The Gramel Special Jazzmaster Set by Gramel Guitars showcases custom handwound pickups from Sweden, designed for players who want a refined blend of vintage clarity and modern balance. Built with boutique precision and tonal character, this Jazzmaster set delivers dynamic response and authentic craftsmanship for guitarists across Europe.
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Price range: 135 € through 239 €
Matched set – balanced output across all positions
Gramel Special Jazzmaster Set: Classic Clarity and Smooth Mellow Tones
The Gramel Special Jazzmaster Set is tailored for players who love the clarity and punch of the Jazzmaster neck pickup but want a bridge that offers smooth, rounded treble and a touch of warmth. This set features an Alnico 5 neck pickup, inspired by the 1963 Jazzmaster, paired with an Alnico 2 bridge pickup based on the slightly overwound 1958 design.
The Alnico 5 neck pickup delivers the clear, snappy tones of the 1963 Jazzmaster with a slightly higher output, offering vibrant articulation, balanced mids, and sparkling highs. It’s perfect for achieving that classic Jazzmaster sound with a bit more punch and clarity, making it ideal for everything from bright, jangly rhythms to articulate lead lines.
For the bridge pickup, the Alnico 2 design provides a slightly more mellow response than the traditional Jazzmaster bridge pickup, softening the treble attack and adding more warmth and low-mid richness. This pickup smooths out the sharpness typically found in the bridge position, providing a well-rounded tone that remains defined but never harsh.
Players who prefer a snappier neck and a slightly warmer bridge with a rounded yet punchy tone will love this combination. Alternatively, this set can be ordered with the Alnico 2 neck and Alnico 5 bridge for a warmer neck with an extra bit of snap and bite in the bridge.
The Gramel Special Jazzmaster Set offers a combination of classic clarity and smooth warmth, ideal for those who want a balanced, vintage-inspired tone with a touch of modern versatility. Whether you’re playing clean, melodic lines or driven, punchy rhythms, this set ensures that every note is full of character.
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Specs
Magnets: Alnico 5 N / Alnico 2 B
Wire: AWG 42
Lead wire: Vintage push-back wire.
Potting: Fully-, flash- or unpotted upon request.
Output Neck: 8.6k
Output Bridge: 9.2k
Can be over- or underwound upon request.
