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Lollar High Wind Imperial Bridge Review
If you love the PAF character but want more power, density, and control in the bridge, Lollar High Wind Imperial Bridge might be what you’re looking for. As a Super Strat player, I often deal with the classic 'not enough meat in the bridge' problem—and this pickup landed in my hands just as I was exploring alternatives. So how did it perform? Let’s take a detailed look...
Barış Şahin
3 days ago7 min read
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Dimarzio Bluesbucker DP163 Review
Looking for a neck pickup delivers P-90 clarity without the hum, in traditional hb format—plus real versatility? The DiMarzio Bluesbucker blends detailed warm yet clear tone and the best coil-split usability in one unique package. You won't believe the SRV-style sounds come from the screw bobbin of Bluesbucker. Discover why this hidden gem might be the best neck pickup your guitar has been waiting for.
Barış Şahin
Jul 410 min read
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Vintage Dimarzio PAF Review
Discover the warm, articulate tone of a 70s Vintage DiMarzio PAF humbucker. Real-world testing, specs, and tone impressions—true PAF character with timeless clarity and sweet tone.
Barış Şahin
Jun 209 min read
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Seymour Duncan Custom SH-5 Review
The most versatile Rock-class humbucker from Santa Barbara; Seymour Duncan Custom. Your tone friend from 70s
Barış Şahin
May 316 min read
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Bare Knuckle True Grit Neck Review
Crunch-ready clarity meets modern bite — Bare Knuckle True Grit Neck goes head-to-head with legends. Is it your next neck humbucker?
Barış Şahin
Apr 258 min read
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Dimarzio PAF 36th Anniversary DP223 Review
DiMarzio PAF 36th Anniversary Bridge offers a modern take on classic PAF tones, combining vintage warmth with modern versatility at an affordable price. Read my most detailed review of Dimarzio PAF
Barış Şahin
Apr 1111 min read
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Interview with ZenD Pickups
Exclusive interview with ZenD Pickups from Taiwan — discussing tone, innovation, and the art behind his handcrafted guitar pickups
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Apr 412 min read
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Dimarzio Transition DP255 Review
Reviewing the DiMarzio Transition bridge pickup—Steve Lukather’s choice. Power, balance, versatility—does it live up to the hype?
Barış Şahin
Mar 147 min read
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Dimarzio/IBZ Neck Review
Detailed review of DiMarzio/IBZ pickups—tonal specs, comparisons with Super 2, DP200 & PAF Pro, and why they deserve more credit
Barış Şahin
Feb 286 min read
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Interview with Erdem Koca of Koca Guitars
Come&Meet Erdem Koca of Koca Guitars from Tampa, Florida and his approach on making great guitars with taste and perfect tone
Barış Şahin
Feb 218 min read
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Dimarzio/IBZ Bridge Review
Detailed review of DiMarzio/IBZ pickups—tonal specs, comparisons with Super Distortion & Evolution, and why they deserve more credit
Barış Şahin
Feb 148 min read
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FLEOR Pickups Alnico 5 Neck Review
The highly anticipated Fleor pickups' neck version is here! If you're looking for clarity in the neck position, this one’s for you!
Barış Şahin
Feb 75 min read
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Dimarzio Norton Review DP160
DiMarzio Norton, DMZ's most underrated HB,blends Fred's harmonic richness w/ Tone Zone's balls, offering balanced mids and clarity for rock
Barış Şahin
Jan 247 min read
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Interview with Daniel Zoschke of Zeus Pickups
Meet young and highly promising boutique pickup makers from Leipzig,Germany: Zeus Pickups and the winder behind it, Daniel Zoschke
Barış Şahin
Jan 1713 min read
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FLEOR Pickups Alnico 5 Bridge Review
Haven't you ever wondered how those cheap Fleor Pickups you see on Amazon or AliExpress perform? Well, it's time to find out!
Barış Şahin
Jan 106 min read
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Interview with Luke Whitfield of Rebel Relic Guitars
Vintage Style Guitars from the Netherlands to the World! A special interview with Luke Whitfield of Rebel Relic Guitars (2010)
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Jan 36 min read
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Seymour Duncan Custom 5 Review
Seymour Duncan Custom 5 Review: tight lows, clear tone, and versatile performance for rock, metal, and everything in between
Barış Şahin
Dec 27, 20247 min read
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Interview with Jörg Tandler of Tandler Guitars
Jörg Tandler; Germany's grand master luthier, shares his journey, craft secrets, and philosophy in this exclusive interview
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Dec 21, 202419 min read
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Dimarzio Al DiMeola Bridge Review DP202
Meet very hidden&lost gem of Dimarzio: Al DiMeola Bridge DP202. Is it a light version of TONE ZONE? Read it here!
Barış Şahin
Dec 7, 20247 min read
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Tone Journey on Youtube
Announcement of the youtube channel for Tone Journey
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Nov 25, 20241 min read
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