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Hey guys, I'm sure u get this one all the time, but i could use some advice on a new neck pup. I'm in a pickle between the CC, 59', and the Alnico II Pro. I have a Gibson CS 57' Goldtop LP Darkback Reissue, i'm puttin a JB in the bridge. I want a warm, fat, and crisp sounding neck pup for soloing. Any suggestions? Thanks.

Do not put a CC in the neck, it will be all mud. The A2P is definitely warm and fat, but not what I would call crisp. It's more smooth than crisp. The 59 is a little heavier on the bottom end, possibly boomy with a little sharper high end than the A2P. I've fallen in love with the A2P, so that would be my choice. But the 59 is also a very nice neck pickup for the right guitar. You really can't go wrong with either.

I'd go with the Pearly Gates. It's big and fat with good bite.

ALright, would u say the A2P carries more sustain than the 59' on a Les Paul?


Originally Posted by 57'GoldtopALright, would u say the A2P carries more sustain than the 59' on a Les Paul?

Neither adds to nor detracts from the sustain, but the APH has a smoother top and not s much bottom, and perhaps a bit more mids.

hmm, alright, thx guys i'll get drunk and decide. peace

Seth Lover may get you there as well.

i've been using A2P's on my fat strat for years, and i love em. i think ill put one on my new goldtop. thx for the help everyone.