Humbucker · Ceramic magnet

496R

A high-output ceramic neck humbucker voiced for aggressive, modern high-gain styles.

Specifications

Pickup Type
Humbucker
Magnet
Ceramic
Typical Position
Neck
Relative Output
High
DC Resistance
~7.7kΩ
Production Years
1990s–Present

Tone Characteristics

A hot ceramic neck humbucker with a strong, modern voice, tight low end and aggressive output for high-gain playing.

Best Applications

Hard rock, metal-adjacent, high-gain lead.

Common Gibson Models

Les Paul Classic, SG Classic