Description

ThroBak '70/Select pickups were made with one goal in mind: to re-create the unique resonance of the early ‘70's T-Top pickups that have become part of the tonal fabric of some of the most famous rock and blues recordings of the 1970's. Players like Angus Young of AC/DC, Jimmy Page and B.B. King have made some of their most iconic live and studio recordings with the early '70's vintage Patent Sticker T-Top pickup. Guitars with these early Patent Sticker T-Tops were built for a short period, but the timeless tones they created changed rock and blues history. You can hear these early T-top tones in AC/DC recordings from "Let There Be Rock" through "Highway to Hell" and beyond. Jimmy Page in the "Song Remains The Same" and B.B. King "Live In Africa" also showcase the power, warmth and nuance of these early vintage T-Top pickups. Now you can capture those same tones in your guitar with the ThroBak '70/Select T-Top replica electric guitar pickups.

ThroBak '70/Select pickups are sought out by fans of the elusive early '70's T-Top sound. The ThroBak '70/Select set has become the definitive choice for players seeking the tone of 1970 Gibson SG's with the “Made In USA” stamp, the guitar and year favored by Angus Young of AC/DC for decades. Fans of Jimmy Page's double black T-Top bridge tones also need look no further than the ThroBak '70/Select set. Not all T-top's were created equal and at ThroBak we know why and we applied this knowledge in the creation of the '70/Select set.

We started research by dissecting and analyzing the pickups from ThroBak’s own 1970, “Made In USA” stamped SG and two early Patent Sticker T-Top pickups from and ES-335. Analysis of the magnets, coils and winding pattern revealed the key details that make these pickups tonally unique in the timeline of T-Top production. Details like short A2 magnets, higher resistance readings than the typical T-Top, and winding materials and processes are precisely matched by ThroBak. The result is a 100% USA Made ThroBak re-creation wound with the same ME-301 machine model that wound the Kalamazoo originals.

Specs:

  • Coils wound with vintage, Kalamazoo-era Meteor ME-301 winder for unsurpassed vintage   winding accuracy.
  • 42 AWG red Poly wire duplicates rarest late Pre-T specs.
  • ThroBak Maximum Vintage™ PAF clone Butyrate bobbins, Made in USA.
  • ThroBak Maximum Vintage™ PAF style baseplates, Made in USA.
  • ThroBak Maximum Vintage™ PAF style covers, Made in USA.
  • ThroBak Maximum Vintage™ PAF style vintage alloy pole screws and slugs
      Made in USA.
  • Vintage formulation Alnico 2 magnets custom Made in USA.
  • Vintage correct braided wire. Made in USA.
Chicago Music Exchange

Chicago Music Exchange

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Throbak
Brand New
Aged Nickel
18 Years
$669
Chicago Music Exchange
Chicago Music Exchange
773-525-7773
Chicago, IL
9:11 AM
Monday-Saturday 11 A.M. to 7 P.M. Sunday 11 A.M to 5 P.M.

Payment Terms - Orders Internet orders may be paid for using the following methods: VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and PayPal. For phone or mail orders you may pay money orders and cashier's checks by mail. Just call us at 773-525-7773 to place your order. All non-credit-card orders are subject to a 10-business-day hold. We do not accept international credit card or PayPal payments from international accounts. For international security reasons, please call the store to arrange a Bank Wire: +01-773-525-7773.

Shipping Charges - Taxes and Title Separate charges for shipping and handling will be shown on your order form. As a security precaution, initial orders and orders shipping to alternate addresses may be held for extended verification. We reserve the right to make partial shipments, which will not relieve you of your obligation to pay for the remaining deliveries. All items purchased from Chicago Music Exchange are made pursuant to a shipment contract. This means that the risk of loss and title for such items passes to you upon our delivery to the carrier. The published rates are for US domestic shipping only. Contact us directly if you wish to place an international order. For more information on our shipping policies, including rates, delivery times, and delays, please visit our website at chicagomusicexchange or call us at: 773-525-7773. If applicable, a separate charge for taxes will be shown on the invoice. We are required to collect sales tax on all orders shipped to Illinois.

3-Day / 15-day Return Policy If you are not completely satisfied with any product, return it for a full refund of the product purchase price, full credit, or exchange of your choice. We give you 3 days from the shipping date on Vintage instruments, and 15 days on New instruments. Credit card returns are issued a credit for purchase price. Refunds are made for product value only, excluding shipping and handling charges. New, Unopened items: You may return most NEW, untouched, unopened items within 15 days of delivery for a full refund. if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.) we'll also pay the return shipping costs. AmEx credit cards: Note that if your order was paid using an AmEx card we may pass on a 3.5% fee of the purchase price to process your refund. Vintage, Used items: We have to evaluate vintage and used guitars, amps, and other items on a case by case basis. We spend a lot of time with you and the item before your purchase to try to avoid any surprises after your purchase. AmEx credit cards: Note that if your order was paid using an AmEx card we may pass on a 3.5% fee of the purchase price to process your refund. You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, we strive to issue your refund sooner. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days). Send your return to: Chicago Music Exchange 3316 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60657 The following items are returnable only if defective OR unopened or unused: strings, harmonicas, microphones, cleaners, polishes, and polishing cloths. Software/soundware, cassettes, CDs, DVDs, and videos may be returned for credit only if they are in their original, sealed packaging. If defective, these items will only be exchanged for the same product. For complete details on our guarantees, shipping, and return policies, please contact our Customer Service Department at 773-525-7773; fax us at 773-525-2775; visit our website at www.chicagomusicexchange.com, or write us at Chicago Music Exchange, 3316 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657.