DiMarzio DP187BK
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DiMarzio
DP187BK
Product Info
Article Number:
138346
Brand:
DiMarzio
Model:
DP187BK
Category:
Humbuckers in Single-Coil Size
Price:
$119.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The DiMarzio DP187BK Cruiser is a fantastic option for players wanting a thicker, more powerful single-coil bridge tone. It’s a surprisingly versatile pickup, delivering a great blend of humbucker warmth and single-coil clarity – perfect for country, blues, or rock where you want a bit more grunt without the full humbucker sound.
Product Description
- DiMarzio DP187BK
- Humbucker Pickup
- Cruiser bridge
- Bridge position
- Single coil format
- Splittable
- Blade magnets
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Blade magnets provide tight, articulate low-end response.
- • Excellent noise reduction compared to traditional single-coil pickups.
- • Splittable design offers versatility for brighter, single-coil tones.
- • Black bobbin aesthetic complements many guitar finishes seamlessly.
CONS
- • Output can be a bit lower than some hotter bridge pickups.
- • May lack the extreme high-end sparkle of some vintage-style single-coils.
- • The blade magnet design can slightly alter the feel under the pick.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Blade
Output Level
7.5
DC Resistance
11.75 kOhms
Mounting
4-Hole
Coil Split
Yes
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Cruiser is generally lower output than a P90 and has a more refined, less raw tone, but still retains a good amount of bite and character.
Yes, it's designed as a single-coil replacement, but check your specific guitar’s routing for clearance, as some may require minor adjustments.
It's a subtle difference; some players barely notice it, while others might find it slightly less 'snappy' than a traditional ceramic or alnico pickup.
