Custom 8 paradise!

[supercoupe]

yep, tonight I had to do more tweaking on my amp, but the Custom 8 is sounding great!
Though, I do still have my bass knob all the way up, was hoping the ceramic-to-A8 would change that some. Not that it doesn't sound great but I like having my tone knobs as close to 12 o'clock as possible, so I have plenty of wriggle room.

[BloodRose]

seems odd.. ALL of my C8 loaded axes have lows aplenty! Matter of fact, my Washburn Steve Salas has a HUGE bottom end that I was thinking I may need to lower the pup a hair..

[BloodRose]

have to bump this.

i came across this thread a few weeks back and ordered an A8 mag from Wymore and did a custom5 to an 8. all because of this thread, and then i had to make an account just to say.... THANK YOU GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

this pickup is incredible!

Welcome to the forum! Stick around! Glad you like it! I LOVE em! Anymore, I get a new guitar, I start looking for a Custom, CC, C5 on the trading post and pop an A8 mag in it.. They let the guitar's qualities shine thru, but Ive gotten used to the feel of the pickup.
What did you put yours in?

[frankencat]

Wow I am just about to order a nickel covered Custom Custom. Maybe I will see if they will do the A8 magnet for me. Does anybody know if SD will do this as a factory custom?

[frankencat]

So are the A8 magnets the same size as the A2/A5's?

[supercoupe]

seems odd.. ALL of my C8 loaded axes have lows aplenty! Matter of fact, my Washburn Steve Salas has a HUGE bottom end that I was thinking I may need to lower the pup a hair..

yeah I dunno, maybe due in part to my amp's an open-back 2x12 combo?
Does sound good though, just would like to able to cut back the low knob

[CTN]

Wow I am just about to order a nickel covered Custom Custom. Maybe I will see if they will do the A8 magnet for me. Does anybody know if SD will do this as a factory custom?

they will, but you could also it pre-done from wymoreguitars.com

discount for SD forum members too!

[BloodRose]

So are the A8 magnets the same size as the A2/A5's?

Yeah, same size.. slip right in...

[BloodRose]

Im thinking Wymore should consider supplying my A8 habit as a kickback.. Whatcha think?? I need a couple more.. haha Id love to know how many A8 mags they sell now, vs in the past since we all started this swap mania..

[Other1152]

Welcome to the forum! Stick around! Glad you like it! I LOVE em! Anymore, I get a new guitar, I start looking for a Custom, CC, C5 on the trading post and pop an A8 mag in it.. They let the guitar's qualities shine thru, but Ive gotten used to the feel of the pickup.
What did you put yours in?

thanks for the welcome!

i put it in a custom guitar i built. if you look at my pictures its the red one, only one in pics that are up right now.. (in the pics i have a dimarzio in the bridge, but replaced it with a Custom5)

the specs are, mahogany body, maple veneer(deep red stain), maple neck and scalloped ebony board. tung oil finish. 1 volume push pull for coil tap and a 3 way switch.

[BloodRose]

thanks for the welcome!

i put it in a custom guitar i built. if you look at my pictures its the red one, only one in pics that are up right now.. (in the pics i have a dimarzio in the bridge, but replaced it with a Custom5)

the specs are, mahogany body, maple veneer(deep red stain), maple neck and scalloped ebony board. tung oil finish. 1 volume push pull for coil tap and a 3 way switch.

Sounds awesome! Your avatar looks great!! Build me one to show your appreciation for turning you on to a great pickup?? wink wink... LOL

[Other1152]

i'll get right on that

[John Wymore]

Im thinking Wymore should consider supplying my A8 habit as a kickback.. Whatcha think?? I need a couple more.. haha Id love to know how many A8 mags they sell now, vs in the past since we all started this swap mania..

Lol ... you are just one of a bunch of magnet addicts!!! I actually think I sell more A2 & A5 magnets but A8 is right up there. I think maybe around 250 a year which in the overall picture is a very small chunk of my business. Would much rather sell 250 more pickups a year!!

To answer the question about A8 shop floor customs, yes it can be done but there is a small up charge because the magnets cost more. I stock Custom 8's in black and zebra and can order covered if needed.

[jhale667]

Lol ... you are just one of a bunch of magnet addicts!!! I actually think I sell more A2 & A5 magnets but A8 is right up there. I think maybe around 250 a year which in the overall picture is a very small chunk of my business. Would much rather sell 250 more pickups a year!!

To answer the question about A8 shop floor customs, yes it can be done but there is a small up charge because the magnets cost more. I stock Custom 8's in black and zebra and can order covered if needed.

Would that include Custom 8 Trembuckers? 'Cause I could use a Zebra one for my new parts build...

[John Wymore]

Would that include Custom 8 Trembuckers? 'Cause I could use a Zebra one for my new parts build...

Yes, I don't stock the C8 Trembucker but can order them no problem.

[jhale667]

Yes, I don't stock the C8 Trembucker but can order them no problem.

Oh, OK... twist my pinkie, make me do it...

[Franknfilms]

just put an A8 in my duncan distortion, now have the best tone I could imagine! Add one more member to the A8 fan club.

[surface54]

you guys are making me very impatient about receiving my custom 5, i have the A8 mag ready!

i wonder should i even try the Custom 5 or should i just immediately swap out the mag for the 8?

[BloodRose]

Try the 5 and see if you like it.. That may suit your needs fine.. If you do change mags, it will also give you a basis for comparison.. The C8 is better because of this.. And this.. And this... And this........... Let us know!

[surface54]

i have them all to test which is great! ceramic, a2-4-8