A P90 tone like never before.
Introducing “the RISTRETTO” - with our Neck output measuring 3.65k ohms and our Bridge coming out at 5.05k some might not believe that we could expect to achieve any sort of tonal success. But like in a ristretto coffee, it’s quality over quantity every time. With a ristretto, there is a finer grind used and half the water pulled through the shot. This reveals an incredibly smooth, bold, and sweet extraction.
"the RISTRETTO" is just that; a seemingly measurable “low-output” pickup, much less a P90, but with the dynamics, concentration, and balance of the best single-coil tone we have ever heard. Don’t be fooled, the volume signal output is there. It is comparable to any of the mainstream P90 models available today, but with our unique wire combination, magnet choices, and wire tensions we have been able to achieve a P90 clarity like never before.
*Available in traditional Gibson-sized Soapbar and also Fender-style traditional Jazzmaster covers.
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Technical Specs
3.65k DCR
Polarity: North
String Spacing: 50mm
3rd independent ground wire included on neck pickup for series/parallel switching opportunities.
5.05k DCR
Polarity: South
String Spacing: 50mm
- For JM install, please measure a minimum of 1.0" of clearance from the bottom of the pickup cavity to the bottom of the strings to allow for enough room for adjusting overall pickup height.
- Fender uses a proprietary "Aged White" color in their off-white Jazzmaster covers and is thus unavailable for our pickups. Our "Antique White" is the closest we have but it is NOT a perfect match.
Add a custom wiring harness made to our specs for the ultimate tonal package.
Every Connection Matters
Designed to be Different
Precision Wound
We fully believe a product should be able to stand on its own, where the location of manufacturer doesn't automatically qualify/disqualify it from a perceived quality. That said, we're proud to design, manufacture, wind, fulfill in house here at our shop in Southern California.
Made in the usa
We fully believe a product should be able to stand on its own, where the location of manufacturer doesn't automatically qualify/disqualify it from a perceived quality. That said, we're proud to design, manufacture, wind, fulfill in house here at our shop in Southern California.
Crafted with care
Premium Materials
All Ristretto pickups use custom cut nickel-silver baseplates for the best magnetic reflection. In the case of our JM sets we use in-house drilled covers for the ultimate fitment.
Flexible Application
Our Blondie set can be selected with 2-wire or 3-wire configuration for the highest flexibility in wiring opportunities. Either option uses the highest quality possible pre-tinned cloth push-back wire from Gavitt to protect your signal chain from the very beginning.
Shipped with style
Premium Packaging
Every pickup set comes in its own premium box with laser cut foam ensuring a snug and secure transport. Included polishing cloth helps keep those new covers nice and shiny.
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If you don’t love your new tone, we will take your Lambertones back and refund your purchase within 90 days of their delivery.