DiMarzio Illuminator Neck DP256F BK
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DiMarzio
Illuminator Neck DP256F BK
Product Info
Article Number:
377308
Brand:
DiMarzio
Model:
Illuminator Neck DP256F BK
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$130.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Illuminator Neck is a powerhouse pickup, designed alongside John Petrucci for his signature Music Man. It’s got a serious punch and clarity thanks to those ceramic magnets and 4-wire design, making it a great choice for progressive rock, metal, and anyone needing a strong neck signal. While it’s not a subtle pickup, the coil-splitting option gives you some added tonal control.
Product Description
- DiMarzio Illuminator Neck DP256F BK
- F-Spaced Humbucker
- Designed for John Petruccis Music Man JP13
- 4-Wire
- Ceramic magnets
- Output 295 mV
- DC Resistance 10.50 kOhm
- Neck position
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Ceramic magnets deliver a tight, articulate low-end response.
- • 4-wire construction allows for coil-splitting and tonal flexibility.
- • F-spacing accommodates modern Music Man-style guitar designs perfectly.
- • High output provides strong signal for heavier genres and higher gain amps.
CONS
- • The high output might be too aggressive for vintage, cleaner tones.
- • Ceramic magnet sound isn't ideal for players seeking a warmer, more vintage feel.
- • Limited versatility compared to lower-output, more balanced pickups.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck
Magnet
Ceramic
Output Level
295 mV
DC Resistance
10.50 kOhm
Spacing
F-Spaced
Mounting
4-Hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
Probably not. The F-spacing isn’t standard for Strats, and the high output might clash with the guitar’s inherent tone.
It’s a fairly aggressive single coil voice – more clarity and output than, say, a Bluesman, but still useful for rhythm parts.
It could be, but the 4-wire design allows for coil-splitting, which will tame the output considerably and offer a more balanced tone.
