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Originally Posted by Twang Tone
What you're talking about is finding the pickup's "sweet spot". Each and every pickup I've tried has it.
Start low, then incrementally raise each side of the pickup until the optimum tone and volume is reached. Volume is not as important as tone because more volume can always be added at the amp. But finding the sweet spot for the tone of the pickup is all important.
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Rule #1: There are no rules.
I suggest completely disregarding any step-by-step instructions to finding the right setup that are more complex than the one above. You have to just use your ears and your fingers.
Sometimes the sweet spot is not what you would expect. You might end up with your pickups way lower than you're used to, or lop-sided (one side higher than the other).
I've found that usually when you do hit the spot it kind of jumps out at you, suddenly the whole guitar is much more responsive and balanced.