Lollar Johnny Smith Neck GO BKM
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Lollar
Johnny Smith Neck GO BKM
Product Info
Article Number:
508673
Brand:
Lollar
Model:
Johnny Smith Neck GO BKM
Category:
Pickups for Guitars
Price:
$262.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Lollar Johnny Smith Neck GO BKM is a fantastic choice for players seeking a warm, articulate neck pickup with a vintage vibe. It’s a sweet spot for jazz, blues, and classic rock tones, providing a smooth, creamy response and excellent string separation – a real upgrade for guitars lacking that classic, balanced feel.
Product Description
- Lollar Johnny Smith Neck GO BKM
- Pickup for Electric Guitar
- Humbucker
- For the neck position
- Tonally between a Firebird pickup and a Mini Humbucker
- Warm sound with great string separation and sparkling
- Clear trebles
- Neck bracket mounting
- Output: Vintage
- Connections: 2-wire
- DC resistance: 6.2 kOhm
- Cap colour: Gold
- Mounting depth: 12 mm
- Includes mounting screws
- Hand-wound in USA
PROS
- • Hand-wound construction delivers exceptional clarity and note definition.
- • GO (Glass Overwound) design provides a thicker, warmer tone than standard pickups.
- • Neck bracket mounting improves string alignment and sustain.
- • Tonally sits nicely between a Firebird and Mini Humbucker offering versatility.
CONS
- • 6.2k DC resistance might be too high for some vintage-voiced guitars.
- • Gold caps, while aesthetically pleasing, aren't universally preferred by all techs.
- • Limited versatility compared to higher output pickups for modern, high-gain genres.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Humbucker
Position
Neck
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
Vintage
DC Resistance
6.2 kOhm
Mounting
Neck Bracket
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Frequently Asked Questions
The GO BKM will have a noticeably higher output than a standard P-90, offering a richer, fuller tone with more midrange presence.
The 12mm mounting depth should generally fit, but always check your guitar's cavity depth to ensure clearance, especially with existing wiring.
Absolutely; Alnico 5 provides a balanced tone – it’s warmer than Alnico 8, but still retains clarity and definition, avoiding harshness.
