I've done some experimentation with neos too. They're at least 5 times stronger than alnicos. So you can try using a magnet which is something in the range of 5 times smaller than alnicos, so it's not grossly overpowering the sound.
Other than that, you can play around with a steel grounding plate to spread the sound so it's not pointy or spiky. The steel becomes part of the magnetic field.
Another possibility is using various metals as a top cover. For example, brass, which is usually considered a tone sucker for alnicos, might sound good with a hot neo. I've even heard of somebody putting a large neo in an altoids tin, which would be all steel. Normally, the steel top would block the output from an alnico, but the neo was so strong it blasted right through.
Thanks! That's exactly the kind of input I was needing. I'll rig up an expermental design with interchangable parts to test variations along those lines. I was going to test wire size/number of turns as well.
It's been awhile since anyone has posted here about using Neodymium magnets. I just bought a bunch of Neodymium magnets... and am planning on making my first CBG pickups with them. They are small...and seem quite strong! Maybe still too strong!
Would anyone has any advice before i start? I would greatly appreciate it.
Here are the type of magnets I got...
Thanks!
Neodymium Disc Magnets (NdFeB)
Size = 6 x 1.5mm (Aprox.1/4" x 1/16")
Triple Plated Nickel Finish (Ni-Cu-Ni)
Grade N35 Axially Magnetized
I use those magnets on all my flat pups and induction type pickups John, they work fine, i have had no bad tonal issues, having said that, i've not used them in a conventional single pole design, but see no reason for them not to work well.
Started by ILL GREEN. Last reply by Skeesix Jul 22, 2021. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Started by ILL GREEN. Last reply by Skeesix Mar 20, 2019. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Started by ILL GREEN. Last reply by ILL GREEN Feb 14, 2019. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Started by David Harris. Last reply by John Mar 25, 2017. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Started by Mr. Toad. Last reply by Mr. Toad Sep 27, 2016. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Started by Gary Ross. Last reply by Gary Ross Feb 21, 2015. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Started by Wade. Last reply by Skeesix Aug 20, 2014. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Started by Mal Chilvers. Last reply by Skeesix Jul 24, 2014. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Started by TruckDrivingFool. Last reply by TruckDrivingFool Mar 2, 2013. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Posted by Vlad on March 31, 2024 at 11:48pm 0 Comments 1 Like
Posted by Vlad on March 6, 2024 at 2:32am 5 Comments 2 Likes
Posted by billy jones bluez on February 28, 2024 at 2:09pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Posted by billy jones bluez on February 17, 2024 at 11:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Posted by Vlad on February 11, 2024 at 1:06am 1 Comment 1 Like
May 11, 2024 from 11am to 8pm – Speakeasy Grill
0 Comments 0 LikesMay 30, 2024 from 6:30pm to 10pm – The Casual Pint of Huntsville
0 Comments 0 Likes© 2024 Created by Ben "C. B. Gitty" Baker. Powered by
Cigar Box Nation is presented by C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply, your one-stop-shop for Cigar Box Guitar parts and accessories!