Detail 01
Ceramic magnet
Delivers the stated sustain, cutting power, added highs, and definition.
Product detailSKU #1500000384551
Gibson496R Hot Ceramic Rhythm Humbucker Pickup Double Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The 496R Hot Ceramic is a rhythm-position humbucker built around a ceramic magnet. Gibson describes its response in terms of added highs, definition, sustain, and cutting power without muddiness; leads are characterized with a biting, bluesy edge and increased musical harmonics. Neck-spaced pole pieces match the string layout at that position. Shielded four-conductor wiring opens series, parallel, and split-coil options, while full wax potting is intended to eliminate microphonic feedback.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Neck-position installations seeking added highs, definition, sustain, and cutting power.
- Lead parts where a biting bluesy edge and increased musical harmonics are wanted.
- Guitars wired for selectable series, parallel, or split-coil pickup operation.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bridge-position installations, as its pole pieces are neck spaced.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Neck-spaced pole pieces
The pole-piece layout is intended for neck-position string spacing.
Detail 03
Shielded four-conductor wiring
Supports series, parallel, and split-coil wiring options.
Detail 04
Wax potting
Designed to eliminate microphonic feedback.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that your guitar needs a neck/rhythm pickup with neck-spaced pole pieces.
- 02Plan compatible wiring if you want to use series, parallel, or split-coil operation.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can the 496R be wired for coil splitting?
Yes. Its shielded four-conductor wiring supports split-coil, series, and parallel operation.
02Where is the 496R intended to be installed?
It is a rhythm humbucker with neck-spaced pole pieces.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
