Montances Jazz Rock Humbucker Pickup | Alnico V | Full Set | High-Output Fluid Sustain
Montances Jazz Rock Humbucker Pickup
Powerful, fat tone with endless sustain. The Montances Jazz Rock Humbucker Set is engineered for the virtuoso who demands extra output, rich mids, and crushing sustain without sacrificing articulation. Built with overwound coils and Alnico V magnets, this set delivers a fat, harmonically complex tone with natural compression and a smooth attack.
Whether you are navigating complex fusion runs or driving hard rock riffs, these pickups remain thick and sustaining under gain while staying balanced and clear when played clean.
Designed and handcrafted in the Philippines.
Tone Profile & Character ▾
Overall Profile
Treble
7.5
Mid
8.0
Bass
7.5
Output
9.0
"High-Output Fusion: Fat tone, rich harmonics, and fluid sustain."
Position Breakdown
Neck (~8.9kΩ)
Fluid & Clear
Treble: 7.0
Mid: 7.0
Bass: 8.0
Output: 7.0
Bridge (~15.5kΩ)
Crushing Sustain
Treble: 8.0
Mid: 9.0
Bass: 7.0
Output: 9.0
Technical Specifications ▾
Key Features & Sonic Benefits
- Overwound for Extra Heat: Delivers enhanced midrange, tight bass, and a powerful presence, perfect for bold, expressive lead tones that sing with fluid sustain.
- U.S.-Grade Alnico V Magnets: Provides a strong attack, thick complex mids, and smooth decay, ideal for dynamic phrasing and legato techniques.
- Extended Sustain & Clarity: Our proprietary winding ensures that notes maintain articulation and definition, even under high gain or heavy compression.
Technical Specifications
| Magnet Type | Alnico V |
| D.C. Resistance | Neck: ~8.9kΩ / Bridge: ~15.5kΩ |
| Lead Wire | 5-Conductor Shielded |
| Pole Spacing | Neck: 50mm / Bridge: 50-52mm |
| Potting | Lightly Wax Potted |
| Origin | Handcrafted in the Philippines |
Installation & Setup Guide ▾
Wiring Legend
- Hot / Signal: White
- Ground: Black & Bare
- Series Link: Green & Red (Solder together and tape off for standard series operation)
Recommended Setup
- Potentiometers: 500kΩ
- Capacitor: 0.022μF
- Wiring Options: Supports Coil-Split, Series/Parallel, Phase Reversal
What's Inside & Ideal For ▾
What’s Inside?
- 1 x Montances Jazz Rock Humbucker (or Set)
- High-Quality Mounting Screws & Springs
Ideal For
Jazz Fusion, Progressive Rock, and Hard Rock players wanting fat, high-output tone with clear articulation and expressive dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions ▾
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Q: Are these good for high-gain rock or metal?
A: Absolutely. The 15.5kΩ bridge pickup delivers aggressive gain, tight lows, and harmonic sustain, making it perfect for rock, prog, and fusion. -
Q: How do they sound when coil-split?
A: Clear, punchy, and very usable. Because they are overwound, the split tones retain body and character, making them great for rhythm parts or clean sections. -
Q: Are they wax-potted?
A: Yes. They are lightly potted to eliminate microphonic feedback at high volumes while preserving harmonic depth and openness.
Montances Pickup Mastery
- Crafted for the Discerning Player: We use only the finest U.S.-grade materials. Montances pickups embody tone, precision, and artistry—crafted without compromise.
- Proprietary Winding Technique: Our signature process minimizes winding capacitance, resulting in extra tonal clarity and improved high-frequency response.
- Trusted by Masters: Leading Filipino guitarists and luthiers rely on Montances for exceptional tone and consistency.
- Where Science Meets Soul: Precision engineering combined with deep musical intuition brings our pickups to life.
- Your Experience, Elevated: We offer exceptional craftsmanship, personalized support, and perfection in every detail.
About Montances (Brand Story):
Montances Custom Pickups represent the pinnacle of Filipino lutherie, where boutique tone meets world-class craftsmanship. Trusted by professional players and master builders, every pickup is handcrafted with passion, precision, and artistry using the finest materials available. We build boutique tone designed to inspire your playing, offering the sonic depth and harmonic richness that separates the good from the great. Montances Custom Pickups: Your Last Upgrade.
Montances Custom Pickups represent the pinnacle of Filipino lutherie, where boutique tone meets world-class craftsmanship. Trusted by professional players and master builders, every pickup is handcrafted with passion, precision, and artistry using the finest materials available. We build boutique tone designed to inspire your playing, offering the sonic depth and harmonic richness that separates the good from the great. Montances Custom Pickups: Your Last Upgrade.