Bare Knuckle BC Old Guard ST MI WH
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Bare Knuckle
BC Old Guard ST MI WH
Product Info
Article Number:
600821
Brand:
Bare Knuckle
Model:
BC Old Guard ST MI WH
Category:
Single Coil Pickups
Price:
$75.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Old Guard ST MI WH is a fantastic choice if you're chasing that authentic, vintage Stratocaster tone—think clean, articulate, and wonderfully warm. It’s a lower-output pickup, so it's ideal for blues, classic rock, and country players who want a more balanced and refined sound. It’s a surprisingly affordable way to get a serious upgrade.
Product Description
- Bare Knuckle BC Old Guard ST MI WH
- Pickup for Electric Guitar
- Single Coil
- For middle position
- Warm
- classic sound
- Low output
- Magnet material: Alnico II
- Connection: 2-wire
- Colour: White
PROS
- • Alnico II magnet delivers a warm, vocal midrange characteristic of vintage Strats.
- • Lower output retains clarity and articulation, avoiding harshness or muddiness.
- • Bare Knuckle's renowned winding quality ensures even response and low noise.
- • White cover maintains classic Strat aesthetic while protecting the pickup windings.
CONS
- • Lower output might not suit players needing a high-gain, modern tone.
- • Alnico II magnets can be slightly less powerful than ceramic alternatives.
- • Limited versatility; excels in vintage-style tones, less suited for extreme genres.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Middle
Magnet
Alnico II
Output Level
Low
DC Resistance
6.2kΩ (approximately)
Mounting
4-Hole Stratocaster
Cover
White
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's generally warmer and more articulate than many Fender pickups, with a smoother high-end and a more defined midrange, offering a more 'vocal' quality.
Because of its lower output and balanced frequency response, it should blend well with most other pickups, avoiding muddiness, especially in a Strat configuration.
Alnico II magnets are relatively soft, but with proper handling and storage, they'll maintain their magnetic properties and tonal character for years.
