About a month ago I bought a Music Man JP 15. I was looking for a guitar with this specification (roasted woods, 24 stainless steel frets, flat finger board radius etc.) so despite the fact that I have never listened to Dream Theater I grabbed one. I love how nicely it plays, and also really appreciate it's resonance when unplugged. The build quality is exceptional. However I am a little ambivalent about the stock pickups. I feel the bridge unit has a slightly clinical quality to it as well as too much cut for my tastes. I like the neck more, and it does sound good for improvising but I think I would like a little more character here too.
Although my taste in guitars might indicate otherwise I am not a metal player. I grew up playing Ibanez instruments so this style of guitar is what I am used to. My music tastes range from Sigur Ros to Eric Dolphy. Guitar tone wise I love Shawn Lane and Allan Holdsworth. I am after a rich, smooth lead tone (from both neck and bridge) with plenty of sustain (I don't pick much!). I would also like sweet clean tones and a nice split coil sound if possible.
Has anyone else changed the pickups in their JP models? How have you found the change? Were there any issues involved (eg. pickup height, wiring etc.)?
Any advice hugely appreciated.
Although my taste in guitars might indicate otherwise I am not a metal player. I grew up playing Ibanez instruments so this style of guitar is what I am used to. My music tastes range from Sigur Ros to Eric Dolphy. Guitar tone wise I love Shawn Lane and Allan Holdsworth. I am after a rich, smooth lead tone (from both neck and bridge) with plenty of sustain (I don't pick much!). I would also like sweet clean tones and a nice split coil sound if possible.
Has anyone else changed the pickups in their JP models? How have you found the change? Were there any issues involved (eg. pickup height, wiring etc.)?
Any advice hugely appreciated.
