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I have an lp standard with 2 seth lovers. I like the sound of the neck pickup but the bridge is less loud and seems cold. I'm not really too confident in the pots and I was wondering whether I had a electrical problem (short or need new pots), or just don't like the sond of the bridge as much. Any input would be great, thanks.

I think you someone to check your electrics first. Is this was a shop job - bring it back. If not, get someone who can work with a meter. If that doesnt get best results, do a serious adjusting job - everytimei tried hardly i found a good way to live at least . The last alternative would be to change in a new pup.

It doesn't necessarily sound like there is a problem. The Seth bridge and neck are very close in output. You need to balance the outputs a bit with height adjustments. Raise the Bridge up so its about 3/32 away from the strings when fretting at the 2nd and adjust to taste from there.

The natural move, if you decide you don't like the Seth B, is to swap it for a nickel Custom Custom. The CC/Seth combo is one that almost everyone likes the sound of, especially in a LP.


Originally Posted by TheArchitectIt doesn't necessarily sound like there is a problem. The Seth bridge and neck are very close in output. You need to balance the outputs a bit with height adjustments. Raise the Bridge up so its about 3/32 away from the strings when fretting at the 2nd and adjust to taste from there.

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But you mean 22nd, not 2nd, right?


Originally Posted by ZhangliqunBut you mean 22nd, not 2nd, right?

Yeah, that would be a typo... 22nd is correct


Originally Posted by TheArchitectIt doesn't necessarily sound like there is a problem. The Seth bridge and neck are very close in output. You need to balance the outputs a bit with height adjustments. Raise the Bridge up so its about 3/32 away from the strings when fretting at the 2nd and adjust to taste from there.

2 I have an Epi LP here that has a quot;59quot; neck, Seth Bridge combination. I had to set the Seth a fair amount closer to the strings to balance out the output. I love that pickup!!

Thanks to all, I will tweak my guitar and check the insides. This may end up being fun...

Hmmm... different strokes for diff. folks... I had a Seth Lover Bridge model in the bridge of my SG which sounded too harsh to me. Replaced my pups with a pair of '59's; and I'm now loving the '59B with a .047 cap. The '59N is a bit boomy, although OOP is excellent. I will try replacing it with the Seth B in the neck spot, hopefully for more articulation and less mud.

Slap an Alnico 8 in that Seth Lover bridge -- your troubles will be over.


Originally Posted by ZhangliqunSlap an Alnico 8 in that Seth Lover bridge -- your troubles will be over.
Wouldn't that be exceptionally bright?

The Seth is a *great* pickup in the right guitar. It should sound great in an LP Standard.


Originally Posted by TheArchitectIt doesn't necessarily sound like there is a problem. The Seth bridge and neck are very close in output. You need to balance the outputs a bit with height adjustments. Raise the Bridge up so its about 3/32 away from the strings when fretting at the 2nd and adjust to taste from there.Good call


Originally Posted by gripweed

Wouldn't that be exceptionally bright?

Not at all -- don't confuse Alnico 8 with ceramic. The only thing they have in common tone-wise is tight bass.

Everything else is sheer vintage-sweet, especially the top. Think of Alnico 2 or 3 on steroids...

I also appeal to Olinmusic for testimony who came over last night for an Alnico 8 install for his '91 PRS 24. Yet another convert...