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DiMarzio DP100 Super Distortion Humbucker Pickup with Nickel Cover, Standard Spacing
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SKU: DP100N
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Product Description
The DiMarzio DP100 Super Distortion with nickel cover is the original high-output humbucker that defined the sound of cranked rock guitars in the Seventies and beyond. Designed to slam the front end of a valve amp into rich, saturated overdrive, it delivers thick, muscular tones with masses of sustain, making it a go-to upgrade for players who want classic, arena-filling power from their bridge position.
With its trademark boosted mids, big low-end and fat, singing highs, the Super Distortion gives both chords and single notes a commanding presence in the mix. It is the sound of countless platinum records and legendary players, yet remains incredibly practical thanks to 4-conductor wiring that opens up coil-split and series-parallel options. Fitted here with a sleek nickel cover and standard spacing, it is ready to drop into most solid-body guitars as a serious performance upgrade.
Classic High-Output Rock Voice
The Super Distortion was the first pickup purpose-built to push a valve amp into full-on overdrive, and its powerful ceramic magnet still sets the benchmark today. Expect a strong output that hits your amp hard, delivering tight, aggressive rhythm tones and soaring lead sounds that stay articulate even with heavy gain.
Thick Mids, Big Lows, Fat Highs
Tonally, the DP100 is all about a muscular midrange, solid bass and rounded, singing treble. Chords sound huge and authoritative, while lead lines cut through with vocal-like sustain. This balanced yet bold EQ profile helps your guitar sit perfectly in a band mix, whether you are tracking in the studio or playing live.
Versatile 4-Conductor Wiring
Although it is famous for its full humbucking roar, the Super Distortion is surprisingly versatile. The 4-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting and series-parallel configurations, giving you access to brighter, more single-coil-like textures alongside the classic high-power voice, all from the same pickup.
Optimised for Solid-Body Guitars
The DP100 is primarily designed for the bridge position of solid-body electric guitars, where its warm, high output can be controlled and fully exploited. It can also be used in the neck position with relatively low-gain amps for a thicker, more saturated neck tone, giving you additional tonal options depending on your rig.
Features
- Iconic High-Output Design - Introduced in 1974, the Super Distortion was the first pickup created specifically to drive valve amps into heavy overdrive. Its powerful ceramic magnet and high output give you instant access to classic rock and metal tones without relying solely on pedals.
- Signature Super Distortion Tonality - With thick, boosted mids, strong lows and fat highs, this pickup produces a commanding wall of sound. Your riffs gain extra weight and authority, while solos sustain longer and cut through the mix with ease.
- 4-Conductor Wiring for Multiple Sounds - The multi-conductor wiring lets you wire the pickup for full humbucking power, coil-split or series-parallel operation. This flexibility means you can access everything from classic Super Distortion punch to brighter, more articulate tones in one guitar.
- Nickel Cover with Standard Spacing - The nickel cover adds a sleek, traditional look that suits a wide range of guitars, while standard spacing makes it compatible with many fixed-bridge and standard-spaced tremolo instruments, simplifying installation.
Specifications
General
- Model: DiMarzio DP100 Super Distortion
- Position: Primarily Bridge
- Year of Introduction: 1974
Construction
- Type: Humbucker
- Cover: Nickel
- Spacing: Standard
Electronics
- Magnet: Ceramic
- Wiring: 4 Conductor
- DC Resistance: 13.68 kOhm
- Quick Connect: No
