Gibson Custombucker Gold
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Gibson
Custombucker Gold
Product Info
Article Number:
551117
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Custombucker Gold
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$306.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These Custombucker Golds are seriously tasty – a real throwback to that '59-'61 PAF vibe. They’re built to Gibson's high standards and nail that sweet spot of warmth, clarity, and just enough bite. Ideal for blues, rock, and classic country players seeking authentic vintage tone without a museum-grade price tag.
Product Description
- Gibson Custombucker Gold
- Humbucker Pickups for Electric Guitar
- Pickups of the Gibson Custom and Gibson Custom Shop Historic models not yet available separately
- Classic PAF ("Patent applied for") construction and sound
- Position: Bridge
- Output: Vintage
- String spacing: Standard
- Connections: 2-wire
- Magnet material: Alnico 3
- Colour: Gold covered
PROS
- • Authentic PAF voicing delivers classic, warm, and articulate tones.
- • Alnico 3 magnets provide a balanced output with singing sustain.
- • Gold-covered construction offers a premium aesthetic and improved heat dissipation.
- • Gibson Custom Shop quality ensures exceptional build and reliable performance.
CONS
- • Output is vintage-voiced, limiting high-gain or modern metal applications.
- • Gold covers can be prone to scratches and require careful handling.
- • Relatively premium-priced for a single pickup, impacting a full set budget.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico 3
Output Level
Vintage
DC Resistance
7.8k - 8.2k Ohms (typical for Alnico 3 PAF replicas)
Spacing
Standard
Mounting
4-hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the standard spacing and 2-wire connection make them straightforward replacements, though wiring modifications might be needed for different pickup configurations.
The Custombucker Golds have a slightly more open and articulate tone compared to the '57 Classics, which are a bit more compressed and warmer overall.
While balanced, the bridge position's output can be slightly dominant; pairing it with a similarly vintage-voiced neck pickup is recommended to avoid a tonal imbalance.
