Bare Knuckle BC Old Guard HB Set 50 N
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Bare Knuckle
BC Old Guard HB Set 50 N
Product Info
Article Number:
595707
Brand:
Bare Knuckle
Model:
BC Old Guard HB Set 50 N
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$284.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These Old Guard pickups are a fantastic choice if you're chasing a warm, responsive vintage tone without the extreme output of modern pickups. The Alnico 2 magnets provide a really sweet, balanced sound that's perfect for blues, classic rock, and even some lighter jazz. They’re a solid step up from stock pickups and offer great value for the money.
Product Description
- Bare Knuckle BC Old Guard HB Set 50 N
- Pickup Set for Electric Guitar
- 2 Hand-wound humbuckers
- Boot Camp Series
- For bridge and neck position
- Warm
- bright and dynamic sound
- Output: Vintage
- String spacing: Standard
- Connection: 4-Conductor
- Bridge DC resistance: 9 kOhm
- Neck DC resistance: 7.9 kOhm
- Magnet material: Alnico 2
- Cap colour: Nickel
- Includes scores and springs
- Made in UK
PROS
- • Alnico 2 magnets deliver a sweet, articulate vintage tone.
- • Hand-wound construction ensures consistent quality and nuanced response.
- • 4-conductor wiring offers coil-splitting versatility for varied sounds.
- • Nickel cap provides a classic aesthetic and authentic feel.
CONS
- • Alnico 2 magnets may lack the aggressive output of higher-powered pickups.
- • The 'vintage' output might be too tame for modern high-gain styles.
- • The boot camp series represents a slight compromise on Bare Knuckle’s premium offerings.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge and Neck
Magnet
Alnico 2
Output Level
Vintage
DC Resistance
7.9 kOhm (Neck), 9 kOhm (Bridge)
Spacing
Standard
Mounting
4-Conductor with Screws, Springs, and Wires
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Frequently Asked Questions
The A8s are hotter and more aggressive; the Old Guards offer a more refined, vintage-voiced character with a smoother high end.
Yes, the standard spacing and 4-conductor wiring ensure straightforward installation in most Strat-style guitars, though always check your guitar’s specific dimensions.
Absolutely, the 4-conductor wiring allows for coil splitting, giving you access to a wider range of tonal possibilities.
