Guitar Pickups
The backbone to your tone. Electric guitar pickups create the amplified sound when you plug in and play.
The backbone to your tone. Electric guitar pickups create the amplified sound when you plug in and play.
The different types - single coils, humbuckers, PAF, and P90s - help sculpt your sound. Our range includes brands like DiMarzio, Seymour Duncan, and Bare Knuckle - all with Gear4music’s 30-day money-back guarantee. Find the ideal pickups for your guitar and style.More guitar pickups at Gear4music
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EMG Zakk Wylde Pickup Set, Black
Seymour Duncan SH-55 Seth Lover Bridge Pickup, Nickel, 4-Conductor
Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Soapbar Pickup, Neck Cream
Fishman Fluence Greg Koch Gristletone P90 Neck Pickup, Cream
Fishman Fluence Greg Koch Gristletone P90 Neck Pickup, Black
Fishman Fluence Greg Koch P90 6-String Pickup, Cream
Seymour Duncan Nazgûl Passive 8-String Bridge Pickup, Black
Fender Custom Shop Twisted Telecaster Pickup (Set of 2)
Seymour Duncan SH-PG1 Pearly Gates Bridge Pickup, Nickel
Seymour Duncan SH-PG1 Pearly Gates Neck Pickup, Nickel
Seymour Duncan SH-55 Seth Lover Neck Pickup, Gold
EMG Fat 55 Floyd Pickup Set, Black
Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Soapbar Pickup, Neck Black
Seymour Duncan Sentient Passive 7-String Neck Pickup, Black Cover
Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom, Nickel
Bare Knuckle Holydiver Bridge Humbucker, Black
Seymour Duncan Antiquity II Strat Surfer
Fishman TriplePlay Express
Seymour Duncan Antiquity Strat Texas Hot Neck Pickup
Seymour Duncan Antiquity P90 Soapbar Pickup, Bridge Cream
EMG REV-SET Revelation Passive Humbucker Pickup Set, Black
Seymour Duncan SH-1 ‘59 Model Bridge Pickup, Gold, 4-Conductor
Seymour Duncan SH-PG1N Pearly Gates, Gold
Seymour Duncan Duality Bridge Humbucker, Reverse Zebra
Seymour Duncan Duality Neck Humbucker, Zebra
Seymour Duncan Duality Neck Humbucker, Black
Seymour Duncan Saturday Night Special Neck Humbucker, Nickel
Seymour Duncan Mark Holcomb Omega Bridge Pickup, Black
Seymour Duncan Antiquity Strat Texas Hot RW/RP Pickup
EMG James Hetfield Pickup Set, Black Chrome
Fender Ultra Noiseless Vintage Stratocaster Pickup Set
Bare Knuckle Warpig Bridge Humbucker, Open Black
Bare Knuckle Brute Force P90 Set, Cream
Bare Knuckle True Grit P90 Set, Cream
Bare Knuckle True Grit P90 Set, Black
Seymour Duncan Antiquity II Telecaster Twang Pickup, Bridge
Roland GK-3 Divided Guitar Pickup
Seymour Duncan SH-PG1 Pearly Gates Bridge Pickup, Gold
Lace Sensor SSS Set Cream, Blue/Silver/Red
Seymour Duncan Saturday Night Special Bridge Humbucker, Gold
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About Electric Guitar Pickups
Electric guitar pickups are pivotal in shaping your guitar's voice, converting string vibrations into the electric signals that form your distinct sound. At Gear4music, our range encompasses every type from the foundational designs to modern innovations, ensuring every musician finds their ideal match.
Single-Coil: The classic and original style of pickup, these typically produce an airy and twangy sound that suits funk and blues to a tee. Fender and Seymour Duncan offer a range of single-coils known for their crisp and articulate tones.
Humbuckers: Designed to cancel out electrical hum and noise, humbuckers offer a thicker, fuller sound ideal for rock and heavy metal. Brands like Gibson and DiMarzio are renowned for their rich, deep humbucking pickups that enhance sustain and distortion.
P90s: A middle ground between single-coils and humbuckers, P90 pickups provide a warmer tone than single-coils but retain more clarity and crispness than many humbuckers, perfect for jazz and classic rock.
Active/Passive Pickups: Active pickups, such as those from EMG and Fishman, use a battery-powered preamp to boost signal strength, ensuring high output and low noise—ideal for metal musicians. Passive pickups, from legends like Bare Knuckle and MojoTone, offer dynamic range and vintage warmth without extra electronics.
Magnet Types: The type of magnet used in a pickup—commonly Alnico or Ceramic—affects its tone. Alnico magnets, found in many vintage-style pickups, deliver a warm, smooth sound, while Ceramic magnets, often used in modern pickups, provide a brighter, more edgy tone.
Windings: The number of windings around a pickup's magnet also influences its output and tone. Fewer windings result in a cleaner, sharper sound, while more windings typically yield a warmer tone with higher output.
Explore our extensive catalogue to find the perfect pickup for your musical journey, supported by our fast delivery service and three-year warranty
FAQs
What do pickups do?
Pickups are essential components in electric guitars that convert string vibrations into electrical signals, enabling amplification. Different types of pickups, such as single-coil, humbucker, and P90, produce varying sound qualities suited to different music styles.
Are pickups and humbuckers the same?
Pickups are the general term for devices in electric guitars that capture string vibrations. Humbuckers, a type of pickup, are designed to reduce noise and hum, providing a richer, fuller sound.
Why are pickups called pickups?
Pickups are called so because they 'pick up' the vibrations of guitar strings, converting these into electrical signals that can be amplified and shaped into sound.