DiMarzio DP184 Chopper BK

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DiMarzio DP184 Chopper BK

DiMarzio

DP184 Chopper BK

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 130376
Brand: DiMarzio
Model: DP184 Chopper BK
Price: $119.90

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The Chopper is a clever little pickup – a humbucker squeezed into a single-coil size. It’s a fantastic option for Strat players who want more power and less hum, especially for rock and modern styles. Don't expect a vintage chime, but it delivers a punchy, aggressive voice that’ll cut through the mix.

Product Description

DiMarzio DP184 Chopper BK, Humbucker Pickup

The DiMarzio Chopper is a humbucker in single coil format, which is ideally suited to elicit decent sustain and power even from amps that easily distort. Therefore, the increased bass and midrange reproduction make it an ideal bridge pickup for harder playing styles without the annoying noise that single coils often bring with them. Thus enabling the strat to sing and roar., "The Chopper", Humbucker in single coil format, Greater output and fatter sound

PROS
  • • Delivers a surprisingly thick and powerful tone for a single-coil sized humbucker.
  • • Excellent noise reduction compared to traditional single coils, great for high-gain playing.
  • • The Alnico 8 magnet provides a tight, articulate response with plenty of bite.
  • • Well-constructed with quality windings and durable enamel coated wire.
CONS
  • • Can be a bit overwound for players seeking a more nuanced, vintage tone.
  • • The 'single-coil' footprint limits routing options in some guitars.
  • • Lacks the airiness and sparkle of a true single-coil pickup.

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Key Features

Position Bridge (ideal, but usable in middle or neck)
Magnet Alnico 8
Output Level 11.5k Ohms (High)
DC Resistance 11.82 Ohms
Mounting Four-Hole Stratocaster Style
Coil Split Not coil-splittable

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Super Distortion is significantly hotter and more aggressive; the Chopper offers a more balanced, slightly less extreme output, still with a lot of punch.
It’s not inherently dark, but the increased midrange presence means it might not have the same 'glassy' high-end as a traditional Strat bridge pickup.
While versatile, the Chopper’s higher output leans towards overdrive; it’s better suited for players who primarily use gain, though it can be tamed with careful amp settings.

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