-Cast Alnico 5 Flat Magnets
-Fiberboard Bobbin Material (Precision Cut To Spec In House)
-Nickel Silver 50's Replica Neck Cover
-Vintage Correct Plain Enamel Coil Wire
-Vintage Correct Copper Plated Steel Baseplate
-Vintage Cloth Covered Push Back Leads
-Lightly Potted Like The Originals
-Neck: 6.8k (Average)
-Bridge: 7.5k (Average)
-Made In USA
Details That Matter:
The neck and bridge pickups are RWRP (Reverse Wound Reverse Polarity) from each other so that you can achieve hum-canceling when both pickups are combined in the middle position. This is a modern advantage that comes standard with all of our single coils.
Experience authentic 1953 Blackguard Telecaster tone. With so many varying specs in the early 50's, it was rare to find that one standout set that surpassed all others—which makes the search for vintage Tele tone a rabbit hole of variations and offerings. But when you hear the one where the notes just jump out with full tone, open dynamics and effortless twang, it can make the hair stand up on the back of your neck. This is exactly what the Brickhouse 1953 Tele pickups aim to achieve.
The sound you'll get: Bold, twangy bridge tones with dynamic highs and clear midrange that breathes new life into your amplifier, paired with a neck pickup offering expressive clarity and chime. Whether you're chasing classic country twang, blues grit, or rock punch, these pickups deliver the open, dynamic response that made vintage Telecasters legendary.
Why it's unique: Made in the USA using period-correct materials and authentic vintage construction techniques, the Brickhouse '53 captures the magic of the most sought-after early '50s Blackguard era Telecasters. It's more than just a sound—it's a feeling that ignites your creativity and encourages you to explore new Tele territories. Feel the notes bloom under your fingers with that unmistakable snap and clarity that only authentic vintage pickups can provide.
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