Gibson 57 Classic Pickups Demo (No Commentary)
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DiMarzio PAF 57 vs Gibson 57 Classic
DiMarzio PAF 57
bridge humbucker
Different slots, so no score
Gibson 57 Classic
neck humbucker
The DiMarzio PAF 57 is a bridge humbucker and the Gibson 57 Classic is a neck humbucker, so one won't drop into the other's slot. Their specs are still side by side below.
Specs side by side
differs marks specs where they part ways| Spec | DiMarzio PAF 57 | Gibson 57 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| DC resistancediffers | 8.63k | 8k |
| Inductancediffers | 4.67 H (measured, 1 reading) | not measured |
| Magnet | Alnico 2 | Alnico 2 |
| Coil | Hum-cancelling | Hum-cancelling |
| Bass (tone chart)differs | 3.5 / 10 | no chart |
| Mids (tone chart)differs | 4.75 / 10 | no chart |
| Treble (tone chart)differs | 5.5 / 10 | no chart |
| Slotdiffers | bridge humbucker | neck humbucker |
| Traits | vintage output, soft & warm | vintage output, soft & warm |
Videos
DiMarzio PAF 57
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Gibson 57 Classic
Humbucker Shootout: Gibson Classic 57s Vs. Burstbucker Pro
What players and reviewers say
Players comparing them
“Sound nothing like the Gibson 57 Classic to me…..which I find boxy and blurry sounding. The Dimarzios are really open and clear.”
On the DiMarzio PAF 57
“The creamy bold low end and the sweetly precise highs.”
On the Gibson 57 Classic
“I can see why people say they can be muddy, but I like the fatness they bring to the sound.”
“The '57 classics were really nice in this guitar, but I did find the neck a bit muddy and the bridge at bit harsh in the highs.”