Best Gibson Humbucker Pickups 2026

Premium Gibson humbucker pickups - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: February 4, 2026 • Next update: February 11, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Metal For Jazz For Blues For Hard Rock For Heavy Genres

BRANDS: Seymour Duncan DiMarzio EMG Bare Knuckle Gibson Mojotone Fishman Suhr Tesla Fender Lollar TV Jones PRS

Gibson Custombucker Nickel Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Gibson Custombucker Nickel Set

by Gibson

Heavy Genres Metal Hard Rock

Key Feature:

• Thick, powerful tone

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

• Different mounting requirements
• Less vintage character

Gibson Custombucker Nickel SetSet of Pickups for Electric GuitarTwo humbuckersNeck and bridge pickupsPickups of the...

⭐ 4.5/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 551120

$538

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Gibson Custombucker Gold Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Gibson Custombucker Gold Set

by Gibson

Heavy Genres Metal Blues

Key Feature:

• High output for distortion

✓ PROS

• High output for distortion
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• Can be too thick for some styles
• May lack brightness of single-coils

Gibson Custombucker Gold Matched SetHumbucker Pickup Set for Electric GuitarConsists of neck and bridge pickupsPickups...

⭐ 4.5/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 551121

$549

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Gibson Custombucker Nickel - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Gibson Custombucker Nickel

by Gibson

Metal Jazz Blues

Key Feature:

• Great sustain characteristics

✓ PROS

• Great sustain characteristics
• Thick, powerful tone

✗ CONS

• Different mounting requirements
• Can be too thick for some styles

Gibson Custombucker NickelPickup for Electric GuitarHumbuckerPickup not previously available separately for the Gibson...

⭐ 4.8/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 551116

$274

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Gibson Kirk Hammett Greenybucker Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Gibson Kirk Hammett Greenybucker Set

by Gibson

Heavy Genres Jazz Metal

Key Feature:

• Great sustain characteristics

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many genres
• Thick, powerful tone

✗ CONS

• May overpower small amps
• Can be too thick for some styles

Gibson Kirk Hammett Greenybucker SetSet of Pickups for Electric Guitar2 HumbuckersFor bridge and neck positionDeveloped...

⭐ 4.6/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 574283

$384

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Gibson Custombucker Plus Nickel - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Gibson Custombucker Plus Nickel

by Gibson

Heavy Genres Hard Rock Jazz

Key Feature:

• High output for distortion

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• May overpower small amps

Gibson Custombucker Plus NickelPickup for Electric Guitar1 unwaxed humbuckerFor neck and bridge positionOutput:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 622277

$329

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Gibson T-Type Treble / Bridge - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Gibson T-Type Treble / Bridge

by Gibson

Jazz Metal Blues

Key Feature:

• Great sustain characteristics

✓ PROS

• Cancels electrical interference
• Thick, powerful tone

✗ CONS

• Can be too thick for some styles
• Different mounting requirements

Gibson Pickup Shop Original Collection T-Type Treble / BridgeHumbucker Pickup for Electric GuitarIn the style of the...

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 551132

$197

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Gibson Custombucker Plus Gold - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Gibson Custombucker Plus Gold

by Gibson

Blues Jazz Heavy Genres

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• Great sustain characteristics
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• May overpower small amps
• Different mounting requirements

Gibson Custombucker Plus GoldPickup for Electric Guitar1 unwaxed humbuckerFor neck and bridge positionOutput:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 622273

$329

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Gibson T-Type Rhythm / Neck - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Gibson T-Type Rhythm / Neck

by Gibson

Jazz Blues Metal

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• High output for distortion
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

• Different mounting requirements
• May lack brightness of single-coils

Gibson Pickup Shop Original Collection T-Type Rhythm / NeckHumbucker Pickup for Electric GuitarIn the style of the late...

⭐ 5.0/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 551131

$196

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Gibson Custombucker Gold - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Gibson Custombucker Gold

by Gibson

Blues Hard Rock Rock

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• High output for distortion
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• Different mounting requirements

Gibson Custombucker GoldHumbucker Pickups for Electric GuitarPickups of the Gibson Custom and Gibson Custom Shop...

⭐ 4.7/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 551117

$307

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Gibson Custombucker Zebra - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.4/5 (42 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Gibson Custombucker Zebra

by Gibson

Hard Rock Rock Heavy Genres

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• Great sustain characteristics
• High output for distortion

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• May overpower small amps

Gibson Custombucker ZebraHumbucker Pickups for Electric GuitarPickups of the Gibson Custom and Gibson Custom Shop...

⭐ 4.4/5 (42 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 551114

$241

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Gibson Custombucker Plus Double Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.4/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Gibson Custombucker Plus Double Black

by Gibson

Heavy Genres Blues Rock

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• High output for distortion
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• May overpower small amps

Gibson Custombucker Plus Double BlackPickup for Electric Guitar1 unwaxed humbuckerFor neck and bridge positionOutput:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 622272

$274

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Gibson 57 Classic Plus Zebra - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.4/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Gibson 57 Classic Plus Zebra

by Gibson

Blues Heavy Genres Metal

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

• Can be too thick for some styles
• Less vintage character

Gibson 57 Classic Plus ZebraHumbucker PickupP-57 Classic plusMuch more turns than the Classic 57 pickupCharacteristics:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (5 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 180556

$142

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Gibson BurstBucker #1 NC - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.5/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Gibson BurstBucker #1 NC

by Gibson

Metal Heavy Genres Rock

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• Can be too thick for some styles
• Different mounting requirements

Gibson BurstBucker #1 NC, Original Gibson Humbucker, BurstBucker # 1, The sound of the 50's "slightly...

⭐ 4.5/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 180587

$153

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Gibson 496R / 500T Set Double Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.6/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Gibson 496R / 500T Set Double Black

by Gibson

Blues Jazz Rock

Key Feature:

• Thick, powerful tone

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many genres
• Cancels electrical interference

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• May overpower small amps

Gibson 496R / 500T Set Double BlackSet of Pickups for Electric Guitar2 Hot Ceramic humbuckersVery high output due to...

⭐ 4.6/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 588980

$219

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Gibson 70s Tribute Treble / Bridge - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.6/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Gibson 70s Tribute Treble / Bridge

by Gibson

Blues Hard Rock Heavy Genres

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many genres
• High output for distortion

✗ CONS

• May overpower small amps
• May lack brightness of single-coils

Gibson 70s Tribute Treble / BridgeHumbucker Pickup for Electric GuitarIncreased outputWith warmth and punchUsed e.g. on...

⭐ 4.6/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 551138

$164

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How to Choose the Best Humbucker Pickups

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced humbucker pickups typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Gibson Custombucker Nickel Set

Gibson Custombucker Gold Set

Gibson Custombucker Nickel

Gibson Kirk Hammett Greenybucker Set

Gibson Custombucker Plus Nickel

Gibson T-Type Treble / Bridge

Gibson Custombucker Plus Gold

Gibson T-Type Rhythm / Neck

Gibson Custombucker Gold

Gibson Custombucker Zebra

Gibson Custombucker Plus Double Black

Gibson 57 Classic Plus Zebra

Gibson BurstBucker #1 NC

Gibson 496R / 500T Set Double Black

Gibson 70s Tribute Treble / Bridge

How to Choose the Best Humbucker Pickups

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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