DeArmond Rhythm Chief 1000
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DeArmond
Rhythm Chief 1000
Product Info
Article Number:
359612
Brand:
DeArmond
Model:
Rhythm Chief 1000
Category:
Pickups for Guitars
Price:
$141.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Rhythm Chief 1000 is a fantastic pickup for players seeking that classic, woody jazz guitar sound. It's surprisingly affordable and the fretboard-mountable design gives it a unique tonal quality – think Charlie Christian meets a slightly more modern articulation. Ideal for jazz, blues, and vintage-inspired rhythm work.
Product Description
- DeArmond Rhythm Chief 1000
- Pickups for Jazz Guitar
- Floating Single Coil Pickups
- Natural
- wood like and acoustic sound
- Fretboard mountable
- Alnico 5 magnets
- 15.40 K Resistance
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 8.1 x 2.4 x 0.8 cm
- Colour: Nickel
- Incl. Hardware
PROS
- • Alnico 5 magnets deliver a warm, articulate vintage jazz tone.
- • Floating design minimizes string pull and provides excellent resonance.
- • Nickel finish offers a classic aesthetic and complements vintage guitars.
- • Fretboard mounting provides a unique sonic character and easy installation.
CONS
- • Limited versatility; excels in jazz, less suited for high-gain genres.
- • Fretboard mounting may require modification or specialized routing.
- • Single coil design means inherent hum, though characterful.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Floating Single Coil
Position
Bridge or Neck (typically Rhythm Guitar)
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
15.40 K
Mounting
Fretboard Mountable
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fretboard mounting places the pickup closer to the strings, emphasizing warmth and a more 'natural' acoustic-like quality, reducing harshness.
While possible, modification is generally needed; the fretboard mounting necessitates routing or a specialized mounting system to avoid interference.
The output is moderate, similar to early Fender single coils, providing a balanced signal without excessive brightness or gain.
