[quote="cockroach"]Without wishing to continue or start an argument and/or controversy, I also have a bit of an issue with trying to solve tone problems by throwing money at them...
I think it must be very risky financially and a bit hit and miss practically, to keep trying out different new pickups etc and having to shell out considerable sums without even trying them out first.
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Isn't that the great thing about this site though ???? Robbo in particular has been very open about sharing his results across a whole variety of equipment which he has personally invested time and money - and Phil's doing the same, he's found these pups which have a great sound and he's sharing that with us all - and long may that continue !! I too have a set on order.
I'm currently having my AC4HTV modified by Amanda to have an EF86 front end and a variable attenuator which doesn't compromise sound quality - this should make an ideal practise / home amp - I will post results when that's finished. That's not to say everyone should rush out and buy one, it merely gives those of us who enjoy this type of music further options.