I did not understand if the new Holy Diver set (Alnico V) = Rebell Yell.
Of if the RY is another different pickup. :?:
There was a bit of confusion until Steve Stevens finalised his choice for the Rebel Yell. I will let Tim confirm everything, but as far as I know, when the Rebel Yell is introduced, the specification will be the same as the current alnico V HolyDiver with a resistance of about 14.7K. The original Holy Diver was a creamic magnet with a lower resistance. I got mine in November 2005 at Music Live, so I don't know if any changes have been made since.
The 'new new' Holydiver will have a resistance of about 16K and will use different wire to the other BK pickups, but will still be alnico V.
Tim's description is:
I'd look at the Holydiver...........I've spent quite a lot of time working on this one recently revoicing it and Steve Stevens has taken one out for a spin on the Billy Idol tour which he's liking very much.
What I've done is change from a ceramic to an Alnico V magnet and adjusted the wind to provide more power and a slight mid peak.This really helps it push through but it's not nasal or honky at all. It will definately give you the cut and power for both Eruption and Jake's Ultimate Sin tone.
