Unleash the full potential of your guitar with the DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™, a pickup designed to bridge the gap between power and precision. Crafted to replace Joe Satriani’s Fred pickup, the Mo' Joe™ offers a higher output without compromising on clarity or dynamics. Whether you're dialing in rich chords or soaring leads, this pickup ensures your sound is both bold and well-defined.

The Mo' Joe™ boasts a unique ability to maintain string separation, a feature that guitarist Joe Satriani specifically requested. This means whether you're shredding solos or strumming complex chords, each note will ring out with pristine clarity, avoiding the dreaded muddiness that can plague other high-output pickups. With an Alnico 5 magnet at its core, the Mo' Joe™ delivers a balanced tonal profile, making it equally adept for both rhythm and lead playing.

Ideal for the bridge position and matched perfectly with a PAF Joe at the neck, the Mo' Joe™ is the upgrade your guitar has been waiting for. Experience the difference in tone that only a DiMarzio pickup can provide, trusted by guitar legends for decades.

Key Features:

• Humbucker design with Alnico 5 magnet
• Output: 320
• DC Resistance: 9.76
• 4-conductor wiring for versatile configurations
• Excellent string separation for clearer sound
• Designed for the bridge position
• Year of Introduction: 2006
• Patent#: 4501185

Product specs

FAQs

What type of music is the DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ pickup best suited for?

The DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ is designed for rock and metal genres, offering a powerful yet articulate sound that excels in delivering clear high-gain tones with enhanced harmonics.

How does the DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ compare to other DiMarzio bridge pickups?

The Mo' Joe™ provides a balanced output with a focus on clarity and punch, making it less aggressive than the Super Distortion® but more defined than the PAF® series, ideal for players seeking articulation in high-gain settings.

Can the DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ be used with a 6-string guitar?

Yes, the DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ is specifically designed for 6-string electric guitars, ensuring optimal performance and tonal response.

What type of magnet does the DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ use?

The DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ utilizes an Alnico V magnet, known for its strong magnetic field, which contributes to the pickup's powerful and dynamic sound.

Is the DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ pickup easy to install?

The DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ features a 4-conductor wiring setup, allowing for versatile wiring options such as coil splitting, but it requires soldering for installation.

Does the DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ come with a cover?

No, the DiMarzio DP216 Mo' Joe™ is an uncovered humbucker, which can contribute to a slightly brighter tone and a raw aesthetic.