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[indysmith]

Yes that's what he means, but the Nailbombs are so damn upper-mid heavy on their own (without the addition of a ceramic magnet) that I'd imagine you won't be drowned out unless you have a really muddy sound dialled on your amp.

[MillsyScores]

But if it's no extra cost to add ceramics...what do I have to lose? 

Sorry if I'm asking really dumb questions by the way, I'm completely aware about my niaveity and ignorance!

[Dr. Vic]

But if it's no extra cost to add ceramics...what do I have to lose? 

Well I think MDV explained it pretty well :

* What you will have in addition to the regular A5 is :

Ceramic magnets impart a tighter bass, smoother midrange and sharper treble.

Which means faster bass reponse (for chuggin') and alot brighter highs for an overall more cutting sound


* What you will lose is :

Maybe, yes. Cleans can, in the ears of some (including me) be negatively affected by it. Some, however, still love ceramic cleans (the painkillers for example are very good).

Yes, its pretty much a rule, or I know of no circumstances where C8 isnt smoother midded than A5.

The Alnico Magnet is also called the musical magnet (as obviously opposed to the ceramic magnet). The reason for this is that the alnico is sweeter and warmer, for an overall more natural organic sounding.

After that it is all about personnal tastes. But it's not because you go for more than more that it will be *best* for your sound.

hope this helps  :!