Gibson P-498T CC
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Gibson
P-498T CC
Product Info
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The P-498T CC is a solid, workhorse pickup that's a great upgrade for Les Pauls needing a hotter, more aggressive bridge tone. It’s a versatile choice for rock, blues, and even some heavier styles, offering a good balance of vintage warmth and modern output, especially when coil-split. If you want that classic Gibson growl without going full-on high-end, this is a very worthwhile option.
Product Description
Gibson P-498T CC, Pickup
- The 498T is the hotter version of a vintage pickup with a higher internal resistance and higher power output. The 498T has an average sound character when compared with the 490T
- and is therefore preferably used for the bridge position; especially when the player wants to generate warm and singing lead sounds. The 498T has a vintage Alnico magnet and is used by Gibson for Les Paul Studios
- Les Paul Standards and Les Paul Custom guitars in the bridge position.
- This pickup equipped with vintage Alnico magnets is the hotter version of a vintage pickup
- Characteristic: Higher output
- 4-wire
- Singing
- warm lead sounds
- Chrome cover
- GIIM98TCH
PROS
- • Alnico magnet delivers warm, singing lead tones with sustain
- • 4-wire design allows for coil-splitting versatility
- • Chrome cover provides a classic aesthetic and some shielding
- • Well-suited for Les Paul bridge positions, offering balanced output
CONS
- • Can be a bit muddy in lower-gain scenarios, lacks clarity
- • Higher output may clash with darker, vintage-voiced guitars
- • Not ideal for players seeking a very scooped or modern tone
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico II
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
8.6 kΩ
Spacing
5/16 in
Mounting
4-hole Les Paul style
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 498T is generally warmer and less aggressive than the 490T, offering a rounder, more vintage-inspired sound, while the 490T is brighter and tighter.
Yes, the 4-wire design allows for effective coil-splitting, providing a more Strat-like single-coil tone, though it won't be as pristine as a true single-coil.
Potentially, yes. The higher output could create an imbalance. Consider your neck pickup's characteristics and experiment with volume blending to find a good balance.
