DiMarzio Area Hot T DP421

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DiMarzio Area Hot T DP421

DiMarzio

Area Hot T DP421

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Product Info

Article Number: 225819
Brand: DiMarzio
Model: Area Hot T DP421
Price: $119.90

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The Area Hot T is a seriously hot single-coil replacement, perfect for adding aggressive bite to your Strat or Tele bridge. It retains some of the clarity of a single-coil while delivering serious humbucker-like output, and the coil-splitting option gives you added flexibility. This is a great choice for rock, punk, or anyone needing a little extra edge.

Product Description

  • DiMarzio Area Hot T DP421
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Single coil
  • For the bridge position
  • Sound is loud and similar to a humbucker
  • Wide dynamic range
  • Immediately responds to changes in strumming or to the volume
  • Output: HighStandard
  • Connection: 4-Wire
  • DC resistance: 9.33 kOhm
  • Magnetic material: Alnico 2
  • Cap colour: black
  • Made in the USA
PROS
  • • Alnico 2 magnet delivers a warm, articulate midrange presence
  • • High output provides aggressive drive without excessive distortion
  • • 4-wire design enables true coil-splitting for versatile tonal options
  • • Excellent build quality; DiMarzio's reputation for durability shines through
CONS
  • • Can be a bit too hot for players seeking a subtle, vintage tone
  • • Alnico 2 can sound slightly brittle with high-gain amps or pedals
  • • Limited low-end response compared to full-size humbuckers

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico 2
Output Level High
DC Resistance 9.33 kOhm
Mounting 4-Wire
Coil Split Yes

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Frequently Asked Questions

The coil-split offers a brighter, more focused tone than a traditional single-coil, but it’s not as ‘open’ – it has a bit more of a mid-range push due to the Alnico 2 magnet.
While it can handle clean tones, the Area Hot T’s high output leans towards overdrive; it's best suited for players who want a driven, slightly crunchy sound rather than pristine cleans.
Alnico 2 provides a warmer, smoother character with less aggressive highs than the more common Alnico 5, lending itself well to rock and blues styles where you don't want a harsh edge.

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