Should the bridge pickup be hotter than the neck?

The debate over pickup configurations and their relative output levels is a longstanding topic among guitarists. One common question that arises is whether the bridge pickup should be hotter (higher output) than the neck pickup. In this article, we will explore the factors to consider when deciding on pickup output levels and whether having a …

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The bridge pickup on an electric guitar is typically brighter and more trebly than the neck pickup. This is because the bridge pickup is closer to the strings and the magnets are stronger. The bridge pickup is often said to be “hotter” than the neck pickup. This means that it produces more output and has …

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