Montances KAG OVERWOUND Bridge Pickup - Jam Bumanlag Signature
Montances KAG OVERWOUND Bridge Pickup - Jam Bumanlag Signature
Fat, Aggressive, and Cutting—But Never Muddy.
Note: Each unit is made to order. Please allow a 2-week lead time for craftsmanship.
The Montances KAG OVERWOUND is not your typical high-output pickup—this is a result of a demanding collaboration between artist and builder. Designed with Filipino guitarist Jam Bumanlag, the KAG was born from countless prototypes and months of refinement to capture the bold, cutting tone that defines Jam’s sound.
We set out to build the fattest, loudest, and most rugged bridge pickup—perfect for modern players chasing the aggressive tones heard on stages worldwide. But we didn’t just chase output; we pursued balance, clarity, and dynamic response. The result is a humbucker that barks and sings, with enough edge to cut through any mix and enough nuance to respond to your playing.
Hand-wound with precision and built using premium components—including a German Silver 12-hole Chrome-plated cover, striking gold hex screws, an Alnico 8 bar magnet, and double hex screw bobbins—the KAG OVERWOUND delivers stunning tone and unmistakable presence. Whether you're dialing in brutal rhythms or soaring leads, this is the bridge pickup for players who want their guitar to fight back.
Designed and handcrafted in the Philippines, each unit embodies precision, performance, and boutique craftsmanship.
Hear It in Action:
Key Features & Tonal Benefits
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Artist-Designed, Stage-Tested: Developed in direct collaboration with Jam Bumanlag, fine-tuned through multiple prototypes to achieve his signature “KAG” tone—fat, aggressive, and cutting, but never muddy.
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Aggressive High-Output Performance: A 16.8k DCR winding paired with a powerful Alnico 8 magnet delivers tight lows, aggressive mids, and clear highs, perfect for modern rock, metal, and lead work.
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Boutique Construction & Visuals: Features double hex screw bobbins, gold hex screws, and a premium German Silver 12-hole chrome cover, providing enhanced magnetic control and a commanding visual presence.
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Ultimate Wiring Flexibility: A 5-conductor lead wire comes standard, allowing for coil splitting, series/parallel options, phase mods, and more—perfect for players who love to experiment.
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Hand-Wound Artisan Tone: Crafted in small batches by Mong Montances, each unit is hand-wound to exacting specs, ensuring consistent, tone-rich performance.
Technical Specifications
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Configuration: Bridge Humbucker
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Magnet Type: Alnico 8 Bar
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DC Resistance: ~16.8kΩ
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Bobbin Style: Double black screw bobbins
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Screw Material: Gold hex screws
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Cover: German Silver 12-hole chrome cover
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Wiring Type: 5-Conductor
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Origin: Handcrafted in the Philippines
Wiring & Setup
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Wiring Color Code (5-Conductor):
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White: Hot
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Black & Bare: Ground
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Green & Red: Coil-Split Pair (connect together for standard humbucking)
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Recommended Setup:
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Pots: 500kΩ
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Tone Capacitor: 0.022μF
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Supports: Coil-Split, Series/Parallel, Phase Reversal
Options Available
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Pole Spacing: 50mm or 52mm
Ideal For
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Players seeking modern high-output tones with dynamic clarity
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Rock, Hard Rock, Metal, and Progressive players
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Artists upgrading dull or muddy stock pickups
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Modders wanting coil-splitting flexibility with boutique tone
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Musicians who want a pickup with artist-approved pedigree
Package Includes
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1x Montances KAG OVERWOUND Bridge Pickup (Jam Bumanlag Signature)
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Mounting screws and rubber tubes
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Humbucker wiring color code and diagram
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Signed Certificate of Authenticity
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Thank You Cards from Jam Bumanlag and Mong Montances
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KAG stickers
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is this the exact pickup Jam Bumanlag uses?
A: Yes! This is the production version of the pickup Jam helped develop, voiced to match his personal stage and studio tone.
Q: Can I use this pickup with coil splitting?
A: Absolutely. The KAG comes standard with 5-conductor wiring, making it ready for coil splitting and other advanced wiring mods.
Q: Will this fit my guitar?
A: It fits any standard humbucker cavity—perfect for Les Paul, SG, Super Strat, PRS-style guitars, and custom builds.
Q: Is it wax potted?
A: Yes. Each KAG pickup is fully wax potted to control microphonics while preserving harmonic complexity, even at high gain.
Q: Can I order it as a set with a neck pickup?
A: Currently, the KAG OVERWOUND is offered as a bridge pickup only. A custom-matched neck pickup is possible upon special request; please message us.
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
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7-Day Replacement: For any factory defects.
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30-Day Satisfaction Exchange: Not the right tone? Swap it for another model.
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2-Year Limited Warranty: Covers repair and performance under normal use.
Montances Pickup Mastery
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Crafted for the Discerning Player: We use only the finest U.S.-grade materials. Montances pickups embody tone, precision, and artistry—crafted without compromise.
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Proprietary Winding Technique: Our signature process minimizes winding capacitance, resulting in extra tonal clarity and improved high-frequency response.
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Trusted by Masters: Leading Filipino guitarists and luthiers rely on Montances for exceptional tone and consistency.
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Where Science Meets Soul: Precision engineering combined with deep musical intuition brings our pickups to life.
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Your Experience, Elevated: We offer exceptional craftsmanship, personalized support, and perfection in every detail.