DiMarzio DP117W HS3

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DiMarzio DP117W HS3

DiMarzio

DP117W HS3

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 173286
Brand: DiMarzio
Model: DP117W HS3
Price: $97.90

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The HS3 is a clever pickup – a vertical-coil humbucker squeezed into a single-coil format. It's a great choice for players wanting a thick, powerful sound with a modern edge, particularly in a Strat-style guitar where you want more low-end grunt and harmonic complexity than a standard single-coil provides. It’s a budget-friendly way to inject some serious character into your tone.

Product Description

  • DiMarzio DP117W HS3
  • Pickup For Guitar
  • Vertical humbucker in single coil format
  • Fat tone
  • Strong in the bass frequencies
  • and clear in the high frequencies
  • Colour: White
PROS
  • • Vertical coil design delivers a surprisingly thick, harmonically rich tone.
  • • Alnico 8 magnets provide a strong, articulate output with excellent note definition.
  • • The ceramic lower coil adds focused bass response and cuts through the mix.
  • • Well-built with quality materials; DiMarzio’s reputation for durability holds true.
CONS
  • • The high output can be overwhelming for very clean, pristine tones.
  • • Coil splitting produces a thin, somewhat anemic single-coil sound.
  • • Limited versatility; shines best in rock and blues applications.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico 8 (top), Ceramic (bottom)
Output Level 10.5
DC Resistance 11.75 kOhms
Mounting Four-hole Les Paul style
Coil Split Yes, 4-wire for coil splitting

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Frequently Asked Questions

The HS3 is significantly lower in output and has a more refined, less aggressive tone than a Super Distortion, while retaining a good amount of punch.
The coil-split is a bit of a compromise; it’s usable for brighter tones, but lacks the clarity of a true single-coil – best used as a texture option rather than a primary sound.
It can, but be mindful of the increased output; it might require some tweaking of your amp’s gain settings to avoid muddiness.

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