El Tedesco
September 5th, 2009, 02:43 PM
I just got this beautiful Strat, MIM with Standard pickups (ceramic magnets)
What could I expect converting to TexMex or even Texas Special p/ups.
Maybe some of you have experience to give me descriptional input.
TG
September 5th, 2009, 11:19 PM
It will sound brighter and sharper to your ears compared to the ceramics. More 'defined', perhaps. You'd might need to adjust the amp a bit differently. And maybe a slightly different playing approach.
Some people prefer the ceramic pickups. Others breathe a big sigh of relief when they first play their alnico pickups.
Only one way to find out which way you are, I'm afraid.
Jakester93
September 5th, 2009, 11:29 PM
TG hit it dead on. I switched my standard tele pickups for texas specials, and they sounded alot clearer and brighter. It was definitely a good change in my opinion. I did have to adjust the amp eq alot, though. I previously had the treble turned up very high, but with the different pickups, it was a little overwhelming at that level.