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GLS Custom Single‑Coil Pickups
Hand‑wound boutique single‑coil pickups crafted for players who demand clarity, dynamic response, and unparalleled tonal detail. Built with your choice of six premium magnet types—each offering its own sonic personality.
From vintage chime to modern punch, GLS single‑coils deliver expressive touch sensitivity, rich harmonic content, and the signature precision of Gannon Luthier craftsmanship.
Order / ContactKey Features
- Hand‑wound coils for authentic boutique tone
- Six magnet options: Alnico II, III, IV, V, Ceramic, Rare Earth
- Vintage or modern build options (covers, leads, potting)
- Noise‑reduced winding geometry
- Staggered or flat pole configurations
- Individually tested and frequency‑balanced
Magnet Type Tone Profiles
Alnico II — Warm, Bluesy, Organic
Soft attack, sweet highs, smooth mids. Ideal for expressive players and vintage‑style tones.
Alnico III — Low‑Pull, Vintage Clarity
Open, airy, and highly dynamic. Excellent for clean tones, fingerstyle, and early‑50s sparkle.
Alnico IV — Balanced, Punchy, Modern‑Vintage
Even mids, controlled highs, and tight lows. A flexible studio‑friendly voicing.
Alnico V — Bright, Snappy, Iconic
Classic Strat‑style cut and definition. Perfect for rock, funk, and country articulation.
Ceramic — High Output, Modern, Aggressive
Fast attack, upper‑mid punch, and crisp articulation for high‑gain players.
Rare Earth — Hyper‑Sensitive, Harmonic, Progressive
Exceptional clarity and touch response with extended harmonic richness.
Specifications
- Wire: 42 or 43 AWG oxygen‑free copper
- Bobbin: Vintage fiberboard or FR4
- Lead Wire: Cloth push‑back (vintage) or Teflon (modern)
- Potting: Wax‑potted (or unpotted optional)
- Pole Pieces: Staggered or flat
- Output Range: 5.2kΩ – 7.8kΩ depending on magnet
- Cover Options: White, black, parchment, aged, metal
Tonal Spectrum Chart
| Magnet Type | Output | Brightness | Warmth | Mid Punch | Harmonics | Compression |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alnico II | 5 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
| Alnico III | 4 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 4 |
| Alnico IV | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 |
| Alnico V | 7 | 9 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 5 |
| Ceramic | 9 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 3 |
| Rare Earth | 8 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 4 |
Comparison Chart
| Magnet Type | Tonal Character | Best For | Output | Feel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alnico II | Warm, vintage | Blues, classic rock | Medium | Soft, expressive |
| Alnico III | Clear, open | Clean tones | Low/Medium | Highly dynamic |
| Alnico IV | Balanced, articulate | Versatile players | Medium | Controlled |
| Alnico V | Bright, punchy | Rock, funk, country | Med/High | Snappy |
| Ceramic | Aggressive, modern | Metal & high gain | High | Tight, fast |
| Rare Earth | Harmonic, sensitive | Progressive & ambient | High | Responsive |