DiMarzio DP256BK Illuminator Neck Humbucker Guitar Pickup, Black

DiMarzio crafted the new Illuminator Neck humbucker for John Petrucci's Music Man JP13 guitar. Paired with the bridge model, it meets John's need for versatility, enabling him to create a wide range of sounds with a single guitar. It can produce tight, rhythmic, and aggressive overdrive for rhythm work and more expressive, complex tones for solos. The result is a bold and extremely clear pickup that takes John's sound to new heights. In 2003, John used the Illuminator and Illuminator 7 pickups while recording Dream Theater's self - titled album. The neck model is louder than a typical vintage humbucker, offering more headroom and a wide frequency bandwidth, giving musicians full control of their style. Whether with a clean amp or heavy overdrive, this humbucker delivers clear tones and warm, non - muddy sounds.

Using this DiMarzio guitar pickup is easy. First, install it properly in your guitar following the provided instructions. When using, you can adjust the tone and volume knobs on your guitar to get different sounds. For a clean and clear sound, use a clean amp setting. If you want a heavier tone, switch to an overdrive or distortion setting. When it comes to maintenance, keep your guitar and the pickup clean. Wipe the pickup gently with a soft cloth after each use to remove dust. Avoid exposing the pickup to extreme temperatures or humidity, as this could affect its performance. Also, be careful when handling the wires connected to the pickup to prevent any damage.