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Description

The JBE Pickups Joe Barden Two/Tone is a standout choice for guitarists seeking versatility without compromising on tone quality. This pickup is designed for those who crave the best of both worlds, delivering the classic sound of a single-coil and the robust output of a humbucker with seamless tonal transitions. Perfect for a variety of music styles, the Joe Barden Two/Tone pickup utilizes a unique design that eliminates hum and noise, ensuring a clear and powerful sound.

Guitarists will appreciate the meticulous craftsmanship that JBE Pickups is known for, offering a reliable solution for studio sessions and live performances alike. The pickup’s innovative construction guarantees a consistent performance that is both dynamic and responsive to your playing style. Whether you are strumming a delicate ballad or shredding through a rock anthem, the Joe Barden Two/Tone adjusts effortlessly to your musical demands.

Key Features:

  • Combines both single-coil and humbucker sounds
  • Seamless switching between tones
  • Noise-free performance
  • Dynamic response to varying playing styles
  • High-quality construction for reliability
  • Suitable for a variety of music genres
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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 JBE Pickups Joe Barden Two/Tone.

Comparisons

  • The JBE pickups offer more brightness and presence compared to Fender’s N3 and N4 pickups, addressing the common critique of Fender's Noiseless options lacking these qualities.

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  • Compared to Kinman pickups, JBEs are quicker to receive and slightly less expensive, although tonal differences are minimal according to some owners.

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  • The Joe Barden Two Tone is frequently recommended for its superior split tones compared to standard humbuckers like the Seymour Duncan '59 and JB combo.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Adjusting the height of JBE pickups is crucial for achieving balanced output, as they can be temperamental if not precisely set.

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Mods and upgrades

  • A switch from a Warmoth alpine white body to an MJT “VTM” Offset Tele body is noted for enhancing ergonomics while maintaining Telecaster characteristics.

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  • Installing a Seymour Duncan Triple Shot wiring harness with P-Rails allows for extensive tonal flexibility, enabling quadruple switching options on humbuckers.

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User experience

  • Users with multiple T-style guitars find the JBE pickups consistently outperform other models, indicating reliability across various setups.

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  • Owners report that Seymour Duncan's '59 Custom Hybrid offers great split tones when using the "custom" coil for single-coil sounds, enhancing versatility.

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Use cases and applications

  • The JBE pickups are praised for being noiseless and suitable for players seeking classic Tele tones without the hum, ideal for studio settings.

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  • The JBE Two Tones are highly recommended for players seeking versatile pickups that excel in various musical styles, particularly for achieving high-quality split coil sounds.

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Features and functionality

  • The PRS 509 and 513 models are praised for their coil-split capabilities that closely mimic true single-coil tones, achieved through specialized pickups and circuits.

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See how Jeff Hanneman uses JBE Pickups Joe Barden Two/Tone

Jeff Hanneman

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Articel in german. In a section about Jeffs first Les Paul it says: "More relevant for hsi sound and his playing were the Kahler Pro vibrato system, that he put into the guitar hand the new Joe Barden Two/Tone bridge pickup, which gave him the desired oomph.

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