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Post subject: Highway 1 pickups
Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 6:33 pm
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I've got a 2005 Highway 1 Strat. I love the tone of the pickups, but the staggered pole pieces result in an uneven volume. The B-string is noticeably quieter than the other strings, especially when I solo. Could someone recommend a replacement pickup that is comparable in tone to the existing pickup, yet does a better job of equalizing volume among strings?

BTW, I'm using .009 gauge strings. I read that the staggered pole pieces respond well to heavy strings, but due to a physical disability I can't play anything heavier than .009s.

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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 7:52 pm
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I just put in a set of Kinmans and they sound great. I also have a 2005 hwy 1 and I liked the sound but never much used the bridge pickup. Sounded to bright for me. The Kinmans don't sound too bright at all, I got the Woodstock 2's with a K9 harness that he puts a push-push pot in the bottom tone control. This allows you to blend the other pickups with the neck pickup. What a great idea that was! It sounds great! The first time I played it clean I thought it sounded great until I stepped on my overdrive pedal. WOW! You have to here the difference to believe it. If you go to the Kinman web site you can hear sound samples to choose what you are looking for. They cost a little more because of the shipping from Australia, but it's worth it. Check-um out!


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Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2008 8:26 pm
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I've never heard of Kinman. I'll check it check. Thanks for the tip!


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