Best Fishman Single Coil Pickups 2026
Premium Fishman single coil pickups - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.8/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Fishman Fluence Greg Koch Gristle-Tone
by
Fishman
Vintage Rock
Blues
Country
Key Feature:
• Responsive to playing dynamics
✓ PROS
- • Great note definition
- • Classic vintage sound
✗ CONS
- • Susceptible to electrical interference
- • May need noise reduction
Fishman Fluence Greg Koch Gristle-TonePickup-setGreg Koch signature modelAlnico magnetsNeck pickup: ChromeBridge...
⭐
4.8/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 383544
$439
#2
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4.6/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Fishman Fluence Set PU loaded PG BK
by
Fishman
Pop
Surf Music
Country
Key Feature:
• Classic vintage sound
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for clean tones
- • Classic vintage sound
✗ CONS
- • Susceptible to electrical interference
- • May need noise reduction
Fishman Fluence Set PU loaded PG BKPickup SetFully-fitted and prewired pickguardPickups: 3 Vintage single coilsThese...
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4.6/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 465855
$351
#3
⭐
4.9/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Fishman Fluence Set PU loaded PG WH
by
Fishman
Vintage Rock
Country
Pop
Key Feature:
• Responsive to playing dynamics
✓ PROS
- • Responsive to playing dynamics
- • Great note definition
✗ CONS
- • Can be too bright for some styles
- • May lack power for heavy genres
Fishman Fluence Set PU loaded PG WHPickup SetFully-fitted and prewired pickguardPickups: 3 Vintage single coilsThese...
⭐
4.9/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 459798
$362
#4
⭐
4.5/5
(16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Fishman Fluence SSP Single Width
by
Fishman
Pop
Country
Vintage Rock
Key Feature:
• Classic vintage sound
✓ PROS
- • Classic vintage sound
- • Responsive to playing dynamics
✗ CONS
- • May need noise reduction
- • Can be too bright for some styles
Fishman Fluence SSP Single WidthPickup for Electric GuitarSingle CoilFor ST-Style modelsFor neck positionCan only be...
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4.5/5
(16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 493837
$109
#5
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4.8/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Fishman Fluence SSA Single Width
by
Fishman
Pop
Vintage Rock
Surf Music
Key Feature:
• Bright, clear tone character
✓ PROS
- • Bright, clear tone character
- • Great note definition
✗ CONS
- • May lack power for heavy genres
- • Can be too bright for some styles
Fishman Fluence SSA Single WidthPickup for Electric GuitarActive single coilCan be combined with Fluence SSP single...
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4.8/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 493833
$125
#6
⭐
4.8/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Fishman Fluence PU Set WH
by
Fishman
Pop
Blues
Country
Key Feature:
• Great note definition
✓ PROS
- • Classic vintage sound
- • Excellent for clean tones
✗ CONS
- • Susceptible to electrical interference
- • May lack power for heavy genres
Fishman Fluence PU Set WHPickup SetSet of 3 vintage single coilsThese multi-voice pickups allow you to select between...
⭐
4.8/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 352303
$274
How to Choose the Best Single Coil 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 single coil 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.
