Product Description
The new DiMarzio Illuminator 7 Neck pickup, in sleek black, is specifically crafted for John Petrucci’s Music Man JP13™ guitar. It represents the next - level in John’s signature pickups. John desires pickups with high versatility, enabling a wide range of sounds on a single guitar. It can go from powerful overdrive, with a tight, rhythmical, and aggressive tone, to a more expressive, dynamic, and fluid sound during solos. This pickup is bold, offering the clarity and presence essential for a 7 - string guitar. It skillfully balances vintage and modern qualities without compromising on either. John used the Illuminator™ and Illuminator 7™ pickups while recording Dream Theater’s upcoming self - titled album, which will be released on September 24, 2013, via Roadrunner Records. Specifications include: recommended for the neck position, no quick - connect feature, 4 - conductor wiring, a ceramic magnet, and a resistance of 10.42 Kohm.
Using this DiMarzio Illuminator 7 Neck pickup is straightforward. First, make sure your guitar is suitable for this type of pickup, especially if it's a Music Man JP13™. When installing, carefully connect the 4 - conductor wiring according to the guitar's electrical system. For different sounds, adjust your guitar's volume and tone knobs. You can achieve a heavy overdrive sound by turning up the gain on your amplifier. When playing solos, you can reduce the gain to get a more fluid and expressive tone. As for maintenance, keep your pickup clean by gently wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures and humidity, as this can affect its performance. If you're not using the guitar for a long time, it's a good idea to store it in a case to protect the pickup from dust and potential damage.
