Bare Knuckle BC True Grit HB Set 53 ZEB
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Bare Knuckle
BC True Grit HB Set 53 ZEB
Product Info
Article Number:
520909
Brand:
Bare Knuckle
Model:
BC True Grit HB Set 53 ZEB
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$273.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
