cameltoe Posted May 19, 2010 Share Posted May 19, 2010 Hi all, I recently aquired a Squier Classic Vibe 50's Precision. I've wanted one for ages, and it will be gigged, although primarily as a back up. I found out pretty quickly that the pickup is a bit weak, and along with a wiring kit I'd like to change the pickup for something a bit more powerful. Soundwise, it has to be nice and punchy, not completely flat as I do want to cut through a touch, and certainly nothing too muddy or warm that sounds spread out- I like the low end to be tight. Having just got rid of a bass that had a P/J pickup combo I actually realised how much I liked the addition of the J pickup in terms of adding a bit of richness to the tone. If I could find a single coil that does this (or gets close) that would be amazing. On the other thread where i show off my bass, I've had some interesting recommendations of both a Lollar pickup, and a Seymour Duncan QP. There's not a great deal in price, I can find the Lollar for £64 online, and I think the SD are usually £55-ish. What I want, is to find the best p'up for the job. Any advice and further recommendations appreciated, although £64 is about my limit TBH. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delberthot Posted May 19, 2010 Share Posted May 19, 2010 (edited) I've had both and although the Lollar is the better of the 2 pickups I would go for the 1/4" pounder based on what you are looking for. The Lollar is a big, beefy sounding pickup which is the dogs for a growly, aggressive, clear tone to fill out a 3 piece but the SD is the punchier of the 2. The Lollar tended to get lost with a second guitar or keyboard which is why I had the SD in my gold warmoth for the wedding/function band and the Lollar for the rock band Edited May 19, 2010 by Delberthot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cameltoe Posted May 19, 2010 Author Share Posted May 19, 2010 That's actually a very good description! I totally understand what you mean, too often pickup descriptions can be too subjective to understand what the hell they actually sound like. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Burrito Posted May 19, 2010 Share Posted May 19, 2010 I was lucky & found a stunning Seymour Duncan antiquity on Ebay for £28. This is in my 51RI - I liked the stock pup but I couldn't pass up this bargain. If you want to save a few quid I have the Fender 51RI pup that i'd post to you for £15. If not no worries but I always felt it would be a great upgrade for a Squier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delberthot Posted May 19, 2010 Share Posted May 19, 2010 I personally like the Stock 51 RI pickups as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cameltoe Posted May 19, 2010 Author Share Posted May 19, 2010 [quote name='BurritoBass' post='842414' date='May 19 2010, 07:29 PM']I was lucky & found a stunning Seymour Duncan antiquity on Ebay for £28. This is in my 51RI - I liked the stock pup but I couldn't pass up this bargain. If you want to save a few quid I have the Fender 51RI pup that i'd post to you for £15. If not no worries but I always felt it would be a great upgrade for a Squier.[/quote] PM'ed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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