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DiMarzio VirtuAL
2TM Bridge
Model DP 409
As every experienced Strat player knows, magnet pull is both a problem and a fact of life. Alnico 5 rod magnets exert a strong influence on guitar strings. If they get too close, you'll lose sustain and have tuning problems. Even so, Alnico 5 is part of the essential Strat sound of the 50s and 60s. We wanted to retain the sound and reduce the problem, and the VirtuAL 2TM series is the result. All VirtuAL 2TM models use a special precision-ground Alnico 2 alloy with 45% less magnet pull than Alnico 5 magnets and Virtual Vintage® technology to eliminate noise.
The VirtuAL 2TM Bridge model is the perfect compliment to the VirtuAL 2TM neck and middle pickups if you like a tight, punchy sound with lots of cut. While Alnico 2 reduces string pull and increases sustain in the neck and middle positions, in the bridge position it enhances pick attack and definition, particularly on the low strings.
Recommended For:
Rosewood fingerboards, alder, ash and basswood bodies.
Tech Talk:
The VirtuAL 2TM Bridge model has a very raw, aggressive sound, particularly
when it's adjusted close to the strings. The low magnetic field creates an almost
glassy tone quality, but the specific Alnico 2 alloy we've used adds warmth and
body to the sound, so high notes don't get thin & brittle. The overall sound
is very focussed. If you'd prefer a bridge sound with more mids and lows, try
the Virtual Vintage® Solo (DP404), which can also be effectively matched with the VirtuAL 2TM neck & middle
models.
Specifications:
Wiring
Standard four conductor
Magnet
Alnico 2
Output 145mV
DC Resistance 9.11K
Year of introduction
1999
Patent # 4,442,749 & 5,811,710, & 5,908,998
Fender, Stratocaster, Strat, Telecaster, Tele, Precision Bass, P-Bass, Jazz Bass and J-Bass are registered trademarks of Fender Musical Instrument Corp., with which DiMarzio, Inc. is not affiliated. Les Paul and Les Paul Junior are registered trademarks of Gibson Guitar Corp., with which DiMarzio, Inc. is not affiliated.
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