Pickup
Gibson counts the P490 pickups as modern classics, and that is also a great sound description for this well-known part of many modern Gibson guitars. The starting point was the legendary PAF (now available as Classic 57); this one has a bit more upper middle to make it more powerful. Still, with the Alnico 2 magnet, the typical singing sound is always guaranteed. The R version of the P490 has slightly less output power than the T, and is thus ideally suited for the neck position. Wonderful bell-like sounds without sludge – the P490 is not a screamer, but he sings all the more beautiful!
- Humbucker
- The modern equivalent of the Classic 57
- The 4-wire cable enables different switching versions
- With Vintage alnico magnets
- Characteristics: Singing lead sounds and powerful rhythm sounds
- Design: Black coils
Gibson 490R DB Humbucker
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