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Fender Player Precision pickup replacement?

Discussion in 'Pickups & Electronics [BG]' started by antfarm, Jun 21, 2020.

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  1. Jun 21, 2020 #1
    antfarm

    antfarm

    Oct 2, 2017
    I am thinking about replacing the pickups in my Pau Ferro Player Precision, looking for a warmer, but still clear tone.

    So far, I have tried the EMG GZR, but looking for a little more mellow warmth. Maybe the Aguilar AG P4-60 is a good fit.

    Looking forward to hearing about your experience replacing the PUs in a Player P. Was it worth it?

    Btw., current strings are light GHS Precision Flats (3025).
     
  2. Jun 21, 2020 #2
    TC.65

    TC.65

    Dec 20, 2008
    Carbondale IL
    Fender Pure Vintage 63 is what you're looking for. Its inexpensive too.
     
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  3. Jun 21, 2020 #3
    Ekajimmy

    Ekajimmy Inactive

    Nov 2, 2019
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  4. Jun 22, 2020 #4
    antfarm

    antfarm

    Oct 2, 2017
    Funny, the Pure Vintage '63 (that is stock in the American Original P) was number #1 on my list, until I read too many bad reviews about them being too muddy. I even have the Pure Vintage '64 in my Jazz Bass, could not stop thinking about them after playing a Flea Roadworn at a store once.

    So after your unison answers, I finally ordered the PV '63 an hour ago. Thanks for helping me make up my mind!
     
  5. Jun 23, 2020 #5
    Laurent

    Laurent Supporting Member

    May 21, 2008
    Napa, California
    For warm I would say AG P4-60, Seymound Duncan Antiquity II and Fender Pure Vintage 63.
    With this last pickup you will get warm, bassy and punchy. If you are getting too much bass, lower your pickups a tad to tame them.
    It works well with this pickup because it's relatively hot.
     
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  6. Jun 24, 2020 #6
    Dark Horse

    Dark Horse Supporting Member

    Jul 31, 2008
    Austin, TX
    Duncan SPB-1
     
  7. Jun 24, 2020 #7
    antfarm

    antfarm

    Oct 2, 2017
    Thanks. I think I'll try them in this order, would like to try the Antiquity earlier, but it's the most expensive.
    • Fender Pure Vintage '63
    • Aguilar AG 4P-60
    • Seymour Duncan SPB-1
    • Seymour Duncan P Antiquity II
    But I really hope I like the PV 63, going to install it today...
     
  8. Jun 24, 2020 #8
    Yahboy

    Yahboy

    May 21, 2008
    You should try Fralin P standard instead than spend for those 4 pbass pickup.
     
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