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Description

The PRS 58/15 Pickups are a seamless fusion of vintage charm and modern precision, crafted for the discerning guitarist who seeks clarity and warmth in every note. Drawing inspiration from the revered humbucker designs of the late '50s, these pickups deliver an enhanced sonic experience with a meticulously balanced high/low fidelity and a focused midrange. The magic lies in their construction featuring PRS's innovative TCI (Tuned Capacitance and Inductance) technology that meticulously sculpts the pickup's response, offering unmatched note articulation. Whether you're chasing the crystalline tones of vintage single-coils or the robust warmth of classic humbuckers, the 58/15 pickups provide a dynamic range that will complement any style, from clean, acoustic-like melodies to powerful, defined distorted riffs. With their lower output and Alnico II magnets, these pickups are not just a piece of equipment but an integral part of your guitar's voice, ready to transform your sound into a timeless masterpiece.

Key Features:

  • Set includes one 58/15 bridge pickup and one 58/15 neck pickup
  • Vintage-inspired humbucker tone with enhanced clarity and articulation
  • Designed to blend the best of single-coil and humbucker characteristics
  • Produces a clear and open tone with balanced lows and highs, and a focused midrange
  • 4-conductor wire design for versatile coil tap options
  • Lower output with Alnico II magnets for a vintage-style tone

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about PRS 58/15 Pickups.

Use cases and applications

  • "The SE McCarty 594 Singlecut, featuring the 58/15 LT 'S' pickups, is described as handling both humbucking and single-coil tones well, suitable for versatile playing styles."

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  • Mojotone Tomahawk Gen 2 pickups are recognized for their articulate growl and chugging sound, offering a crunch with volume adjustments and enhanced depth with a distortion pedal.

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  • For achieving more growl, users suggest utilizing gain stages and EQ adjustments, noting that low gain articulate pickups combined with boost pedals can enhance tonal detail.

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  • While some find the 58/15s lackluster alone, they reportedly blend well in mixes, adding clarity without overwhelming the sound.

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Comparisons

  • The 58/15 LTs are noted as bright and detailed, with a single-coil-like note attack, contrasting with the brass-like attack of vintage PAFs.

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  • Bare Knuckle Riff Raffs, described as hotter PAFs, have been used to replace stock 58/15 pickups, favored for their growl and articulation.

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  • "The 58/15 S pickups are reported as the flattest sounding option but still maintain a good sound quality, especially when compared to higher-end PRS models."

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  • The 58/15 LT version is favored for high-gain settings due to its ability to enhance quality over noise, unlike some higher output pickups.

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  • Users note the 58/15 pickups are less sweet than 57/08s and not as full as 59/09s, offering a unique tonal balance within the PRS lineup.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Seymour Duncan WHLs are mentioned as a replacement option for users dissatisfied with 58/15 LT tones in SE models.

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  • Owners recommend rotating the bridge pickup 180 degrees and adjusting screw poles to mimic a P90 style tone, enhancing mid-focus while maintaining humbucking properties.

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  • "Replacing 58/15 pickups with Seymour Duncan's Custom and Jazz pickups is recommended for improved tone, particularly in PRS models with piezo systems."

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  • For more aggressive styles, users have replaced 58/15s with Seymour Duncan's Custom and Jazz pickups to achieve better tonal satisfaction.

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Features and functionality

  • PRS \m/ pickups are suggested for those seeking a more aggressive tone, though they differ in growl compared to 58/15s.

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  • The 58/15 pickups are low to mid output, modeled after 1958 PAFs, providing a jazz-friendly tone with notable sustain and touch sensitivity.

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  • "58/15 LT pickups are noted for their single-coil-like character, adding chime and touch sensitivity, making them suitable for blues and vintage rock."

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User experience

  • "Some users find the 58/15 LT pickups excel in delivering a '3-D like' note quality at low gain but struggle with chord definition at higher gain levels."

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  • Owners report increased string sensitivity with 58/15s, compared to models like the SE Custom 24, affecting playability and response.

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See how Fredrik Åkesson uses PRS 58/15 Pickups

Fredrik Åkesson

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Opeth

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at 5:43, he talks about using these pickups

See how Kevin Skaff uses PRS 58/15 Pickups

Kevin Skaff

Guitarist

A Day to Remember

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Kevin Skaff uses PRS guitars. He switched to PRS guitars after the PRS team contacted ADTR management. they contacted ADTR to have someone try the guitars, and Kevin was happy to try them. In all of his PRS guitars except his baritone, he has a pare of PRS 58/15 Pickups. These pickups are more of a modern style paf pickup.

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