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No '57 / '57+ in current Gibson lineup

Kutt

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Interesting that it looks like the '57 Classic and '57 Classic+ pickups are no where to be found in the current Gibson lineup. Burstbuckers all over the place. I know they are trying to spin things as more back to their roots, but not even the "Modern" collection has them.
 

LtKojak

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Interesting that it looks like the '57 Classic and '57 Classic+ pickups are no where to be found in the current Gibson lineup
Well, when something positive's finally coming out from Gibson, it's received with stupor and fear by the brainwashed-mass of fanbois.

As your beloved president would say: sad! :##
 

Dreman

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I guess because 57s aren't really 'modern' or 'classic'. I guess they were made to compete with the A2Ps which came to prominence in the late 80s, and the tide has turned for that era. 490s maintain a more futuristic character and BBs (1/2) do a competent job for blues & classic rock emulation.
 

c_wester

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Yup. I have an SG with Burstbuckers and two Traditionals with 57/57+. They are very different.

Well I have swapped alot of pickups and the sound follows the wood mostly.
There is a bigger chance you are hearing the wood than the microphone also known as a pickup, especially as they are soundwise in the same category.
 

El Gringo

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I just seen them listed in Gibson's new website in stock and available thru there online store
 
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