DeArmond Rhythm Chief 1000 GD
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DeArmond
Rhythm Chief 1000 GD
Product Info
Article Number:
361487
Brand:
DeArmond
Model:
Rhythm Chief 1000 GD
Category:
Pickups for Guitars
Price:
$141.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Rhythm Chief 1000 GD is a fantastic choice for jazz players and anyone seeking a woodier, more acoustic-like tone from their electric guitar. The fretboard mounting really does change the character, giving it a delicate clarity and a vintage vibe that’s hard to replicate. It’s a surprisingly affordable way to get a unique sound.
Product Description
- DeArmond Rhythm Chief 1000 GD
- 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: Gold
- Incl. Hardware
PROS
- • Alnico 5 magnets deliver a warm, articulate vintage tone.
- • Floating design minimizes string vibration and unwanted noise.
- • Gold finish provides a classic aesthetic and improved signal transfer.
- • Fretboard mounting offers a unique tonal character compared to traditional pickups.
CONS
- • Limited versatility; excels in jazz but struggles with high-gain genres.
- • Fretboard mounting can complicate installation and adjustment.
- • Lower output compared to hotter pickups; may require amplification.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Floating Single Coil
Position
Neck
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
15.40 K
Mounting
Fretboard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fretboard mounting places the pickup closer to the strings, emphasizing higher harmonics and producing a warmer, more nuanced tone, often described as more acoustic-like.
While possible, the significantly lower output will be quite noticeable, and the fretboard mounting might require modifications to the guitar’s setup for optimal performance.
Absolutely; their clarity and responsiveness shine with a clean amp, allowing the natural woodiness and articulation of the guitar to come through.
