Used Gibson 57 CLASSIC VINTAGE STYLE HUMBUCKER Guitar Pickup

Gibson '57 Classic Vintage Style Humbucker Pickup

“Vintage Tone, Timeless Soul”

A Legendary Humbucker for Warm, Balanced Sound

The Gibson '57 Classic Humbucker Pickup is crafted to recreate the iconic tone of Gibson’s original late-1950s PAF (Patent Applied For) pickups. Built with Alnico II magnets and vintage-style braided wiring, it delivers smooth highs, creamy mids, and a warm low end that defined an era of electric guitar tone.

Wax-potted to eliminate microphonic feedback and constructed to vintage specs—including nickel-plated pole pieces and maple spacers—the '57 Classic offers authentic character and modern reliability. Whether you're chasing bluesy sustain or classic rock crunch, this pickup responds with clarity and soul.

Highlights

• Alnico II magnets for warm, balanced output

• Vintage-style two-conductor braided wiring

• Wax-potted to eliminate microphonic feedback

• Nickel-plated pole pieces and maple spacers

• Ideal for neck or bridge position in classic setups

Specifications

• Type: Humbucker pickup

• Magnet: Alnico II

• Wiring: 2-conductor braided shield

• DC Resistance: Approx. 7.5kΩ

• Position: Neck or bridge

• Finish: Available in nickel, gold, or zebra

• Application: Blues, jazz, classic rock, vintage reissues

• Origin: USA

Artists and Use Cases

Trusted by tone purists and vintage enthusiasts worldwide:

• Ideal for restoring or upgrading vintage-style guitars

• Popular in Les Paul, SG, and ES-style builds

• Used in studio and stage setups for warm, expressive tone

• A favorite for its authentic PAF character and smooth response

Ready to Plug Into History?

The Gibson '57 Classic Humbucker Pickup brings vintage tone and timeless craftsmanship to your guitar. Add it to your rig and rediscover the soul of electric sound. Buy today!