Gibson Accessories Burstbucker Type 2 Double Black 8.5kohms

Name: Burstbucker Type 2 Double Black 8.5kohms
Brand: Gibson Accessories
SKU: 370272
Price: 164.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

164,00 €VAT incl.

0,14 € Ecotax included

Reference price

In stock online

Store: on order

Estimated Shipping Widget will be displayed here!

ID : 370272

EAN : 0711106099286

This item is covered for 3 years

Essential Information About the Burstbucker Type 2 Double Black Pickup

Authentic "PAF" Tone: Alnico II magnets, moderate output of 8.5 kOhms for a warm and expressive sound.
Exemplary Balance and Dynamics: singing mids, clear highs, tight lows.
Versatile from blues to rock, ideal for rhythm and lead with excellent playing response.
Sleek Double Black finish and easy installation on most guitars.

Burstbucker Type 2 Double Black 8.5kohms

164,00 €VAT incl.

0,14 € Ecotax included

Reference price

Background and Positioning

Part of Gibson Gear's Burstbucker series, the Type 2 aims to capture the spirit of 1950s "PAF" humbuckers. Its voicing emphasizes musicality, transparency, and harmonic richness, while remaining easy to integrate into a wide range of guitars and amplifiers.

Who This Pickup Is For

For guitarists seeking a lively vintage sound, responsive to playing nuances and suited for blues, classic rock, and modern rock styles. It is ideal for those wanting an organic-sounding humbucker capable of cleaning up with the volume knob without losing clarity.

Questions frequently asked

What is the resistance of the Burstbucker Type 2?

The stated value is 8.5 kΩ.

What tone does this Gibson humbucker offer?

Part of the Burstbucker series, this pickup is inspired by 1950s PAF humbuckers. Its voicing emphasizes clarity and harmonic richness.

Which styles is the Type 2 suited for?

Blues, classic rock, and modern rock are among its recommended uses. The Type 2 is designed for an organic response sensitive to playing dynamics.

Does the tone stay clear when rolling down the guitar's volume?

According to its description, the Type 2 cleans up well with the volume pot. Clarity is preserved when using it this way. This aligns with its inspiration from 1950s PAF pickups.