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mfc_pj

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Suggestions for tele pickup!
« on: September 26, 2010, 10:26:24 PM »
Which set of bkp's would you guys use for the thypical 60's tele sound? Will a set of yardbirds do it? Guitar is a 60's style tele with a rosewood neck.

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Re: Suggestions for tele pickup!
« Reply #1 on: September 26, 2010, 10:52:14 PM »
The Yardbirds will do fine for a sixties-sound. But I also would consider the BG50's. Think they are on of the best vintage telepickups.
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Re: Suggestions for tele pickup!
« Reply #2 on: September 27, 2010, 08:33:10 AM »
Yep, do consider the BG50s. I like both, but I would choose Yardbirds for typical 60s sounds, they're sweeter and "slimmer" than the BGs.  :D

My Yardbirds are in a MIJ Custom... alder body, rosewood fingerboard.

"slimmer" to me means lighter-toned without getting thin. I was half expecting "thin" and possibly rather bright when I ordered Yardbirds. But no, they cut through mixes really well but retain a body and sweetness that's hard to beat. Playing solo tele in front of the tv or pc, I find the BGs more satisfying, but for putting in a mix, I find the Yardbirds much more versatile.
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