Pickups

Single-Coil Pickups: This is the most basic type of pickup and is known for its bright and clear sound. It is used in a wide range of genres, including blues, rock, and country. However, it is susceptible to electromagnetic interference and can produce a hum.

Humbucker Pickups: This type of pickup uses two coils to cancel out the hum produced by single-coil pickups. It has a warm and full sound and is used in a wide range of genres, including jazz, blues, and rock. However, it can be less clear and bright than single-coil pickups.

P-90 Pickups: This type of pickup is a variation of the single-coil pickup and has a thicker and warmer sound. It is used in a wide range of genres, including blues, rock, and punk. However, it can produce a hum and is less clear than single-coil pickups.

Active Pickups: This type of pickup requires a battery to operate and has a high output and low noise. It is used in a wide range of genres, including metal and hard rock. However, it can produce a compressed and sterile sound and requires a battery to operate .

Piezo Pickups: This type of pickup uses crystals to convert the vibrations of the strings into an electrical signal. It is used in acoustic-electric guitars and has a natural and acoustic sound. However, it can produce a thin and brittle sound and requires a preamp to operate.