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...

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.

Crunch-ready clarity meets modern bite — Bare Knuckle True Grit Neck goes head-to-head with legends. Is it your next neck humbucker?

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

Exclusive interview with ZenD Pickups from Taiwan — discussing tone, innovation, and the art behind his handcrafted guitar pickups

Reviewing the DiMarzio Transition bridge pickup—Steve Lukather’s choice. Power, balance, versatility—does it live up to the hype?

Detailed review of DiMarzio/IBZ pickups—tonal specs, comparisons with Super 2, DP200 & PAF Pro, and why they deserve more credit

Come&Meet Erdem Koca of Koca Guitars from Tampa, Florida and his approach on making great guitars with taste and perfect tone

The highly anticipated Fleor pickups' neck version is here! If you're looking for clarity in the neck position, this one’s for you!

Haven't you ever wondered how those cheap Fleor Pickups you see on Amazon or AliExpress perform? Well, it's time to find out!

Seymour Duncan Custom 5 Review: tight lows, clear tone, and versatile performance for rock, metal, and everything in between

Tone Journey’s review of the DiMarzio Al DiMeola Bridge DP202 explores its warm yet clear tone, articulation, and dynamics. Known as a more controlled, “light” version of the Tone Zone, the DP202 delivers smooth highs, tight mids, and focused response—perfect for fusion and rock players seeking versatile tones with speed and balance.

Announcement of the youtube channel for Tone Journey

Interview with Joe Satriani that i'd done in 2007 for YUXEXES Magazine.

From muddy neck humbucker to the excellent overwound PAF for your bridge. Discover how the Ibanez V7, originally a ceramic neck pickup, can be transformed into a sweet vintage-style bridge humbucker. In this in-depth review, i cover its specs, measured data, clarity issues, and how an Alnico-2 magnet swap unlock sweet highs, tight lows, and vocal mids.

The Journey Continues! Discover why the DiMarzio Air Norton is a top shred neck pickup, along with its pros and cons, before buying

In-depth review of DiMarzio Crunch Lab, designed with John Petrucci, offering powerful tone, tight bass, and versatility for rock&metal

Explore the Mojotone '59 Clone Neck Pickup, a vintage-style humbucker with Alnico 4 magnet, plain enamel wire, and unpotted coils. This in-depth review covers specs, tonal performance in custom guitars, clarity, pairing with the '59 Clone Hot bridge, and why it delivers authentic PAF-style tones for clean to moderately overdriven settings

Tone Journey dives into the features and performance of Mojotone 59 Clone HOT. Meet the detais of that PAF variant with quality. IT's a GEM!

The interview series with pickup winders continues. This week i have Interview with Padraig Corrigan of Corrigan Pickups