Anonymous
Apr 11, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great but needs setup
Sound is amazing, but you need to adjust the height carefully to get the best balance between the neck and bridge. Once dialed in, they sound fantastic.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Musical Instrument Accessories / Guitar Electronic Accessories |
| Origin | - |
| Brand | DiMarzio |
| Series | Steve Vai Signature |
| Pickup Type | Passive Dual-Coil Humbucker |
| String Spacing | F-Spaced (53mm) |
| Magnet Type | Ceramic Bar |
| Neck DC Resistance | 9.5k Ohms |
| Bridge DC Resistance | 15.5k Ohms |
| Wiring | 4-Conductor Shielded |
| Cover Finish | Chrome |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Anonymous
Apr 11, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great but needs setup
Sound is amazing, but you need to adjust the height carefully to get the best balance between the neck and bridge. Once dialed in, they sound fantastic.
Anonymous
Apr 01, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Excellent Clarity
I use these for session work. The clarity on clean settings is outstanding, and they handle high gain without losing definition. Installation was straightforward with the 4-conductor wiring.
Anonymous
Mar 26, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect Vai Tone
These pickups capture the Gravity Storm sound perfectly. The neck is smooth and creamy, while the bridge cuts through the mix without being too harsh. Highly recommended for progressive rock.
Anonymous
Mar 20, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Noiseless Operation
Finally, no more 60-cycle hum in the studio. The dual-coil design works perfectly. The output level is hot enough for modern amplifiers without needing a booster.
Anonymous
Feb 14, 2026
Rating: 5/5
High Gain Beast
The bridge pickup especially is a monster for metal rhythms. Tight low end and singing sustain. Worth every penny for the signature sound.
Q: Do these come with mounting screws and springs?
A: Yes, the package includes all necessary mounting hardware, including screws, springs, and mounting rings.
Q: Is a wiring diagram included in the box?
A: Yes, each pickup comes with a printed wiring diagram. Additional diagrams are also available on the manufacturer's website.
Q: Will these fit in a standard Stratocaster humbucker route?
A: Yes, these are standard humbucker sized pickups and will fit any guitar routed for a full-size humbucker.
Q: What is the difference between DP266 and DP268?
A: The DP266 is the Neck model with lower output for clarity, while the DP268 is the Bridge model with higher output for drive and sustain.
Q: Are these suitable for heavy metal genres?
A: Absolutely. The bridge model has high output and tight low-end response specifically designed for high-gain applications.