Detail 01
Alnico II magnets
A softer magnetic field intended to create a warmer, smoother sound.

Independent shopping perspective
A warm, smooth Alnico II pickup with a flat magnet pattern designed for even response with modern strings and flatter neck radii.


Strong match
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What matters in use
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 01
A softer magnetic field intended to create a warmer, smoother sound.
Detail 02
Provides a balanced field for even response with today's strings and flatter neck radii.
Detail 03
The APS-2 combines the APS-1 coil design with a different rod-magnet arrangement.
Detail 04
The pickup is stated to use reverse winding and reverse polarity.
Final check

Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
It uses Alnico II rod magnets.
It has equal-length rod magnets raised above the flatwork in a flat pattern.
The softer Alnico II magnetic field is described as warmer and smoother, reducing brittle, glassy sound associated with new instruments.
Yes.
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