Gibson Custombucker Gold Set
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Gibson
Custombucker Gold Set
Product Info
Article Number:
551121
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Custombucker Gold Set
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These Custombucker Golds are a serious step up if you’re chasing that classic Gibson PAF vibe. They nail the warm, slightly compressed tone perfect for blues, rock, and vintage-inspired styles. If you're looking for authentic vintage character and are willing to invest, these are a fantastic choice.
Product Description
- Gibson Custombucker Gold Matched Set
- Humbucker Pickup Set for Electric Guitar
- Consists of neck and bridge pickups
- Pickups of the Gibson Custom and Gibson Custom Shop Historic models not yet available separately
- Classic PAF ("Patent applied for") construction and sound
- Position: Neck & bridge
- Output: Vintage
- String spacing: Standard
- Connections: 2-wire
- Magnet material: Alnico 3
- Cap colour: Gold
PROS
- • Alnico 3 magnets deliver a warm, articulate vintage PAF-era tone.
- • Gold caps enhance signal clarity and reduce noise compared to standard pickups.
- • Matched set ensures consistent output and tonal balance across neck and bridge.
- • Gibson Custom Shop construction guarantees exceptional quality and meticulous attention to detail.
CONS
- • Limited versatility; excels in classic rock/blues, less suited for modern high-gain genres.
- • Premium-priced; a significant investment for many guitarists.
- • 2-wire design requires more complex wiring for coil-splitting or advanced configurations.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck & Bridge
Magnet
Alnico 3
Output Level
Vintage
DC Resistance
Approximately 7.7k - 8.5k Ohms (neck & bridge, respectively)
Spacing
Standard
Mounting
4-hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, they are designed as drop-in replacements, though you may need to adjust pickup height for optimal results.
Not typically; the Custombucker design and gold caps help retain clarity and avoid muddiness often associated with Alnico 3, offering a more balanced tone.
Burstbuckers generally have slightly higher output and a more aggressive edge, while the Custombucker Gold aims for a more faithful recreation of a vintage PAF.
