no spec differences found
Output compared on measured inductance; tone charts compared directly.

A humbucker with an Alnico 5 magnet and high output.
high outputdarkmid-forwardbig low end
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no spec differences found
Output compared on measured inductance; tone charts compared directly.
no spec differences found
No inductance for one of them, so output leans on DC resistance; tone charts compared directly.
ceramic magnet: punchier, more aggressive
Output compared on measured inductance; tone charts compared directly.
Alnico magnet: warmer, smoother
Output compared on measured inductance; no tone chart to compare.
tighter low end
Output compared on measured inductance; tone charts compared against each maker's average.
no spec differences found
No inductance for one of them, so output leans on DC resistance; no tone chart to compare.
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“The authoritative roar of the mids and the strong presence of the highs define chords and give solos a foothold.”
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