DiMarzio DP151BK

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DiMarzio DP151BK

DiMarzio

DP151BK

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Product Info

Article Number: 151732
Brand: DiMarzio
Model: DP151BK
Price: $119.90

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The PAF Pro is a seriously smart choice if you're chasing that warm, articulate vintage humbucker sound but want a little more bite and power. It's a great bridge pickup for rock and blues, and works surprisingly well in the neck too. It's a pickup that’ll give you a lot of tonal ground without being overly complex.

Product Description

DiMarzio DP151BK, Pickups

The classic PAF humbucker sound with an extra portion of mids and trebles: we present to you the PAF Pro. For guitarists who don't want a high-gain screamer, but would like their classic sound to be a little hotter and more powerful. A particularly popular combination: a PAF (#143059#) on the neck and a PAF Pro on the bridge. That way, the volume balance between neck and bridge pickups is preserved. A quick reminder: since the strings vibrate more vigorously closer to the middle of the string, the neck pickup (with the same configuration) is always a little louder.

, Splittable, Ideal lead pickup in the bridge-position, Also suitable for the neck position, Colour: Black

PROS
  • • Delivers a classic PAF humbucker tone with enhanced clarity and presence.
  • • Excellent mid-range response for cutting through a band mix effectively.
  • • Splittable coil design adds versatility for single-coil-like tones.
  • • Well-constructed with quality materials; feels solid and reliable.
CONS
  • • Might be too bright for players seeking a very dark, vintage tone.
  • • Output level, while hotter than a true PAF, is still moderate.
  • • Black finish can show fingerprints and grime more readily.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge or Neck
Magnet Alnico II
Output Level 9.25k
DC Resistance 11.62k
Spacing 4-ply, 5/8 in
Mounting Four-hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a modern recreation aiming for the essence of a ’59 PAF, but with slightly increased output and a more pronounced mid-range for better clarity in modern mixes.
Absolutely; it complements the Les Paul's inherent warmth and sustain beautifully, adding a touch of brightness without becoming harsh.
The PAF Pro’s slightly higher output helps to compensate for the neck pickup’s natural volume advantage, resulting in a more balanced signal when both are used.

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