ThrōBak SLE-101

$739.00 Price Tier: High-end

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The ThroBak SLE-101 is a meticulously crafted guitar pickup designed to replicate the classic PAF tone that defined an era of rock and roll. This pickup is perfect for musicians who appreciate vintage sound with modern reliability. With its hand-wound bobbins and custom Alnico magnets, the SLE-101 provides warm, rich tones with a clear high-end and a punchy low-end. Its construction adheres to the original specifications of the late '50s, offering guitarists an authentic sound experience.

This pickup features a unique mix of materials and techniques that ensure superior performance and durability. The ThroBak SLE-101 caters to guitarists seeking to enhance their instrument's voice with a classic, yet versatile sound. Ideal for both studio recording and live performances, it captures the essence of vintage tone while integrating seamlessly into modern setups.

Key Features:

Hand-wound bobbins for authentic vintage tone
Custom Alnico magnets inspired by classic PAF specifications
Coil wire sourced to replicate original '50s material
Meticulously crafted for clear high-end and punchy low-end
Enhanced performance for studio and live settings
Perfect balance of warmth and clarity

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The SLE-101 Plus MXV uses unoriented A5 magnets for a mid-dominant power and bite, unlike the standard SLE-101 which has less output and fewer winds.
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The SLE-101 Plus MXV’s unoriented A5 magnets offer the crunch of A2 with A5’s mid projection, making it distinct from the SLE-101 Limited's configuration.
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With its vintage spec. plain enamel magnet wire and Michigan hard maple wood spacer, the SLE-101 Plus MXV is highly regarded for vintage P.A.F. humbucker accuracy.
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Eddie Martinez

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Installed in Martinez's custom Koll Guitar Flying V, as mentioned on Martinez's ThroBak artist page.

Q: What guitars do you currently use?

A. I use guitars built by John Suhr, Bill Chapin, Saul Koll, Chad Underwood and Jack Briggs. They are all outstanding builders. I also have Fender and Gibson guitars I use as well. With these custom builders, some are Strat type guitars and some are neck set Gibson type. I also have a Gibson Historic Makeover Burst and a ’68 Gibson 335.

(...) Q: What ThroBak pickups are you currently using?

EM: I use the ThroBak MC-102B set in my Historic Makeover Les Paul and a ThroBak SLE-101 set in a Flying V that Saul Koll built for me. They are great, the ThroBak MC-102B are voiced perfectly for the Historic makeover. Its made a huge difference in the sound of the guitar. It’s a cannon. The ThroBak SLE-101 in the Koll Flying V sounds just the way I heard it in my head. It pairs up so well with the Korina and rings like a V should. It screams.