498T Vs. Burstbucker Pro:

[Inspector #20]

Just for fun, I thought I would post these two videos:

Video #1 - 2016 Gibson SG Burstbucker Pro Bridge (9.32kΩ) - Guitar Volume/Tone @ 10 - Pole Pieces Flush with Cover - 4/32" From Strings

Video #2 - 2016 Gibson Les Paul 498T Bridge (13.81kΩ) - Guitar Volume/Tone @ 10 - Pole Pieces Set To String Radius - 4/32" From Strings (As Delivered)

Amp Settings Same In Both Videos:

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[Truss_rod]

They both have some serious bite to them. Love the sound and great playing Robert, thanks for sharing.

 

[Inspector #20]

They both have some serious bite to them. Love the sound and great playing Robert, thanks for sharing.

Thanks, Truss Rod...I'm slowly getting my sound closer to what I like. I gotta admit the 498T surprised me.

 

[Truss_rod]

I love it when a guitar sound starts to come together.

 

[BlackSG91]

Both videos sound real good but as you know I'm partial to the 498T pick up. It has a sweet mid-range tone and it cuts through the mix very well. But overall I do not find any BIG difference between both guitars. The amplifier usually is more responsible for the sound IMHO.


;>)/

 

[Gahr]

Sounding great, Robert! I prefer the Burstbucker here. A bit less gain, I get instant AC/DC vibes from it.

 

[Inspector #20]

Sounding great, Robert! I prefer the Burstbucker here. A bit less gain, I get instant AC/DC vibes from it.

Thanks, Gahr.....It's getting better!!!!

 

[eSGEe]

I second Gahrs statement!!

 

[Inspector #20]

I second Gahrs statement!!

They both have a very unique voice...

 

[Inspector #20]

Sounding great, Robert! I prefer the Burstbucker here. A bit less gain, I get instant AC/DC vibes from it.

Did you notice that the Letter Paul seems to sound brighter???

 

[Gahr]

Did you notice that the Letter Paul seems to sound brighter???

Yep. The 498T is pretty bright.

 

[RobV]

I have the 498 set stock in my current SG and if I don't do SD's this time it will be BB Pro's. As I said before my 1st SG was a clean headstock break/repaired and a wrapped bridge and BB Pro's installed. Plugged into a green channel on a DSL 50 it was amazing! I should have just stayed there but you know how GAS works
Eventually my SG will be rewired to get rid of the circuit board and wrap the bridge. The other 1/2 wants a new Washer & Dryer now......I am paying for remodeling and was going to buy a new shower next payday and the new pickups and start remodeling 1 of the bathrooms and my SG but she has other plans of course

 

[Inspector #20]

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Maybe this will help...