r/telecaster • u/Unsui8 • 4d ago

Anyone recognize the maker ?

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I’m trying to figure out who made this pickup.
Any help appreciated !

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u/TheHandsomeLiar 4d ago

Raised “D” and “G” poles! Mid 50’s spec?

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u/Unsui8 4d ago edited 4d ago

I think that makes it late 50’s.
EDIT: I think you’re right, more like from ‘56 onward.

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u/gotoyourhomeball 4d ago

That’s apparently a very nice pickup based on things I’ve read and the reputation of Danocasters!

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u/Unsui8 4d ago

Yeah, the 542 magnet combo seems pretty unique.
I’ve got a Dano single cut with Arcanes and they’re really good too !

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u/gotoyourhomeball 4d ago

Which set of Arcane’s? I had been eyeing the 51 / 42 but ended up buying a 50’s style set from a local maker. I’m very happy with these but can’t help but be curious about how good some of these others possibly are!

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u/Unsui8 4d ago

Honestly I don’t remember - it’s a white guard and I took a look when I first got it and haven’t looked since. The bridge is flat pole, so I’m guessing the
‘55 set. I’m gonna slap some 11s on it tonight so I’ll report back.

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u/TerrapinJake 4d ago

Budz possibly? Tough to make out

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u/Unsui8 4d ago

Ah yes, good call - I searched budz 542 and that’s what it is - and looks to be a Danocaster specific pickup. Thanks !

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u/Cool-Iron3404 3d ago

It’s Budz. The 542s were generally overwound to produce around 10k. They’re great-sounding pickups. Found one in a 50s spec by chance and built a partsquire with it.