Odyssey Legacy ’57 Series HB

The Odyssey Legacy ’57 Series HB is engineered to recreate the revered “PAF” sound of late?’50s Gibson humbuckers. Using 6,000 turns of 42?AWG enamel wire on Alnico?V magnets, it achieves around 7.5?K? impedance, delivering a warm, articulate tone with smooth vintage breakup. If you crave the sweet, touch?sensitive characteristics of a ’57 Classic, this guitar pickup is your go?to choice.

Authentic Construction

Hand?crafted in small batches in the USA, each Legacy ’57 HB coil is carefully wound to precise specs to ensure uniformity. The Alnico?V magnets are oriented for maximum harmonic richness, and the undercover pole?piece design adds a silky top?end sheen without sacrificing midrange warmth. Nickel?plated brass covers contribute to hum rejection and offer a muted high?end presence ideal for players seeking a more rounded sonic profile.

Classic ’57 Tone

Comparable to Gibson’s ’57 Classic and reissue models, the Legacy ’57 HB excels in producing clear, balanced chords and sweet, singing lead lines. On clean amp channels, notes shimmer with a gentle, bell?like clarity; on driven channels, the pickup responds with natural compression, creating a smooth, creamy overdrive perfect for blues and classic rock.

Dynamic Response

The Alnico?V magnets provide strong field strength, ensuring dynamic responsiveness. Light picking yields detailed harmonic content, while heavier attack pushes the coils into that coveted vintage breakup. The moderate output makes it remarkably versatile: roll back your guitar’s volume pot for softer, jazzy tones or dig in for singing sustain in lead passages.

Versatility

Whether used in the neck position for smooth, vocal?like solos or at the bridge for warm, full?bodied rhythms, the Legacy ’57 HB adapts effortlessly. It thrives with tube amps but also delivers musical clarity on solid?state platforms. Jazz players will appreciate its clean headroom and warmth, while rock players will love its dynamic crunch.

Installation

Designed for easy drop?in installation into standard humbucker cavities, the Legacy ’57 HB comes with adequately long lead wires and mounting screws. The nickel?plated cover can be removed for added brightness if desired, giving players tonal flexibility.

Made in USA

Captures the iconic PAF signature with smooth, mellow tones and vintage breakup. Ideal for soulful jazz, blues, and classic rock.

Compare To:
Gibson - '57 Classic
Gibson - Classic '57
Gibson - '57 Reissue

Returns: Non-custom items can be returned within 14 days, unused and in original packaging. Custom-made guitars are non-returnable but can be repaired if defective due to a manufacturer error.

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