Dimarzio DP288F Utopia Middle Dore
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An Utopia at the Heart of Your Rig: The Central Piece for Inspiring Intermediate Positions
The DiMarzio DP288F Utopia Middle is designed to occupy the middle position in a performance-oriented configuration, where everything happens: the balance between attack and warmth, chord clarity, and especially the musicality of combined positions. Its "F-spaced" format allows for a more even string-to-string response on many guitars equipped with modern vibratos or wider spacing bridges.
For Which Guitarist and Styles?
This pickup targets musicians who want a middle pickup capable of staying clear in dynamic playing while maintaining a strong presence in a mix. In short, you get an ideal foundation for funk, pop, modern blues, or rock parts, with solid definition for arpeggios. When overdriven, it helps retain sharp attacks and clear mids, particularly useful when switching between pickups on stage or in the studio.
Ceramic Magnet, Controlled Output Level, and Flexible Wiring: A Modern Sound Platform
Thanks to its ceramic magnet and a 185 mV output level, the DP288F Utopia Middle offers a precise response with excellent articulation and tight lows. The 4-conductor wiring opens the door to advanced configurations: coil split to refine character, parallel wiring for more clarity, or adaptation to selectors and push-pull pots depending on your electronics. The result: a versatile middle pickup that easily calibrates to interact with a bridge humbucker or a warmer neck pickup, while maintaining consistent volume and tone coherence.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Winding | double |
| Category | electric microphone | Position | middle |
| Instrument | Strat | Color | Gold |
| Magnet | Ceramic | ||
| Brand | DiMarzio | Wiring | 4-conductor |
| Model | DP288F Utopia Middle | Magnet Type | Ceramic |
| Spacing | "F-spaced" | Output Level | 185 mV |
| Finish | Satin Gold | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the DiMarzio DP288F Utopia Middle suitable for the middle position of a Strat?
Designed for the middle position, this passive Strat-sized humbucker aims for clear chord and combined position clarity. Its output level of 185 mV facilitates balance with the other pickups in the set.
What does F-spaced mean on this middle pickup?
The F-spaced design is intended for even string-to-string response on many guitars equipped with a modern vibrato or a wide-spaced bridge.
What sound does the ceramic magnet provide?
Thanks to its ceramic magnet, the response favors precise attack and controlled bass. When overdriven, the midrange remains clear; in clean tones, arpeggios and funk rhythms retain their definition.
Does the 4-conductor wiring allow for coil split?
The 4-conductor wiring allows for coil split or parallel wiring. This configuration can also be adapted to a selector switch or a push-pull pot depending on the installed electronics.
What is the finish of the gold Utopia Middle?
The Satin Gold finish gives the DP288F Utopia Middle a satin gold appearance.



