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Description

The Bare Knuckle PolyPAF Humbucker is a meticulously crafted pickup that captures the essence of vintage tone with modern versatility. Designed for guitarists who crave that classic PAF (Patent Applied For) sound, this humbucker offers a balanced tonal palette with rich midrange, tight bass, and smooth treble. Built with hand-wound coils, the PolyPAF ensures a dynamic response, providing clarity and warmth that shines whether you're playing clean or pushing your amp to the edge.

Perfect for a range of music styles from blues to hard rock, this pickup is engineered to minimize noise and hum while delivering exceptional sustain. Its carefully selected components include a proprietary blend of materials that contribute to its unique sound signature. The PolyPAF is also wax potted, which helps to eliminate microphonic feedback, making it a reliable choice for both stage and studio settings.

Whether you're upgrading your favorite guitar or building a custom instrument, the Bare Knuckle PolyPAF Humbucker will elevate your sound with its authentic vintage character and modern reliability.

Key Features:

  • Hand-wound coils for dynamic response
  • Vintage PAF sound with modern versatility
  • Balanced tonal palette with rich midrange, tight bass, and smooth treble
  • Wax potted to eliminate microphonic feedback
  • Designed to minimize noise and hum
  • Suitable for a variety of music styles
  • Ideal for both stage and studio settings
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Adam 'Nolly' Getgood's Play-Through of his Bare Knuckle Polypaf Humbucker Set

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Adam 'Nolly' Getgood's Play-Through of his Bare Knuckle Polypaf Humbucker Set

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Video thumbnail for Adam 'Nolly' Getgood Introduces His Bare Knuckle Signature Humbucker Set: The PolyPaf by Bare Knuckle Pickups

Adam 'Nolly' Getgood Introduces His Bare Knuckle Signature Humbucker Set: The PolyPaf

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Bare Knuckle PolyPaf | Demo by James Phillips

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PolyPaf Humbucker Demonstration | Connor Kaminski

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Video thumbnail for Bare Knuckle PolyPaf | Playthrough by Micky McCrystal by Bare Knuckle Pickups

Bare Knuckle PolyPaf | Playthrough by Micky McCrystal

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Video thumbnail for Bare Knuckle PolyPaf Tone Test by Dan Stevens by Bare Knuckle Pickups

Bare Knuckle PolyPaf Tone Test by Dan Stevens

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Video thumbnail for Bare Knuckle PolyPaf Humbucker Set Tone Test with Connor Kaminski by Bare Knuckle Pickups

Bare Knuckle PolyPaf Humbucker Set Tone Test with Connor Kaminski

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Video thumbnail for Bare Knuckle PolyPaf Humbucker Set | Review | Adam 'Nolly' Getgood | Guitar Interactive by Guitar Interactive Magazine

Bare Knuckle PolyPaf Humbucker Set | Review | Adam 'Nolly' Getgood | Guitar Interactive

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Video thumbnail for Bare Knuckle PolyPaf Playthrough by Dan Stevens by Bare Knuckle Pickups

Bare Knuckle PolyPaf Playthrough by Dan Stevens

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Bare Knuckle PolyPAF Humbucker.

Features and functionality

  • The PolyPAF pickup excels when used in the neck position, providing a balanced, full tone that complements the Polymath bridge.

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  • The Polymath pickup in parallel delivers an exceptional tone, praised for its clarity and richness, although a full comparison with all positions wasn't conducted.

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Mods and upgrades

  • A combination setup with Polymath in parallel and PolyPAF in series can deliver diverse tonal options, enhancing the guitar's versatility.

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Use cases and applications

  • Wiring a guitar like a Big Apple Strat with PolyPAF and Polymath pickups offers varied tonal positions, suitable for players seeking versatility.

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Critic Reviews

Bare Knuckle PolyPaf Humbucker Set | Review - Guitar Interactive Magazine

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The Bare Knuckle PolyPAF Humbucker Set is a stellar blend of vintage charm and modern precision. With articulate highs, creamy mids, and balanced lows, these pickups excel in both classic rock and contemporary styles. The collaboration with Adam "Nolly" Getgood ensures a refined sound with extended glassy highs and solid low-end weight, making it a game-changer for both lead tones and heavy rhythm work. While the split-coil tone may not impress due to inherent low-output limitations, the full humbucker tones are remarkable, delivering clarity and character that shine through even under heavy effects. Despite a minor gripe with split-coil performance, the PolyPAFs stand out as an exceptional choice for versatile musicians.

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Bare Knuckle PolyPaf humbuckers review | Guitar World

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Bare Knuckle's PolyPAF Humbuckers take a bold step forward, revitalizing the classic P.A.F. pickup for modern players. With three-dimensional tones, rich harmonics, and unmatched clarity, these pickups offer expressive and responsive sound. The use of an unoriented Alnico V magnet and high-carbon steel slugs results in a warm, midrange-focused tone with soft compression. While the price may be steep, the PolyPAFs deliver the dynamic P.A.F. style many players have long sought. Perfect for those who appreciate both vintage nuance and contemporary consistency, this pickup is a worthy investment for serious tone enthusiasts.

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Adam Nolly Getgood

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According to Bare Knuckle's website, Adam Nolly Getgood uses the Bare Knuckle PolyPAF Humbucker pickups. These are his signature pickups, which he designed in collaboration with Bare Knuckle to cater to a wide range of players. They are also crafted to pair well with his other signature range of pickups, the Polymaths.

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