Anyone like the DiMarzio Super 3 pickup?

[Metaled1020]

I`m converting my MIA HSS Fender Strat into a one humbucker,one push/pull volume knob ultimate axe and i`ve choose the DiMarzio Super 3 for the job. Just wondering if anyone likes,uses or just has any general thoughts about this pickup?

[jcm800x]

I have it in several guitars, one of my favs. A little dark for some but I think it's eq'ed just right for a strat. Tight bottom and low mid growl with just enough top end IMO.

[kennslp]

I'm a big fan of the super 3. Had one in a HM Strat for many years, and more recently in several mutts, various Jacksons, and of course my pc-1 (they come with a super 3 stock). It's a very mid-focused pick-up, IMHO. Kinda chunky and rhythmic, if that makes any sense. The highs are sweet and creamy, with not too much "bite" on the top end. Of course, a lot depends on the type of wood the guitar is made of, but I have had good results across the board.

-Kenn

[DonP]

I have a Super3 that I want to use in the HM strat I'm restoring, but it's been drilled for a direct mount so I'm a little F'd there.

For the time being I stuck in a warpig, and was surprised to find that it sounds pretty good.

[Metaled1020]

Thanks guys,sounds like a winner! I was first thinking bout going with the Super Distortion but since its going in a Strat,i thought it might be a little too bright so i went with the Super 3.
I`m actually waiting for the Super 3 and the pickguard to arrive then i`ll take it to my tech for installation. Can`t wait to hear the final results.

[Rich#6]

I had it in a guitar and hated it. I went with the regular super distortion.

[Metaled1020]

I had it in a guitar and hated it. I went with the regular super distortion.

Don`t be a killjoy!

[Rich#6]

Don`t be a killjoy!

Not a kill joy, just devils' advocate.

[Carbuff]

I have one in my HM strat and I love the way it sounds. And DonP, Ive seen where people have fixed that problem by crazy gluing (epoxy, whatever) little nuts under the ears of the pickup. The glue just needs to keep them from spinning, the tension of the spring keeps them in place. Ive seen people use solder also, but the glue might be easier.

[Metaled1020]

Not a kill joy, just devils' advocate.

Sorry it didn`t work out for ya.

[Bengal65]

I have one in several guitars that I have built. I really like it. Also, the Jackson PC1's come standard with the Super 3.

[ToneZone]

I've ordered a Custom Shop with a super 3 in the bridge position. I like it.

[DonP]

And DonP, Ive seen where people have fixed that problem by crazy gluing (epoxy, whatever) little nuts under the ears of the pickup. The glue just needs to keep them from spinning, the tension of the spring keeps them in place. Ive seen people use solder also, but the glue might be easier.

Yeah, I have a Custom Custom that had been soldered. I bought it this way.

But where to find the nuts?

[Carbuff]

I have a whole plastic parts bin with drawers full of tiny screws and nuts. My dad took apart old radios and such for over 50 years and I inherited all of his parts bins. I will have a look and see what I can dig up.

[DonP]

I have a whole plastic parts bin with drawers full of tiny screws and nuts. My dad took apart old radios and such for over 50 years and I inherited all of his parts bins. I will have a look and see what I can dig up.

That would be awesome.

I think they used brass nuts on my Custom Custom. I can solder them on no problem.