Originally designed as a
direct replacement for Gibson EB series neck pickups, the Model One has
found new life as a woofer/tweeter in multi-pickup bass setups. By
combining the Model One with Split P, DiMarzio Model P, or DiMarzio
Model J pickups, you can effectively turn your bass into a
woofer/tweeter setup with on-board control of sonic extremes. By
sending the Model One to a rig with an 18-inch speaker cabinet and
plugging the other pickup’s output into your regular gear, you have the
makings of a sound with earth-moving bottom and crisp, transparent
high-end. What’s that sound like? Check out Billy Sheehan. It’s the
monstrous sound he’s pioneered that’s made rock shake for years.
Warm,
full tone, no mud. For maximum high-end response, try 500K controls.
For even brighter and cleaner sound, try switching the coils from
series to parallel: the volume drops a bit, but the midrange really
opens up and acquires a more acoustic quality.
Recommended For: Neck position, narrow string spacing.
Quick Connect: No
Wiring: 4 Conductor
Magnet: Ceramic
Resistance: 11.31 Kohm
Year of Introduction: 1973
Color: Black
Pole PIeces: Nickel
