DiMarzio DP117BK

HS-3? DP117BK. The HS-3? has been the weapon of choice for Strat®-powered classical metal since the early 1980s. Far from being a high-output monster, the HS-3? is actually a smooth and relatively quiet pickup that produces a sweet overdrive tone without jagged edges. These qualities combine perfectly with a heavily distorted amp, because the sound won?t get muddy or messy. The HS-3? is also versatile ? it?s a noise-free pickup in a live situation or in the studio. Recommended For All positions. Tech Talk The HS-3? works very well with high-gain amps, but the classic setup is with an overdrive pedal and a Marshall® amp. The pedal boosts sustain and distortion, and the sound cleans up dramatically when the pedal is switched off. Works well in all 3 positions on a Strat® for a slightly warmer-than-usual Strat® sound. Also works well as a bridge pickup with HS-4? (neck) and HS-2? (middle). Combines in middle and neck positions with bridge humbuckers like PAF Pro®, PAF®, Air Classic?, and Norton®. Specs. DP117BK: Finish: Black. Wiring: 4 Conductor. Magnet: Alnico 5. Output mV: 93. DC Resistance: 23.72 Kohm. Year of Introduction: 1980. Patent: 4,442,749.