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Most likely the difference in volume comes from a difference in output--some pickups are made to be "hotter" than others, and they'll be adjusted differently according what position on the guitar they're intended for.
- Which is louder neck or bridge pickup?
- Why is bridge pickup louder than neck?
- Are single coils quieter than humbuckers?
- Why are single coil pickups noisy?
Which is louder neck or bridge pickup?
So, one of the main differences in a designated pair of pickups is that the bridge pickup is designed to be louder or “hotter” than the neck. ... If you're looking for a lower output, brighter pickup for a bridge position, then a “neck” pickup might do the job perfectly.
Why is bridge pickup louder than neck?
The neck pickup in guitars will generally have higher output because the strings vibrate more above the neck pup than over the bridge pup.
Are single coils quieter than humbuckers?
They are worlds apart. While single-coils and their lower output are known for clean, clear and lighter tones, humbuckers are thicker with more lows and mids. The difference in output isn't only heard in tone but also in volume. The increased output of humbuckers means that they are simply louder than single-coils.
Why are single coil pickups noisy?
A: Unfortunately, it sounds like you have the classic single-coil guitar pickup problem: noise gets picked up. ... The problem probably isn't in your electrical systems. The guitar is probably picking up airborne noise called RF (radio frequency) or EMI (electro-magnetic interference).
