Suhr Aldrich Bridge 50 N
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Suhr
Aldrich Bridge 50 N
Product Info
Article Number:
278238
Brand:
Suhr
Model:
Aldrich Bridge 50 N
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$229.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
Doug Aldrich’s signature bridge pickup delivers serious crunch and aggression. The Alnico 5 magnet and focused mid-range make it a killer choice for rock, hard rock, and metal players who want a modern, powerful tone. It’s a premium-priced pickup, but the quality and performance are worth it for the right application.
Product Description
- Suhr Aldrich BR 50 N
- Humbucker for Electric Guitar
- Doug Aldrich signature model
- Position: Bridge
- High output
- Ultimate high-output pickup for aggressive rock
- Sounds big
- yet focussed and punchy in the mid range with tight basses
- Penetrating high-mids without piercing trebles
- Total string spacing: Standard 50 mm / 1.97"
- Connections: 4-Wire
- DC resistance: 17.5 kOhm
- Magnet material: Alnico 5
- Colour: Nickel
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Alnico 5 magnet delivers a powerful, articulate, and harmonically rich tone.
- • 4-wire construction allows for true coil-splitting and tonal flexibility.
- • Nickel plating provides a vintage aesthetic and a warmer, more rounded tone.
- • Excellent mid-range focus cuts through dense mixes without harshness.
CONS
- • High output might be too aggressive for players seeking a vintage, mellow sound.
- • Limited versatility compared to lower-output pickups for clean or jazzy tones.
- • The 17.5kΩ DC resistance might clash with some guitar electronics.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
17.5 kOhm
Spacing
50 mm / 1.97 in
Mounting
Standard 4-Hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Aldrich BR 50 N is significantly hotter than most standard Suhr pickups, offering a more aggressive and saturated tone.
Yes, but be aware of potential output overload; it’s best paired with lower gain settings on your amp to retain control.
Absolutely, the 4-wire design allows for a usable, though slightly thinner, single-coil tone, expanding its versatility.
