Montances Vintage Humbucker Pickups

Montances Vintage Humbucker Pickups

Modern Power with a Vintage Soul.

The Montances Vintage Humbucker Pickups are designed for players who love the grit, warmth, and richness of vintage tones but demand a hotter, more expressive edge. Built with overwound coils and Alnico IV magnets, these pickups deliver smooth highs, rich lows, and a musical midrange bite that cuts through any mix.

This set perfectly blends vintage character with modern dynamics, offering a fat, compressed tone under gain that cleans up beautifully. The Alnico IV magnets provide a smoother, warmer response than Alnico V, offering balanced output and rich harmonic overtones.

Designed and handcrafted in the Philippines.

Key Features & Benefits

• Alnico IV Magnets: – Delivers a uniquely vintage warmth that is smoother and more balanced than Alnico V, offering rich harmonic overtones and a musical feel.

• Overwound Coils: – Provides a thicker, fatter tone with enhanced sustain and a pronounced midrange punch that commands attention in a mix.

• Modern & Vintage Hybrid: – This set is the perfect bridge, offering vintage character with modern power, clarity, and touch sensitivity.

• Coil-Split Versatility: – 5-conductor wiring comes standard, allowing for coil-split, series, and parallel modes for maximum tonal flexibility.

Technical Specifications

• Configuration: Humbucker (Set or Individual)

• Magnets: Alnico IV

• Wiring: 5-Conductor Shielded

• Pole Piece Spacing: Neck 50mm, Bridge 50-52mm

• DC Resistance: Neck 8.9kΩ, Bridge 15.5kΩ (approx.)

• Style / Cover: Open-Coil (Metal Cover Optional)

• Handcrafted: In the Philippines

Options Available:

• Position: Neck | Bridge | Full Set

Wiring & Setup Guide

• Wiring Color Code (5-Conductor):

• White: Hot

• Black & Bare: Ground

• Green & Red: Coil-Split Pair (connect together for standard humbucking)

• Recommended Setup:

• Pots: 500kΩ

• Tone Capacitor: 0.022μF

• Supports: Coil-Split, Series/Parallel, Phase Reversal

Ideal For

• Classic Rock, Worship, Blues, and Alt-Rock

• Players seeking vintage warmth with modern punch

• Guitarists upgrading dark-toned guitars for added clarity

• Musicians needing a versatile, expressive humbucker set

Package Includes

• 1x Montances Vintage Humbucker Pickup(s) (as ordered)

• High-quality mounting screws and springs

• Wiring diagram link: montancesguitarwiring.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Are these vintage or modern pickups?

A: They are the perfect hybrid: modern, overwound pickups voiced with vintage tonal character for the ideal blend of warmth and power.

Q: Are these wax-potted?

A: Yes, they are fully wax-potted to prevent microphonic feedback, even at high gain.

Q: Can I use push-pull pots for coil splitting?

A: Absolutely. The 5-conductor wiring is designed to support coil-split, series, and parallel switching configurations.

Q: Can I get metal covers?

A: Yes, optional metal covers and custom bobbin colors are available upon request.

Montances Custom Pickups — Where Boutique Tone Meets Filipino Craftsmanship

Trusted by professional players, builders, and tone chasers, every pickup is handcrafted with passion, precision, and artistry. We build boutique tone designed to inspire your playing.

Warranty & Support

• 7-Day Replacement: For any factory defects.

• 30-Day Satisfaction Exchange: Not the right tone? Swap it for another model.

• 2-Year Limited Warranty: Covers repair and performance under normal use.

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.