Gibson 57 Classic Plus BK
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Gibson
57 Classic Plus BK
Product Info
Article Number:
104646
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
57 Classic Plus BK
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$141.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The 57 Classic Plus is a fantastic upgrade for Les Pauls wanting more bite. It's got a real vintage vibe but with a noticeable kick – perfect for classic rock, blues, and heavier styles where you need a bit more punch without losing that warm, creamy Gibson character.
Product Description
Gibson 57 Classic Plus BK, Pickup
- The classic humbucker PAF Gibson but with more output. Provides a well-balanced sound with assertive overtones and an outstanding crack. The P-57 Classic Plus on the bridge along with the normal Classic 57 on the neck is an ideal combination for all popular Les Pauls
- especially if one wants to achieve the classic sound with a little more bite on the bridge.
- Substantially more turns than the classic 57 pickup
- Characteristics: Higher output capacity
- Amp can easily overload
- Strong rhythm sound and easily singing lead sounds
- Black
PROS
- • Increased output delivers a hotter, more aggressive tone.
- • Alnico IV magnets provide a sweet, articulate midrange response.
- • Excellent sustain and harmonic complexity for lead and rhythm work.
- • Designed as a bridge pickup complement to the Classic 57 neck pickup.
CONS
- • Higher output can become muddy with overly saturated amp settings.
- • May be too aggressive for players seeking a very vintage, low-output PAF tone.
- • Can introduce more hum than lower-output pickups in noisy environments.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico IV
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
8.3k Ohms
Spacing
50.8 mm
Mounting
4-Hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
While aiming for a similar tonal profile, the Plus has more windings for higher output and a slightly more aggressive edge than a true, often lower-output, vintage PAF.
Yes, the description explicitly recommends pairing it with a Classic 57 in the neck position for a balanced tone, offering a noticeable bridge output boost.
Like many Alnico IV pickups, the 57 Classic Plus can exhibit some microphonics at high volumes, but it's generally manageable with proper technique and amp settings.
