Any advice??

[Force]

Hello

I play MOR covers and need a wide selection on tones. I am struggling with my RG and am playing my strat and PRS more often to achieve funky/Country/blues/non-metal sounds.

The RG plays like a dream and looks great but the Quack sounds are thin and weak and I am starting to question my choice of pickups for a mahogany guitar with a floating trem.

I am currently using EVO's and the stock S1

Should I swap them for something less "metal" or give up on the RG?

The strat and PRS are far more versatile compared to my current RG.

Any advice?

F

[bikeman]

Swap out the EVOs. They're high output ceramic humbuckers and aren't suited to classic tones. You need alnico pickups with their extra warmth.

If you want to stay with DiMarzio I'd get a PAF Pro for the neck, and either the same for the bridge or maybe a FRED if you want something a little hotter. Classic tones.

As you're in the UK, I'd suggest you check out Bare Knuckle pickups too. They're all hand wound, made of the best materials and sound fantastic. Their website is www.bareknucklepickups.co.uk. You say your RG is made of mahogany? I would suggest a Mule in the bridge and a Stormy Monday in the neck for a great all round combo.