The Gibson Burstbucker Type 2 Humbucker Pickup is a vintage-style humbucker designed to deliver a powerful, balanced tone with more pronounced midrange punch compared to its Type 1 counterpart. Featuring a nickel-plated cover and a medium output, this pickup offers a rich, dynamic sound with a slight edge, making it ideal for both clean and overdriven tones. The Burstbucker Type 2 uses unbalanced coils and Alnico II magnets to achieve its signature warmth and clarity, delivering smooth highs and tight lows. Perfect for players seeking a versatile pickup that can handle a wide range of musical styles, from classic rock to blues and beyond.
What type of BurstBucker do you need?: Burstbucker Type 1 features a lower output, great for the neck position. Burstbucker Type 2 features medium output which can be used for either position and Burstbucker Type 3 is overwound and hot, which is typically ideal for the bridge position.
- Average DCR ~ 8K
- Position: Neck/ Bridge
- Magnet: Alnico II
- Wiring: 4-Conductor
- Best Use: Blues/ Rock/ Jazz
- Cover: Nickel