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Dropped the Aero Type 4A Mustang replacement pickups and...

Oh boy...the mustang never was so clear yet warm and powerful.

The pickup's frequency response is definitely better than the original.

I got this from Larry of Aero before pulling the trigger:

"All Aero pickups have a broad frequency response (good bass, flat mid, clear high), and a high level output (you will not need a pre-amp to boost gain). The frequency response of most Aero pickups is broader than that of the instrument. You can use any pre-amp with Aero pickups, but note that the frequency response of the pickups is better than any battery powered pre-amp you can install. Aero pickups will accurately convert the mechanical vibrations of your instrument into electrical signals. This means, if the frequencies are in the instrument they will
also show up in the electrical signal."

I was deciding between the Nordstrand ones but the guy honestly told me that there wouldn't be a different in output gain, which was my main reason for swapping out the pickups.

The output on my mustang is now significantly higher and it is less muddy, much more clarity while still retaining the warm, thumping mustang sig sound.

Great job Aero! Sure it is more costly, but definitely worth the wait! And dough of course:bassist: