Bart or Delano?

chuck1073 · #1 08-07-2009, 06:01 AM

I'm considering replacing the pups in my 6 string fretless. Currently it's got a pair or single coils. I like the sound, but the nature of single coils makes the bass almost un-useable in some rooms that I play due to noise. So...I'm looking at humbuckers to replace them.

The current pups measure 5 1/2 x 1 1/4. Delano makes a 7-string soapbar that would drop right in. Bart makes the G6 that measures 5 1/2 by 1"...leaving 1/8" space on either side.

Has anyone got any experience with the Delanos? They're about twice the price of the Barts...if it's just a question of asthetics I think I'd go Bart at this point...since I know and like the way they sound.

Opinions?

PSPookie · #2 08-07-2009, 06:06 AM

Delanos.

Barts have never done anything for me but the Delanos I've played were stellar.

BIG CHEETO · #3 08-19-2009, 01:48 AM

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Originally Posted by PSPookie

Delanos.

Barts have never done anything for me but the Delanos I've played were stellar.

+1 for DELANO. barts are too hot and dry. They may also sound brittle when coupled with a bart preamp...

David1234 · #4 08-19-2009, 02:05 AM

My 6 string's barts aren't too hot or dry for me. They're nice.

Derek Kiernan · #5 08-19-2009, 02:47 AM

The Delano JSBC and SBC series have sounded gorgeous whenever I'm come across them online. They would be my first choices in a 6 or 7 string instrument.