Suhr Aldrich Bridge 53 BK
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Suhr
Aldrich Bridge 53 BK
Product Info
Article Number:
419073
Brand:
Suhr
Model:
Aldrich Bridge 53 BK
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
Doug Aldrich's signature bridge pickup delivers serious crunch and clarity. It’s built for aggressive rock and metal players who want a focused, powerful tone without getting ice-pick highs – the Alnico 5 and that F-spacing really make a difference.
Product Description
- Suhr Aldrich BR 53 BK
- Humbucker for Electric Guitar
- Doug Aldrich signature model
- Position: Bridge
- High output
- Ultimate high-output pickup for aggressive rock playing
- Sounds big
- yet focussed and punchy in the mid-range with tight basses
- Penetrant high mid range without piercing trebles
- Total string spacing: F-Spaced (53 mm / 2.09")
- Connections: 4-Wire
- DC Resistance: 17.5 kOhm
- Magnet material: Alnico 5
- Colour: Black
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Alnico 5 magnet delivers a powerful, articulate voice.
- • F-spacing accommodates wider string setups and tremolo systems.
- • 4-wire connections enable coil-splitting for tonal flexibility.
- • Tight bass response prevents muddiness even at high gain.
CONS
- • High output may be overwhelming for players seeking a vintage tone.
- • Limited versatility; excels in rock but less suited for clean genres.
- • Black finish can show fingerprints and grime easily.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
17.5 kOhm
Spacing
53 mm / 2.09in
Mounting
4-Wire
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Aldrich BR 53 BK is significantly hotter and has a more aggressive mid-range than most standard Suhr pickups, designed specifically for Doug’s high-gain style.
Yes, the 4-wire design allows for coil-splitting, yielding usable single-coil tones, though the inherently high output means they’ll be brighter and hotter than typical single coils.
Absolutely; the F-spacing is ideal for guitars with wider string spacing common on Floyd Rose systems, preventing string binding and tuning instability.
