Detail 01
Underwound balanced coils
Fewer wire wraps and matched coils are described as producing a brighter, clearer, smoother signal with added detail.
Product detailSKU #1500000470892
Gibson57 Classic Underwound Double Classic White
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A vintage-voiced, underwound humbucker built for bright, clear note definition with a warm, mellow Alnico 2 character.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Guitarists seeking old-school character with added clarity
- Players who want chimey chords and distinct single notes
- Rhythm-pickup use where sparkle and definition matter
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players seeking a covered pickup
- Players who need wiring beyond a 2-conductor setup
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Alnico 2 magnet
Shapes the stated warm, mellow tone.
Detail 03
Wax potting
Fills the pickup interior to help stop unwanted squeaks during loud playing.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The supplied title says “Double Classic White,” while the description specifies double black bobbins; confirm the visual finish before purchase.
- 02This is an uncovered, wax-potted pickup with a 2-conductor lead.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What sound is this pickup designed for?
It is designed for clear, bright, chimey notes with old-school character and a warm, mellow Alnico 2 tone.
02Is it wax potted?
Yes. Gibson states that wax fills the pickup interior to reduce unwanted squeaks.
03What wiring does it use?
It uses a 2-conductor wire setup.
04Does it have a cover?
No. The description states that it does not use a cover.
Reference
Full specifications
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