Closest match
no spec differences found
Output compared on measured inductance; no tone chart to compare.
medium confidence
Bootstrap
Bootstrap Golden Ale
Hot, clear and balanced.
Hotter than 60% of the 158 bridge Strat single-coils we have
- Alnico 5 magnet: the common all-rounder: firm lows and clear highs
Sold as a set · from $74.99
Up from $64.99, changed 1 Oct 2026
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The closest pickup in each direction that still fits the same slot. See every match
Specs
- DC resistance
- 7.4k
- Inductance
- 3.38 Hmeasured, 1 reading
- Magnet
- Alnico 5
- Coil
- Single coil
moderate output
From Bootstrap's published specs ↗ (opens in a new tab). Traits come from these specs by stated rules.
Fits the bridge of a Stratocaster.
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Bootstrap Pickups Golden Ale Strat Set Demo / Review
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