Introducing the DiMarzio DP103/DP223 36th Anniversary PAF, a humbucker that transports you back in time with its vintage tonal quality. This pickup is meticulously designed to replicate the magnetic field of a 1959 Les Paul's humbuckers, allowing your strings to vibrate longer while producing a crystal-clear, single-coil-like definition.

The DiMarzio 36th Anniversary PAF boasts a level of responsiveness that musicians crave, easily transitioning from clean to dirty tones with a subtle change in your pick attack. Its 42-gauge custom-coated wire places the pickup's frequency response right in the sweet spot, resulting in a tone that's sweet, warm, and clear. This pickup is dipped in DiMarzio's custom formula to eliminate squeal and microphonics, providing a smooth, noise-free performance.

Whether you position it in the neck or bridge, this pickup performs equally well, delivering a bright single-coil mode without sounding sterile. Experience the dynamic vintage-voiced performance of the DiMarzio PAF 36th Anniversary bridge pickup, a true homage to the legendary humbuckers of the past.

Key Features:

• Precise articulation mixed with impressive output for sweet tone, warmth, and clarity
• Responsive enough to go from clean to dirty by pick attack alone
• Weaker magnetic field allows strings to vibrate longer and yields single-coil-like definition
• 42-gauge custom-coated wire for optimal frequency response
• Dipped in DiMarzio's custom formula to eliminate squeal and microphonics
• Performs equally well in the neck or bridge position
• Bright single-coil mode without sounding sterile
• Wiring: 4 conductor
• Magnet: Alnico 5
• Output mV: 285
• DC resistance: 8.60 Kohm

Product specs

FAQs

What type of tone can I expect from the DiMarzio DP223 36th Anniversary PAF Bridge Humbucker?

The DiMarzio DP223 is designed to replicate the warm, vintage tone of a classic PAF humbucker, offering a balanced sound with clear highs, warm mids, and a tight low end, making it versatile for various music genres.

Is the DiMarzio DP223 36th Anniversary Bridge Humbucker suitable for all types of electric guitars?

This humbucker is designed for 6-string electric guitars and fits most standard humbucker routes, making it compatible with a wide range of guitar models.

How does the Alnico V magnet in the DiMarzio DP223 affect its sound?

The Alnico V magnet provides a dynamic and responsive tone with strong midrange presence and enhanced clarity, which is ideal for achieving the classic PAF sound.

Can the DiMarzio DP223 36th Anniversary Bridge Humbucker be coil-split?

Yes, the DiMarzio DP223 features a 4-wire plus ground design, allowing it to be coil-split for additional tonal versatility, providing both humbucking and single-coil sounds.

What is the DC resistance of the DiMarzio DP223 36th Anniversary Bridge Humbucker?

The DC resistance of the DiMarzio DP223 is 8.6K, which contributes to its vintage PAF-style output and tone.