DiMarzio DP288F Utopia Middle

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DiMarzio DP288F Utopia Middle

DiMarzio

DP288F Utopia Middle

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 509651
Brand: DiMarzio
Model: DP288F Utopia Middle
Price: $86.90

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The DiMarzio Utopia Middle is a fantastic choice for players seeking a classic, slightly hotter single-coil tone for their Strat-style guitars. It’s designed to sit perfectly between the Utopia neck and bridge humbuckers, adding a sparkling, vocal quality to your clean and overdriven tones – perfect for blues, country, and classic rock players wanting that authentic vintage vibe.

Product Description

  • DiMarzio DP288F Utopia Middle
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Single coil
  • Suitable for all positions
  • Output: Medium
  • Classic overwound single coil with AlNiCo 5 magnets and a healthy amount of treble
  • Designed for the middle position in combination with the Utopia bridge and neck humbuckers
  • String spacing: F spaced
  • Connections: 2-Wire
  • DC resistance: 13.32 kOhm
  • Colour: Utopia satin gold
  • Includes mounting screws & springs
  • Made in the USA
PROS
  • • AlNiCo 5 magnets deliver a warm, articulate, and balanced tonal character.
  • • The overwound design provides a noticeable treble boost without harshness.
  • • F-spacing accommodates vintage-style tremolo systems with ease and proper string alignment.
  • • Utopia satin gold finish offers a classy aesthetic that complements vintage and modern guitars.
CONS
  • • Limited versatility as a standalone pickup – best suited for the middle position.
  • • 13.32kΩ DC resistance might be too high for some vintage-style circuits.
  • • While affordable, it's not a budget option; expect a noticeable quality upgrade.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Middle
Magnet AlNiCo 5
Output Level Medium
DC Resistance 13.32 kOhm
Mounting Includes mounting screws & springs
Cover Utopia satin gold

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s hotter and clearer than a typical Fender pickup, offering more sustain and a more defined midrange presence, while retaining a familiar single-coil character.
While it can, it’s really designed for cleaner or moderately driven amps to best appreciate its nuanced tone – a high-gain setup might mask some of its character.
Absolutely; the Utopia series aims for that authentic vintage sound and feel, using carefully selected materials and winding techniques to recreate classic tones.

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