How is the new Joe Barden soapbar? Well... The new Joe Barden soapbar sounds excellent. It's a bit on the hot side, but if you give it a little more distance between the blades and the strings, it mellows out nicely. Very clean and complex sound, my early assessment is that it does indeed sound like a P90, with a more balanced tonal range. I'll play with it a bit more, do some comparisons, and share some thoughts when I have a better assessment.
Also, Barden doesn't make it in a Dogear configuration yet, and modifying it fit an archtop is a rather difficult and time-consuming process, but it can be done. I wouldn't go to the trouble on a whim though.
Just thought I'd share for those of you who are into the latest pickups. Also, for those seeking P90 tone without the noise, this one is worth considering.
Last edited by amusiathread : 01-10-2011 at 06:20 PM.
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