Fender Pure Vintage '61 Stratocaster Pickup Set
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A set designed to recapture the 1961 Stratocaster signature
The Fender Pure Vintage '61 pickups are directly inspired by early 1960s Stratocasters, an iconic period for bright clean sounds, snappy attacks, and tight rhythms. From the choice of materials to coil construction, everything is designed to reproduce that "old school" character that defines great vintage Strats, while remaining perfectly usable in a modern setup.
Who is this pickup set for?
This set is ideal if you want to restore a true vintage Strat identity to your guitar: blues, surf, pop, funk, classic rock, or any style where clarity, definition, and dynamics matter. Thanks to their low output level, these pickups also excel with pedals and tube amps, allowing the playing to breathe and respecting right-hand/left-hand nuances.
Design details that make the difference
The Formvar winding wire contributes to musical brightness and a nice openness in the upper spectrum. The AlNiCo 5 magnets provide presence, precision, and a snappier response, with very expressive dynamics. The staggered pole pieces help balance volume string-to-string for even attack whether playing chords or solos. Finally, the paraffin waxing treatment reduces unwanted noise and microphonic tendencies, for a more stable sound on stage and in the studio, while retaining vintage character.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Winding | simple |
| Category | electric microphone | Position | handle, bridge, middle, set |
| Instrument | Strat | Color | Beige |
| Magnet | alnico V | ||
Questions frequently asked
Are the Fender Pure Vintage '61 pickups compatible with a Stratocaster?
This set is designed for a Stratocaster and includes pickups intended for the neck, middle, and bridge positions.
What sound do the Pure Vintage '61 pickups offer?
The single-coil winding and AlNiCo 5 magnets aim to reproduce the signature of 1961 Stratocasters: bright clear tones and a snappy attack. Their low output level preserves playing nuances.
Are these pickups suitable for blues and funk?
The clear and defined character of this set suits styles such as blues, surf, pop, funk, and classic rock. The Formvar coil wire promotes openness in the high frequencies.
Are the pickups wax-potted?
A wax potting treatment reduces unwanted noise and microphonic tendencies. This construction provides a more stable response both on stage and in the studio.
What is the purpose of the staggered pole pieces on this Strat set?
The staggered pole pieces balance the volume between strings to maintain consistent attack in chords as well as solos. This design is combined with AlNiCo 5 magnets.
