Topmusicanswers
- Are neck and bridge pickups the same?
- Should bridge pickup be higher than neck?
- Why do bridge pickups sound different than neck pickups?
- Can you use a neck pickup in the bridge position?
Are neck and bridge pickups the same?
The main difference between neck vs bridge pickups is the sound and tone they produce. Neck pickups produce a sound that is warm and smooth that is commonly used for solos and melodies. Bridge pickups sound brighter and sharper and lead to some piercing riffs, lead lines and rhythm.
Should bridge pickup be higher than neck?
For most guitars and basses, I recommend you set your bridge pickup height first. When that's ok, move on to the others. So, for instance, with a Les Paul, set the bridge pickup height and then set the neck. For a Strat, set the bridge, then the middle, then the neck.
Why do bridge pickups sound different than neck pickups?
The main factor for the difference in sound between the bridge and neck positions is the movement of the strings above the guitar pickups in those positions. This is something you can easily observe when you use the bridge pickup and hear the treble content increase and the volume decrease.
Can you use a neck pickup in the bridge position?
If a pickup is wound hotter for the bridge, it can have more volume and fullness but can sound to dark or fat sounding in the neck position. ... Many guitarists, especially jazz players, have put specifically wound bridge pickups in the neck position for added warmth and fullness.
