Bare Knuckle BC True Grit HB Set 53 ZEB

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Bare Knuckle BC True Grit HB Set 53 ZEB

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BC True Grit HB Set 53 ZEB

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Product Info

Article Number: 520909
Model: BC True Grit HB Set 53 ZEB
Price: $273.90

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The BC True Grit set is a fantastic choice for players seeking a vintage-flavored humbucker tone with added flexibility. The Alnico V magnets provide a warm, punchy response ideal for classic rock, blues, and even some lighter metal. It's a well-made, versatile option that sits comfortably in a mid-range price bracket.

Product Description

  • Bare Knuckle BC True Grit HB Set 53 ZEB
  • Pickup set for electric guitar
  • 2 Humbuckers
  • For bridge and neck position
  • Model: ZEB 53
  • F-Spaced
  • Medium output
  • Clear and defined sound
  • Alnico V magnets
  • 4-Conductor
  • Colour: Zebra
  • Made in UK
PROS
  • • Alnico V magnets deliver a balanced, articulate tone with excellent sustain.
  • • 4-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting, adding versatility to your guitar.
  • • The '53 ZEB voicing provides a vintage-inspired, slightly compressed character.
  • • Bare Knuckle's UK craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and durability.
CONS
  • • Output level is medium, might lack aggression for modern high-gain styles.
  • • Zebra aesthetics aren't universally appealing – purely a visual preference.
  • • F-spacing requires careful consideration for guitars not designed for it.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge and Neck
Magnet Alnico V
Output Level Medium
DC Resistance Bridge: 16.5kΩ, Neck: 13.5kΩ (approximate - varies slightly by pickup)
Spacing F-Spaced
Mounting 4-Hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

The True Grit series has more high-end clarity and a tighter low-end than the Classics, offering a more modern, defined sound while retaining vintage warmth.
You'll likely need to file the pickup base plate slightly to accommodate F-spacing, but it's a common and manageable modification.
Absolutely, the medium output is very manageable with standard pots and caps, though you might experiment with different capacitor values to fine-tune the tone.

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