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The Fourcaster pickups are handcrafted with sand cast ALNICO 4 rod magnets and individually scatter wound with heavy formvar magnet wire to produce full and rich bell like tones without ever becoming harsh or strident. Alnico 4 reacts similar to Alnico 5 magnets that have been weakened, and because of this the Fourcasters have a warmer tone reminiscent of an old pickup that has naturally degaussed over many years.
Deluxe Version - The standard “Fourcaster” version is wound to vintage specs. The Fourcaster "Deluxe” version has an overwound bridge pickup for increased output and bass response.
RWRP - This option will give you noise canceling in the 2 and 4 positions when buying a set. Clockwise coils with North up magnets is our standard wind. RWRP have counter-clockwise coils with South up magnets
Aged Poles - With this option the alnico rod magnets are patinaed which gives the pickups an aged look. When you choose aged poles the pickups also will come with aged mounting hardware (screws).
Covers - Choose between Parchment, Black or White covers. They have 2 1/16" (52.2 mm) spaced pole spread and are interchangeable with many other aftermarket covers.
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BRIDGE: 6.2k, CW, North Up
BRIDGE (Deluxe Version): 7.0k, CW, North Up
MIDDLE: 5.9K, CCW, South Up
NECK: 6.1k, CW, North Up
DCR TOLERANCE: +/- 5% at 68°F (20°C)
MAGNET GRADE: ALNICO 4
POLE SPACING: 2 1/16 inches
LEAD WIRE: Gavitt Push Back
POTTING: Paraffin & Beeswax
HARDWARE: 6 Screws & 6 Tube Springs
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Tone tested, built to last, and made from the finest materials available. Every guitar pickup is individually handcrafted and scatter wound with the utmost attention to detail. Completely committed to quality, incredible guitar tone, and most importantly your satisfaction!
Chris Larson
Mr. Fatpups
I'm Chris, and I've loved guitars for as long as I can remember. I got my first guitar when I was 13, over 30 years ago, and I've been hooked ever since. It wasn't long before I started taking them apart and tinkering with them. I even got myself into a little trouble once for completely disassembling my uncle's Strat. Oops!
Over the years, I've worn quite a few hats, working as a guitar teacher, electronics technician, chef, and eventually pickup maker. Through it all, one thing has never changed: my love for guitars and the endless pursuit of great tone.
Today, building pickups is my full-time profession, and I'm proud to be the sole owner and operator of Fatpups. Since 2015, I've handcrafted thousands of pickups for guitarists around the world, and I'm grateful to be doing something I genuinely love.
If you have any questions or there's anything I can help you with, I'd be happy to hear from you!