DiMarzio DP100 BK/CR
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DiMarzio
DP100 BK/CR
Product Info
Article Number:
188077
Brand:
DiMarzio
Model:
DP100 BK/CR
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$119.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The DP100 is a workhorse pickup, plain and simple. If you’re chasing that aggressive, crunchy, high-gain sound of classic hard rock and metal, this is a fantastic, affordable option. It’s got a surprisingly smooth upper end thanks to those Alnico II Pros, making it more usable than some other high-output pickups.
Product Description
- DiMarzio DP100 BK/CR
- Humbucker Pickup
- Super distortion
- The hard rock sound of the 70's and 80's
- Round
- mid-tone sound
- Colour: Cream / Black
PROS
- • Delivers that classic, high-output 70s/80s rock tone with satisfying bite.
- • Alnico II Pro magnets offer a warmer, more rounded character than standard ceramic.
- • Excellent mid-range presence cuts through dense mixes and provides clarity.
- • Robust construction; DiMarzio's quality control ensures long-lasting performance.
CONS
- • Can be a bit too aggressive for players seeking a more nuanced, vintage tone.
- • Limited versatility; excels in hard rock, less suited for cleaner genres.
- • Potentially noisy with high gain settings and inadequate shielding.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico II Pro
Output Level
11.5
DC Resistance
15.8 kΩ
Spacing
5/16 in
Mounting
Four-hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
The DP100 is generally a bit less aggressive and a touch warmer than a JB, offering a slightly smoother high-end response.
It will, but the higher output might require adjustments to your pots and capacitors to avoid a muddy or overly bright sound.
It's purely cosmetic; the black and cream bobbin doesn't influence the pickup's sonic characteristics.
