Tesla VR-Nitro Bridge CH
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Tesla
VR-Nitro Bridge CH
Product Info
Article Number:
611252
Brand:
Tesla
Model:
VR-Nitro Bridge CH
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$64.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The VR-Nitro Bridge CH is a surprisingly good value. It’s a well-built humbucker with a classic Alnico 5 vibe – think warm, smooth, and articulate. This pickup is a great choice for players seeking a vintage-inspired tone with a bit of versatility for rock, blues, and even some country.
Product Description
- Tesla VR-Nitro Bridge CH
- Pickup for Electric Guitar
- Humbucker
- For bridge position
- Smooth mids
- well-defined bass
- Output: Medium
- String spacing: 52 mm
- Connections: Four-wire
- DC resistance: 8.5 kOhm
- Magnet material: Alnico 5 (Bar)
- Colour: Chrome
- Includes fixing screws and springs
PROS
- • Alnico 5 magnet delivers a warm, articulate vintage tone.
- • Well-defined bass response provides a solid low-end foundation.
- • Chrome cover offers a classic aesthetic and some shielding.
- • Four-wire connections allow for coil-splitting flexibility.
CONS
- • 8.5k DC resistance might be too high for some lower-output amps.
- • Alnico 5 can sound slightly less aggressive than Ceramic magnets.
- • Chrome finish can be prone to fingerprints and minor scratches.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico 5 (Bar)
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
8.5 kOhm
Spacing
52 mm
Mounting
Four-hole standard
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Frequently Asked Questions
The VM-90 is hotter and more aggressive, while the VR-Nitro is smoother and more vintage-voiced. The VR-Nitro leans towards a more balanced, less overwound character.
While it’s not designed for extreme high-gain, it'll still cut through, but you'll lose some of its vintage charm. It’s best suited for moderate gain settings.
It's a fairly standard spacing, but double-check your guitar's existing pickup to ensure a proper fit. Minor adjustments to the mounting screws might be needed for optimal string clearance.
