490R / 498T Set (Double Black, Chrome Covers, 4-Conductor ... - Gibson
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Gibson 490R/T vs 498T Pickups: What are the Differences?
WEBIn this article I’ll compare these two Gibson pickups with particular emphasis on the bridge pickup variants, the 498T and 490T, to help you figure out which is the best option for you.
Gibson Burstbucker vs 490R/498T Pickups - Pro Sound HQ
WEBGibson make a great range of top quality pickups designed to work with Les Paul’s, SG’s, Explorer’s and Flying V’s. Very popular options include the Burstbuckers, 490R/T and 498T, but what are the differences between them?
Alright, Who's Still Happy With The 490r/498t In Their Gibson?
WEBApr 27, 2019 · The factory 490R/498T pickups didn't always have a coil splitter wire (they had the metal mesh shielding as well) but the same Gibson aftermarket 490R/498T pickups did, and had an inner metal foil/plastic outter sleeve instead of the metal mesh.
490R / 498T appreciation thread - My Les Paul Forum
WEBJul 7, 2015 · I have the 498T/490R pickups in my '98 Standard, love 'em. The 498 has a nice upper-mid snarl that's great for AC/DC & Zep and the bottom end stays nice & tight even with a lot if OD. The 490 is my favorite neck pickup, period.
Opinions: Gibson 490R and 498T Pickups - The Gear Page
WEBDec 14, 2007 · The Gibson 490R (Alnico II) and 498T (Alnico V) Humbucker Set are my favorite pickup's. There are so many options that there is something for everybody. I play classic hard rock and early heavy metal and these work great for that tone.
Gibson 490R/498T 2005 - Chrome - Reverb
WEBAdd to Cart. Gibson 490R / 498T Late 90s - Nickel. Used – Good. $160. $160. Free Shipping. Add to Cart. Gibson 490T/490R Quick Connect set 2022 - Chrome. Used – Mint.
Ultimate Guide to Gibson Pickups | GC Riffs - Guitar Center
WEBJul 22, 2024 · These 490 pickups can be found on the SG Standard, SG Tribute, Custom Shop SG Custom 2-Pickup and the Explorer Custom, which employs a 490R in the neck position. 498T Humbucker Hard rock and metal players will …
Gibson 490r/490t set comparisons? - Seymour Duncan User …
WEBJun 19, 2014 · I like 490R's better with an A5 (they come with an A2); it opens up the high end and gives more clarity. 498T's are a bit bright and thin for me, so I put in either an UOA5 (for a more vintage texture sound) or an A8 for a fuller, muscular sound.
490T versus 498T - Epiphone Electrics - Gibson Brands Forums
WEBJan 28, 2008 · The 490T is a treble-spaced 490R and is mostly used in something like the ES-335 where an ultra-hot pickup is not usually desired. They also use it in the SG Special sin a deliberate attempt to keep them from competing with the SG Standard (which has the 498T), and the 490T sux on an SG.
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