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***Demo Set Notice***
This demo set is mint....fully tested, lifetime warranty, ready to go.
Honestly, we could sell it as new. But that’s not who we are.
We’d rather see a hungry player get pro-level tone and win the gig.
If you’re here just to flip this on Reverb.com for a quick profit......don’t.
That move kills the spirit of the craft.
These pickups were built for players chasing greatness, not opportunists chasing a lazy profit.
Every time someone buys to flip, a real musician loses their shot at the tone that could change everything.
Don’t be that guy.
If you’re serious about your playing, grab it.
If you’re just chasing resale......walk away.
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What is Pro-Level PAF Tone?
Serious musicians already know this...
The best players are not chasing specs or trends. They choose what works. What records well, responds consistently, and delivers every time they pick up the guitar.
That is why the 57/61 Deluxe P.A.F. set has become the number one choice for players who rely on their tone professionally.
This is not about extreme output or coloration. It is about warmth, clarity and sustain. The way a note feels and responds, the way it sits in the mix, and holds together.
Play lightly and the tone stays open and articulate. Dig in and it responds with warmth, control, and natural compression. It's the tone serious players discover after trying everything else.
-Trusted by Grammy-winning composers
-Played by first-call session pros
-Built for players who demand more from their gear
You will commonly find these in the hands of players who rely on pro-level tone every day.
What Players Upgrade From
Through the ToneSpec Trade In Program, we consistently see the same pickups being traded for this set.
-Seymour Duncan
-Gibson Burstbuckers and 57 Classic
-Bare Knuckle
-Lollar Imperials
-Fralin Pure PAF
-Tom Holmes
These are all respected pickups with strong followings. For many players, they are part of the journey.
With experience, many players stop chasing variations and start looking for consistency. A set that works across styles and responds the same every time. That is usually when they end up here.
Your Playing Experience
You will feel it quickly...
-Notes stay clear and balanced across all positions
-The guitar responds consistently
-The tone sits naturally in the mix
That is what pro-level tone feels like...
Vintage PAF sets that deliver this level of balance and consistency are rare and expensive. The 57/61 Deluxe PAFs deliver that same feel, with modern reliability and refined control, without the five figure price tag.
Hear it Yourself
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PRO TESTIMONIALS
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I’m the luthier/owner of Stonetree Custom Guitars for over 20 years now. My goal is to craft a “brand new old guitar”. I have relied on a couple of the biggest boutique pickup makers for the most part, but your pickups are a game changer. I have built guitars for many pros including Eric ‘Roscoe’ Ambel & Joe Bonamassa."
57/61 Deluxe P.A.F. Specifications
DC Resistance - Vintage Standards
True vintage output P.A.F. range, typically in the mid 7 to mid 8 range, carefully calibrated for balance and consistency. The neck stays warm and clear without becoming muddy, while the bridge delivers presence and harmonic sustain without getting harsh. The result is a set that performs evenly across all positions.
Magnet Wire - Vintage Correct
Period correct Plain Enamel magnet wire, the same insulation used in late 50s and early 60s Gibson humbuckers. This wire contributes to open mids, smooth highs, and the natural compression associated with the best vintage P.A.F. examples.
Magnet Type - Proprietary Tone
ToneSpec proprietary Alnico magnets are a key part of what makes this set so reliable across styles. They combine the dynamic response and clarity players associate with Alnico 5 with the warmth, smooth response and compression of Alnico 2. The result is a balanced humbucker that stays articulate clean and remains warm and smooth while delivering sustain only previously available in your dreams.
Matched Sets - Made to Work Together
Each pickup is individually calibrated so the neck and bridge function as a true set. Output, magnet strength, and coil balance are tuned to deliver smooth transitions between positions and consistent response regardless of playing style.
Unpotted Tone without Feedback - Unmatched Feel
This is one of the main features that keeps our pro clients coming back. Our proprietary finishing technique delivers the alive feel of unpotted P.A.F.s while eliminating the unwanted feedback commonly found in older unpotted designs.
Every detail is chosen for one reason. How it responds when you play.
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Sound Demos
ROCK RECORDING SESSION - GIBSON LES PAUL
BLUES RECORDING SESSION - GIBSON LES PAUL
JAZZ RECORDING SESSION - COMINS SEMI-HOLLOW GUITAR
Add Tube Warmth to Digital Devices
Tone Specific Pickups will instantly add tube-like warmth and dynamics to digital amps and devices. Our pickups have found a home with many vintage & boutique amps but they also sound amazing through solid state amps, digital devices & directly into computer recording software. If you close your eyes, you might think you were hearing a vintage tube amp.
IMPROVE YOUR DIGITAL RECORDINGS & PERFORMANCES
Stage Worthy
GIBSON ES-335 - ON STAGE
GIBSON LES PAUL - ON STAGE
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JOE COCKERS GUITARIST PLAYING AN ES-175 STYLE GUITAR
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