DiMarzio DP186 BK
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DiMarzio
DP186 BK
Product Info
Article Number:
107559
Brand:
DiMarzio
Model:
DP186 BK
Category:
Humbuckers in Single-Coil Size
Price:
$119.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The DP186 BK is a clever pickup – a humbucker footprint crammed into a single-coil space. It’s a fantastic choice for players wanting a fatter, warmer neck tone in a Strat or Tele, or those looking to add a little more punch without straying too far from a classic single-coil feel. It's a surprisingly versatile pickup at a budget-friendly price.
Product Description
- DiMarzio DP186 BK
- Humbucker
- Cruise Neck
- In single coil format
- Improved and fatter sound
- Can be well combined with medium-output hum buckers
- Ceramic magnet
- 4-Conductor cable
PROS
- • Delivers a surprisingly thick, warm tone for a single-size humbucker.
- • Ceramic magnet provides a tighter, more focused low-end response.
- • 4-Conductor wiring allows for versatile coil-splitting options.
- • Excellent value proposition compared to boutique alternatives offering similar characteristics.
CONS
- • Can sound slightly muddy in very scooped EQ settings.
- • Lower output might be a limitation for high-gain players.
- • The ceramic magnet can lack the vintage 'air' of Alnico alternatives.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck
Magnet
Ceramic
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
6.3 kΩ
Mounting
4-Hole
Coil Split
Yes
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Frequently Asked Questions
The DP186 BK has a noticeably thicker and warmer tone than the SSL-1, with more low-end presence due to the humbucker construction and ceramic magnet.
Absolutely; its smaller size makes it a direct drop-in replacement, offering a warmer, more robust tone than traditional Strat pickups.
Yes, the DP186 BK’s moderate output and balanced frequency response will integrate well with vintage amps, adding warmth and sustain without overpowering the amp’s character.
