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Set of 3. In his best performances Jimi had the most dynamic and explosive sounds, the notes rolled off his fretboard like magical fluid. These Woodstocks with slightly-aged Strat sound have the most thump and punch, explosive attack and exceptional clarity, definition and projection. They break into easily crunch under heavy pick attack. Heaps of Alnico tone character. Overdosed with projection and grit and powerful top end chime. Great for Heavy Rock and extreme distortion. High output with the welcome advantage of Zero-Hum. Low magnetic string pull for longer sustain and less string crash and fret buzz. -
Step into the limelight center stage, all ears will be on you when you play it your way with your Twang-Bucker. There is nothing like the Twang-Bucker with it 's not 98%, not 99%, but 110% super-single-coil sound. It brings totally new, inspiring and beautiful crystal single coil sounds to Les Pauls and other guitars with Mahogany necks because it brings out the low end girth that Mahogany provides. In Telecasters, Stratocasters and other guitars with Maple necks the Twang-Bucker sounds with more juice, better dynamics and prettier highs than Fender pickups. One customer said it's like a P-90 and a Fender pickup had a baby and somehow is more remarkable than and outshines both parents. Another one said "EVERYONE that I let play these pups "trips out". They Love Them!!! -
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The Mk-III set has even more of a vintage sound flavor; the Mk-II set was quite strong on the plain strings and the overall impression of the sound was a little 'in-your-face. The sound of the plain strings on this upgrade is less in your face, absolutely vintage and noticeably sweeter. Like the Mk-II this set has 'slightly-aged' sound for more defined midrange (less scooped) which is better for live performing.
Only the most privelleged players have heard genuine original vintage pickups because they are so rare. They had a big, bold sweet, elusive sound that modern pickups just can't capture. The Traditional Mk-III set sounds remarkably similar to the best Strat pickups of yesteryear. Complex Alnico character, excellent dynamics, projection and definition that are retained even when distorted. Fluid, shimmery, chimey highs (never thin or Ice picky) More punch and thwack on the wound strings than a regular new single coil. Has excellent twang and growl. Absolutely authentic classic slightly-aged vintage Alnico Strat* tone, with Zero-Hum.
Low magnetic string pull for longer sustain and less string crash and fret buzz.
Very versatile. Buy this set if you want crystal clear sounds that don't break up easily. Dramatically extended versatility with a K9 NoSoldering Harness but works in the K5 & K7 harness very well also if you don't need the additional sounds of extended switching options.
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The difference is that ThickMaster has a better dynamic range and aliveness. Can be used in the bridge position with a FatMaster Extra or SurfMaster Extra in the neck if a thick bridge sound is required, however, this changes the middle switch position (both-on-together) sound to a significant degree since the ThickMaster will tend to dominate the mix and produce a distinctive Cluck. Cluck is a new rage, and we are good at it. -
Frequently seen Forum comment “Noiseless Strat pickups sound different to genuine single coils” Until recently that did have an element of truth in it, but not anymore. News flash Apr-2021: Now with our new Synergy baseplate that allows switching off Hum Cancelling as well as switching to 'Synergy' mode. Here is The Scoop, it uses our remarkable Gen-2 technology to give you the same sound as a mid 70's Fender pickup which is an astounding achievement for a noiseless Strat pickup. -
Texas Jalapeño v3 (pronounced Halopeno)- sizzling sweet highs, lotsa of spicy presence, and aggression when you want it. "Ancho Poblano" extremo. Thinking up a name for our latest creation, we were torn between Anaheim Chilli and Texas Jalapeno, and both are great names. Anaheim is the birthplace of Leo Fender, and chili describes this pickup's sound and spicy performance very well. But Texas is BIG, and Jalapeño chili is hot enough for a great taste sensation but not so hot as to obliterate the taste of the food. Yup, that's why we went for Texas Jalapeño. -
Finally, a Strat bridge pickup with the true sound of a Telecaster bridge pickup. It's so good we make it under our "Magnum Opus" label. Consider one of these for your project parts guitar for an eye catching, intriguing new look and ear catching bigger bolder bridge pickup sound. You can always revert to original Strat pickup but we are pretty sure, after experiencing our 55mm one, you won't want to. This things sounds incredible ... guaranteed to put a huge smile on your face. -
You want really loud? You want really great dynamic sound? You want a Blast? You found it here, the Tele Blaster set has our renowned Bridge Blaster and the new matching Neck Blaster, the loudest, most dynamic and most powerful Tele pickups alive that have Alnico rod magnets. These pickups are so loud they match the loudness of a Gibson Les Paul or SG so players who complain about the loudness difference of their Fender and Gibson take note. One customer from Texas recently wrote "These are off the chart excellent!! I've tried so many conventional and noiseless....I'm fortunate I did not give up the search for the best. My search is over with Kinman. In my personal observation, these are so good, I'm retro-fitting all my guitars with Kinman. Thanks a million for THE BEST pick-ups made!!! Ciao Terry You want the much loved in-between sound with both pickups on together? Far from being sacrificed for loudness you'll get the BIGGEST Tele hollow cluck sound you've ever heard. Yessirree Bob, all of that with Zero-Hum and then some. Normally pickups this loud and fat sacrifice sonic character and dynamics but not Kinman's that have our marvelous Gen-2 technology. -
SurfMaster: All the important attributes of original Fender pickups, plus this Kinman model, has a little more punch and output. Louder and more dynamic with a greater presence factor than the FatMaster, this pickup has a full-bodied sound with a powerful, sharp twang and exceptional piano mid-tones and all the highs you crave. The dynamic range is so excellent you immediately relate it to Dick Dales's sound. Still, you'll get more than that with these SurfMaster pickups because these are versatile and, in capable hands, can be used for grunge, indie, punk, shoegaze and just about anything.
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The SurfJag is one of the most alive and juicy Strat-type pickups we make, it's so alive and juicy it outshines most non-noiseless single coils. Archetype Non-Aged Fender sound delivers exceptional dynamic range and explosive thwack attack, excellent transparent piano mid-tones and harmonic ring, outstanding twang, and sweet blooming highs. -
Set of 2. The most defintive classic Tele tone was made by the 1960's white-edgebound Custom Tele with single coils. These AVn-60 series pickups give you a Caricature sound of those very rare guitars that you can have for your Tele too. The 60's Custom set is bright but never thin, has improved focus, twang, dynamics and high end chime. Great for chickin pickin country lead or any other classic Tele style. The middle position of the switch sounds better than with original Telecaster pickups. Imagine the very best Telecaster tone that you can remember; this set has more body & girth which means they never sound thin or excessively bright. The sound has very nice complex Alnico midrange detail and has Zero-Hum and zero microphonic whistle. Other features players will be delighted with is the superb dynamic range and string output balance. This set has Kinmanusa's propriety Alnico low strength magnets, like all our Fender type pickups, so string pull is minimized, sustain is longer and there is less rattle and buzz from the strings crashing into the frets from excessive magnet pull. -
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The new V2 is an innovative new design created especially for covers that don't have protruding magnets. We have also introduced the Extra bridge version, it balances better with the neck volume-wise and sounds somewhat thicker without compromising treble response or attack (there is no mud). Mustangs have a shorter scale length so the sound will be deeper, more throaty than the same pickup in a Strat. -
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The high output Punk-Jag delivers the sharp, percussive attack for a great Punk sound. Archetype Non-Aged Fender sound delivers exceptional dynamic range and explosive thwack attack, excellent transparent piano mid-tones and harmonic ring, outstanding twang, sweet blooming highs without any Ice-pick.
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At last, Seth Lovers brief has been fulfilled 57 years after the event, a Humbucker that sounds like Gibson intended it to sound, like a P-90 .... but actually it's much, much better than a P-90. This is one hell of a humbucker, actually a good name would be the "Humbucker From Heaven" because it’s lush sonic purity, gorgeous rich and beautiful tone, outstanding clarity and inspirational dynamics is breathtaking to experience. If you are chasing better clarity and note definition from the low wounds our regular humbuckers are pretty darn good but the P90-Bucker represents a quantum leap into the superlative.... -
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P.A.F Plus v2 A much improved PAF which works better in the neck position than conventional humbuckers and is excellent for the bridge position too if you want heaps more clarity and punchy dynamics than a regular humbucker. Featuring vastly improved Tone / definition / clarity on the low wound strings with minimized blurring from the low notes in the neck position, thanks to Kinman’s Triple Alnico Tone advantage. The neck position has well defined and clear low notes that have a hint of twang and a nice little dose of piano tones in the mids. If you want a humbucker with exceptional Zero-Hum split single coil sound please consider the Converge-3 which produces a great Fender sound in split mode. -
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The P.A.F Astound v2 is a high energy version of the P.A.F Plus with an overdose of drive and dirty but defined growl for the bridge position. Awesome dynamic range and exceptional touch sensitivity adds a 3rd dimension to the sound that effortlessly cuts through the band. Better dynamic response and is very responsive to pinch harmonics and hammer-ons which makes it a must for shredders as well as rock and heavy rock -and- metal. It growls under gain on the wound strings and sings sweetly on the plain strings with an intense harmonic bloom which is as smooth as silk .... with a bitey edge that's not razor sharp and offensive. -
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The new V2 is an innovative design created especially for covers that don't have protruding magnets. We have also introduced the Extra bridge version; it balances better with the neck volume-wise and sounds somewhat thicker without compromising treble response or attack (there is no mud). Mustangs have a shorter scale length, so the sound will be more profound, and more throaty than the same pickup in a Strat. -
Naturally, as the name implies, it is the fully balanced companion pickup for the wonderful Bridge Blaster, and it has the sonic character to match. Lots of thick-sounding thumps from the low wound strings and noticeably darker sweet plain strings, even in the high register. It's also good as a companion pickup for PAF-type bridge humbuckers and P-90s. -
Nashville set based on the 60's Custom set.- AVn-60b bridge
- Impersonator E69 or AVn-62 middle Strat
- AVn-60n Gen-2 Tele neck -or- Impersonator E69 Strat neck
- AVn-48b bridge
- Impersonator E56 or AVn-59 middle Strat
- AVn-48n Gen-2 Tele neck -or- Impersonator E56 Strat neck
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This muscular vintage pickup produces a sound with a big girth and prominent highs; it excels for rock, virtuoso instrumental, blues, you name it, even Jazz. Boxing glove attack and terrific twang with piano mid-tones galore, which turns into a low-note growl under higher gain. That nasty, jagged ice-pick-in-the-ear annoyance that makes your ears hurt is avoided. Still, paradoxically, the prominent highs are quite outstanding and possess a silky purity in which ordinary single coils pale in comparison. It has quite a percussive feel. It doesn't matter if your playing style is slow and soulful, fast and furious, bluesy, rock, or virtuoso, the Mod-Jag will satisfy all kinds, including demanding virtuoso players. -
The Gen-3 Kinman Magnum Opus '59 is the new Gold Standard for Strat* pickups. If you believe your boutique vintage scatter-wound Stratocaster* pickups are the finest vintage pickups money can buy .... think again! -
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Kinmanusa PAF Plus Humbucker Bridge & PAF Astound Humbucker Neck. The PAF Plus is a much improved PAF which works better in the neck position than conventional humbuckers and is excellent for the bridge position too if you want noticeably less dirty growl and grind than a regular humbucker. Featuring vastly improved Tone / definition / clarity on the wound strings with minimized blurring from the low notes in the neck position, thanks to Kinmanusa’s Triple Alnico Tone advantage. The neck position has well defined and clear low notes that have a strong hint of twang and a nice dose of piano tones in the mids. -
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All Kinman humbuckers have more than a hint of piano mid tones, some have more than others. The trick is to engineer a stringy sound from the low wound strings without overstepping into the territory of twang. Guitar players often complain that humbuckers are, at the same time, too trebly and not trebly enough. What we have done is to sweeten the high’s on the plain strings and remove those overly present nasty ear-splitting upper midrange spikes, while simultaneously emphasizing piano mid tones of the wound strings. It sounds simple enough but there are challenges that must be solved on a technical level in order for this delicate balancing act to be accomplished. -
So you love badass growly distorted humbucker sounds from the bridge position but hate the idea of modifying your Telecaster? Well, here is your love/hate solution!!! Our impressive Kick-in-the-Arse humbucker is built into a Tele bridge pickup. No need to drastically modify anything ,,, just chuck it in and get badass growly humbucker or P-90 sounds from your Tele, and it will deliver a real kick in the arse. -
Do you love a humbucker or P-90 sound in the bridge position but hate the idea of modifying your precious Stratocaster? Well, here is your love/hate solution!!! Our impressive Kick-in-the-Arse that looks like a regular Strat pickup. No need to drastically modify anything ,,, just chuck it in and get screaming P-90 / Humbucker sounds from your Strat. Yes, your guitar will deliver a real kick in the arse and you'll walk the line between heaven and hell.
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