Montances Mustang Pickup Set | Alnico V | Calibrated Pair | Vintage Chime & Punch
Montances Mustang Pickup Set
Authentic Mustang spirit, handcrafted for clarity, chime, and punch. Bring your short-scale offset to life with a pickup set that breathes with the unmistakable mid-60s mojo you crave. Hand-wound in the Philippines using U.S.-grade Alnico V magnets and vintage-correct fiber flatwork, the Montances Mustang Set utilizes our proprietary low-capacitance winding to reveal a bell-like top end often lost in modern reissues.
The neck position sings with crystalline brightness, while the punchy bridge delivers the bold, percussive snap essential for Surf, Indie, and Garage Rock, offering a dynamic range that responds instantly to your touch.
Designed and handcrafted in the Philippines.
Tone Profile & Character ▾
Overall Profile
"Classic Offset Jangle: Bright, percussive snap with tight lows."
Position Breakdown
Crystalline Brightness
Percussive Snap
Technical Specifications ▾
Key Features & Sonic Benefits
- Proprietary Winding Technique: Minimizes winding capacitance to unlock a three-dimensional soundstage, ensuring crisp, bell-like highs and an open, airy response.
- U.S.-Grade Alnico V Magnets: Provides a balanced, high-fidelity output with tight lows and sparkling highs, delivering the strong magnetic sensitivity required for dynamic picking.
- Vintage-Correct Construction: Built with traditional black fiberboard flatwork and cloth push-back wiring, ensuring structural integrity and authentic vintage aesthetics.
Technical Specifications
| Magnet Type | Alnico V |
| D.C. Resistance | Neck: ~6.2kΩ / Bridge: ~6.9kΩ |
| Lead Wire | Vintage Cloth Push-back |
| Pole Spacing | Standard Mustang Spacing |
| Flatwork | Black Fiberboard |
| Potting | Lightly Wax Potted |
| Origin | Handcrafted in the Philippines |
Installation & Setup Guide ▾
Wiring Legend
- Hot / Signal: White
- Ground: Black
Recommended Setup
- Potentiometers: 250kΩ
- Capacitor: 0.047μF
- Wiring Options: Supports Mustang-style Phase Switching
What's Inside & Ideal For ▾
What’s Inside?
- 1 x Montances Mustang Pickup Set (or individual pickup)
- High-Quality Mounting Screws & Tubing
Ideal For
Indie, Surf Rock, and Garage purists seeking the authentic, percussive snap and chime of a mid-60s offset instrument.
Frequently Asked Questions ▾
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Q: Will these fit my Fender® or Squier® Mustang?
A: Yes. These are built to standard Mustang dimensions and serve as a direct drop-in replacement for most vintage and modern offset guitars without modification. -
Q: How would you describe the tonal profile?
A: Expect bright, clear highs with tight lows and slightly scooped mids—the definitive voice for clean, ambient riffs or gritty, lo-fi drive. -
Q: Are these wax-potted?
A: Yes, they are lightly wax-potted by default to reduce microphonic feedback while preserving the open, dynamic "air" of the vintage design.
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.
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.