No, neck and bridge pickups are not the same. They have different construction, placement, and sound.
Construction
Bridge pickups are typically made with more powerful magnets and coils than neck pickups. This is because they are designed to produce a brighter, more aggressive sound. Neck pickups, on the other hand, are designed to produce a warmer, more mellow sound.
Placement
Bridge pickups are located closer to the bridge of the guitar, while neck pickups are located closer to the neck. This placement affects the sound of the pickup, as the strings vibrate differently in different parts of the guitar.
Sound
Bridge pickups are typically brighter and more aggressive than neck pickups. This is because they are closer to the bridge, where the strings are thinner and vibrate more quickly. Neck pickups, on the other hand, are typically warmer and more mellow than bridge pickups. This is because they are closer to the neck, where the strings are thicker and vibrate more slowly.
Which pickup to use
The best pickup to use depends on the sound you are trying to achieve. If you are looking for a bright, aggressive sound, then you should use the bridge pickup. If you are looking for a warm, mellow sound, then you should use the neck pickup.
You can also combine the two pickups to create a variety of different sounds. For example, you could use the neck and bridge pickups together to create a fuller, more balanced sound. You could also use the neck and bridge pickups alternately to create different sounds for different sections of a song.
Ultimately, the best way to find out which pickup is right for you is to experiment and see what sounds best to you.
