Lollar Imperial Set N
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Lollar
Imperial Set N
Product Info
Article Number:
589424
Brand:
Lollar
Model:
Imperial Set N
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$460.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These Lollar Imperials are a serious step up for players chasing that classic PAF vibe. They’ve nailed the balanced frequency response, with a warm, singing neck and a punchy, full bridge. Perfect for blues, rock, and anything needing a touch of vintage elegance – just be aware they're not designed for super-saturated distortion.
Product Description
- Lollar Imperial Set N
- Set of Pickups for Electric Guitar
- Humbuckers
- Output: Vintage
- Provides the silky highs
- balanced mids
- tight bass and complex overtones of the classic original PAF pickups
- but with an improved design for a more balanced frequency response
- The bridge sounds fuller
- while the middle position sounds clearer and brighter
- String spacing: Standard
- Connections: 4-wire
- DC resistance (bridge): 8.4 kOhm
- DC resistance (neck): 7.6 kOhm
- Magnet material (bridge): Alnico 5
- Magnet material (neck): Alnico 2
- Cap colour: Nickel
- Hand-wound in USA
PROS
- • Alnico 2 neck pickup delivers a remarkably smooth, vocal-like character.
- • The Alnico 5 bridge provides a powerful, articulate response for lead work.
- • 4-wire construction allows for true coil-splitting and tonal flexibility.
- • Hand-wound in the USA ensuring consistent quality and meticulous attention to detail.
CONS
- • The vintage output might be too tame for players seeking ultra-high gain tones.
- • The Alnico 2 neck pickup can be a bit 'dark' for some modern playing styles.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many guitarists.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck & Bridge
Magnet
Alnico 5 (Bridge), Alnico 2 (Neck)
Output Level
Vintage
DC Resistance
7.6 kOhm (Neck), 8.4 kOhm (Bridge)
Spacing
Standard
Mounting
Standard Humbucker Mounting Holes
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Frequently Asked Questions
They capture the essence of a PAF, but with improved balance and clarity; vintage pickups often have inconsistencies these avoid.
Assuming a standard humbucker route, yes; however, always verify measurements to ensure a proper fit.
While versatile, their vintage output leans towards classic rock; you'll need a powerful amp to push them for modern metal.
