Dimarzio DP274 - PAF 59 NECK - CREAM
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A "59" PAF Designed for the Neck Position
The DiMarzio DP274 PAF 59 Neck is aimed at guitarists seeking a humbucker with a decidedly classic vibe: a full, open, and singing tone without excessive compression. In the neck position, it emphasizes roundness and depth while maintaining enough definition to avoid a "muddy" effect on chords, especially if you play with an amp setting that already has plenty of gain.
For Which Styles and Guitars?
Ideal on a single cut electric guitar or any tune-o-matic setup, this pickup is comfortable in blues, vintage rock, modern jazz, classic rock, and pop. It excels for melodic leads, legato passages, and clear arpeggios, with a very nuanced response: lower the guitar volume to brighten the tone, push the amp for organic crunch. It's also an excellent choice if you want to balance a slightly bright guitar by adding body at the neck.
Simple and Effective Design for Direct Wiring
With its 2-conductor wiring, the DP274 favors a direct and reliable installation, designed for traditional configurations. Its 202 mV output is intentionally moderate: you retain the dynamics of your touch, the breathing of chords, and note clarity, even with modulation or delay effects. The AlNiCo 5 magnet provides a firmer attack and clear articulation while preserving the warmth typical of PAF-inspired humbuckers.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive |
| Category | electric microphone |
| Instrument | jazz |
| Magnet | alnico V |
| Winding | double |
| Position | handle |
| Color | Beige |
| Type | Neck humbucker pickup |
| Wiring | 2-conductor |
| Output Level | 202 mV |
| Spacing | standard (tune-o-matic) only |
Questions frequently asked
Is the DiMarzio DP274 PAF 59 Neck compatible with a tune-o-matic bridge?
Its standard spacing is exclusively designed for guitars equipped with a tune-o-matic bridge. It is mainly suited for single cut configurations.
What sound can be expected in the neck position with this humbucker?
The AlNiCo 5 magnet provides a firm attack and clear articulation. The 202 mV output maintains a full, uncompressed tone with depth in the neck position.
Is the DP274 suitable for blues and classic rock?
This model is suitable for blues, vintage rock, classic rock, modern jazz, and pop genres. Its nuanced response favors melodic leads, clear arpeggios, and an organic crunch when the amp is driven.
Does the wiring allow coil splitting?
The 2-conductor wiring is designed for direct installation in a traditional setup. No coil split option is specified in the provided features.
Can this neck pickup reduce an overly bright tone?
The PAF 59 design adds body and warmth to a naturally bright guitar. With a 202 mV output, chords retain enough definition to prevent muddiness.



