Jazzmaster pickup comparison

[Telliot]

I'd just like to drop a note of appreciation for this thread (and forum). You have no idea I keep coming back to this list, trying to figure out which is the sound I'm hearing in my head! Thanks so much!

[Green angel]

Thanks everybody, it's a pleasure.

Here is a video with the SP custom set and different amount of average gain:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDpofeUK3o4" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[Obsequio]

Thanks everybody, it's a pleasure.

Here is a video with the SP custom set and different amount of average gain:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDpofeUK3o4" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Which pick-up are in this one? Sounds great!

[tehVox]

This thread has helped me a lot. Big thanks to OP. :]

[Green angel]

Thanks everybody, it's a pleasure.

Here is a video with the SP custom set and different amount of average gain:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDpofeUK3o4" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Which pick-up are in this one? Sounds great!

SP custom Jazzmister 62', they are french handwound pups.

[SparkleSparkle]

What a great resource! I don't own a JM right now and am currently on the hunt for the right one and was debating what kind of pickups. The only problem now is that I like those Novak PAF's as well... guess I gotta find me two Jazzy's now!

[jjones]

I recently put some Novak's in my Costello Jazzmaster. JM-V (neck) and Tele-Jazz (bridge). I absolutely love this combination. They are very balanced and all pickup combos sound great and cut through in a band mix. Stoked!

[Obsequio]

I ordered a Pair of Novaks yesterday - JM-V for the Neck and JM-90 for the bridge. I see a previous posted has the same combo. Curtis had recommended the JM-90 after I originally asked for the JM-V only. He said it has a better better balance. I am psyched and I can't wait to put them in and play. If I can figure out how to post pictures I'll do that too.

[thegumbootman]

I just ordered some JM pickups from Pickup Wizard with FormVar wire. Can't wait to try them out!

[Obsequio]

I just ordered some JM pickups from Pickup Wizard with FormVar wire. Can't wait to try them out!

Congratulations! You are on your way to a great sounding Jazzmaster!

[redchapterjubilee]

I just ordered some JM pickups from Pickup Wizard with FormVar wire.

I just ordered a set of his vintage pups for my MIJ. Can't wait to throw them in. I'm hoping I'll finally be able to use the bridge pickup position!

[Spaceman1969]

Wow. Just found this post...What a list. Thank you so much.
As my own build gets closer to reality, I'm now having a serious re-think as to what I'm gonna put in there. I've got a jazzy, not looking to recreate it, but the hb's are getting close to what I'm hearing in my head. This is gonna take longer than I thought...

[blake480]

What an amazing job. Thanks. I am really considering a Novak JM-V bridge pick up now.

I recently bought a Vintage 66 jazzmaster with original pick ups. It sounds cool. But is so far off from my AVRI pick up that i am used to. I actually like the sound and tone of my AVRI better. Anyone out there feel the same way? I am considering changing out the vintage pick ups with something that is hotter, and breaks up a little better. But i am hesitant and want to keep the guitar as close to original as possible.

Any suggestions out there?

Thanks

[Obsequio]

What an amazing job. Thanks. I am really considering a Novak JM-V bridge pick up now.

I recently bought a Vintage 66 jazzmaster with original pick ups. It sounds cool. But is so far off from my AVRI pick up that i am used to. I actually like the sound and tone of my AVRI better. Anyone out there feel the same way? I am considering changing out the vintage pick ups with something that is hotter, and breaks up a little better. But i am hesitant and want to keep the guitar as close to original as possible.

Any suggestions out there?

Thanks

You should probably give Curt a call and let him know what you have. I'm no expert and I don't know what a Vintage '66 should sound like. I can tell you that Curt usually suggest the JM-V for the neck and the JM-90 for the bridge since it has better body and balance with the JM-V. Its one gritty pick up, I love it. Who knows maybe for you he may suggest something different since you have a vintage guitar. Go ahead and give him a call he's a real pleasure to work with.

[redchapterjubilee]

I can definitely vouch for the Pickup Wizards! I got the pre-CBS spec pickups and now my JM has THAT sound now. My tech AB'ed them against his CIJ with Antiquities and we were definitely impressed with the results. A HUGE improvement over the stock pickups. Still gotta roll the tone back a tad on the guitar, just enough to take a little sting off the top.