Gibson Creates "Pro" Version of BurstBucker Pickup
 June 3, 2003
Gibson's Strings and Original Equipment division has introduced the BurstBucker Pro pickup , offering all guitarists an enhanced vintage humbucker sound that until now was available only on Gibson's Les Paul Standard .
The Pro version has the harmonic complexity of the BurstBucker pickup's "unmatched" bobbin windings, but with the extra kick of an Alnico 5 magnet instead of the Alnico II of the originals. Formerly known as the BurstBucker V, the Pro was developed in 2002 exclusively for the Les Paul Standard to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Gibson's most famous model.
Some of the original "Patent-Applied-For" humbuckers, which were invented by Gibson engineer Seth Lover and introduced on Gibson guitars in 1957, had "unmatched" windings on the two coils. As Lover explained, the bobbins were not wound to exactly 5000 turns, rather they were wound "until they were full." Gibson's 57 Classic humbuckers replicated the original materials and design, which called for an equal number of windings on each coil. With an Alnico II magnet - often referred to as "the singing magnet" - the 57 Classic produces the classic creamy humbucking sound. In 2000 Gibson introduced the BurstBucker series, replicating three of the unmatched coil configurations found on original pickups. Available in three output variations, the BurstBucker put an extra "edge" on the classic tone.
The BurstBucker Pro takes the concept a step forward, not only with the Alnico 5 magnet but also with a wax-potted coil that can better withstand loud volume pressures without annoying feedback.
BurstBucker Pro humbuckers are offered in a calibrated pair: the neck position (IM59A) and the bridge position (IM59B). Output of these pickups is similar to the standard BurstBucker #1 and #2 model.
Each BurstBucker Pro is available with German Nickel Silver or 24ct Gold Plated cover. Like all Gibson Pickups, the BurstBucker Pro comes with a 60 Day Exchange policy and a Limited Lifetime Warranty.
For more information, visit their web site at www.gibson.com. | 
