Tesla VR-Nitro Bridge ZB
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Tesla
VR-Nitro Bridge ZB
Product Info
Article Number:
611274
Brand:
Tesla
Model:
VR-Nitro Bridge ZB
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$64.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Tesla VR-Nitro Bridge ZB is a surprisingly capable pickup for the budget-conscious player. It's got a nice, balanced sound – clear, with a mid-range presence – that works well for rock, blues, and even some country. If you're looking to upgrade your guitar's bridge pickup without spending a fortune, this is a solid choice.
Product Description
- Tesla VR-Nitro Bridge ZB
- Pickup for Electric Guitar
- Humbucker
- For bridge position
- Clear
- mid-emphasised sound
- Output: Medium
- String spacing: 52 mm
- Connections: 4-wire
- DC resistance: 8.5 kOhm
- Magnetic material: AlNiCo 5 (Bar)
- Colour: Zebra
- Includes fixing screws and springs
PROS
- • AlNiCo 5 magnet delivers a warm, articulate tone with pleasant top-end response.
- • 4-wire design allows for coil-splitting and more tonal flexibility than typical humbuckers.
- • 52mm string spacing suits wider string gauges and comfortably fits most bridge routes.
- • Zebra bobbin aesthetic offers a classic, visually appealing look and a touch of vintage flair.
CONS
- • Medium output might be underwhelming for players seeking high-gain distortion.
- • AlNiCo 5 magnets aren't as powerful as Ceramic, potentially lacking extreme output.
- • Construction, while decent for the price, lacks the premium feel of higher-end pickups.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
AlNiCo 5 (Bar)
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
8.5 kOhm
Spacing
52 mm
Mounting
4-hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
The VR-Nitro is considerably milder than a JB, lacking the JB's aggressive high-end and higher output. It offers a more balanced and vintage-leaning tone.
Yes, 8.5kΩ is a common resistance for Strat humbuckers; it should work well, although you might need to adjust the pickup height for optimal balance.
Absolutely, the pickup's output and tonal characteristics are versatile enough to handle drop tunings, although heavier tunings might require a slightly higher gain amplifier.
