Convert Legacy to Legacy HB

[maverick927]

Hello all.
I have a 2012 Legacy that I am considering converting to an HB model. I enjoy the stock pickups, but prefer to have a bit thicker tone in the bridge position for the music that I play. If I understand correctly, the Legacy models have a swimming pool rout. (I've not had a chance to pull my pick guard off yet to verify)
If this is the case, I would be interested in putting in the Duncan TB-4 humbucker that comes stock with the HB model. Obviously will have to replace the pick guard.

My question is: Will I need the coil tap switch in order to split the humbucker, OR can I use a push/pull volume pot for this?

Any insight is appreciated.

Mav

[astutzmann]

here's another option for you.



This was my 2009 legacy, which I bought used. It came with a DiMarzio hum bucker in the bridge. Not sure of the wiring, no splitting. Worked and sounded fantastic, just enough extra punch and sounded great in the #4 switch setting as well, matched with the middle pup.

Just a thought, would be easier I think.

I sold this guitar and I wish I hadn't. Had the best neck I've played.....

[Fumble fingers]

if you want a coil tap your going to need a switch or push/pull pot ...... the SD's split are not a great single coil sound at best

[Craig]

Hello all.
I have a 2012 Legacy that I am considering converting to an HB model. I enjoy the stock pickups, but prefer to have a bit thicker tone in the bridge position for the music that I play. If I understand correctly, the Legacy models have a swimming pool rout. (I've not had a chance to pull my pick guard off yet to verify)
If this is the case, I would be interested in putting in the Duncan TB-4 humbucker that comes stock with the HB model. Obviously will have to replace the pick guard.

My question is: Will I need the coil tap switch in order to split the humbucker, OR can I use a push/pull volume pot for this?

Any insight is appreciated.

Mav

Yes, the body is bathtub routed, so this conversion can easliy be done.
The Legacy Deluxe is wired with a push/pull volume pot. Look in the
Gallery's Album: Instrument Manuals and Wiring Schematics for the Album: Legacy HB Deluxe Picture Diagram.
You can get the pot from G&L's On-Line Store.
You can order the pickguard without the mini-toggle hole; use 612 pattern from Chandler (Pickguard Heaven).

Hope this helps.

[maverick927]

Hello all.
I have a 2012 Legacy that I am considering converting to an HB model. I enjoy the stock pickups, but prefer to have a bit thicker tone in the bridge position for the music that I play. If I understand correctly, the Legacy models have a swimming pool rout. (I've not had a chance to pull my pick guard off yet to verify)
If this is the case, I would be interested in putting in the Duncan TB-4 humbucker that comes stock with the HB model. Obviously will have to replace the pick guard.

My question is: Will I need the coil tap switch in order to split the humbucker, OR can I use a push/pull volume pot for this?

Any insight is appreciated.

Mav

Yes, the body is bathtub routed, so this conversion can easliy be done.
The Legacy Deluxe is wired with a push/pull volume pot. Look in the
Gallery's Album: Instrument Manuals and Wiring Schematics for the Album: Legacy HB Deluxe Picture Diagram.
You can get the pot from G&L's On-Line Store.
You can order the pickguard without the mini-toggle hole; use 612 pattern from Chandler (Pickguard Heaven).

Hope this helps.

Craig,

"IF" I were to take the suggestion of astutzmann and go with a stacked single coil "humbucker", do you have a suggestion as to what pickup would blend well with the stock Alnico pickups?

[astutzmann]

I am no expert, but the DiMarzio sounded really nice.

[pauliewalnuts]

I did this to a Legacy once. Not worth the trouble. The HB was so loud, it totally overtook the single coils. Do a Duncan vintage rail or some single coil size bucker. You'll get the drive you want at a level that will work with the other 2 pickups.

[maverick927]

Anyone else have experience with replacing the bridge pickup? How about adding a base plate?
Would like to know opnions on what single coil sized stacked humbuckers would blend well with the G&L neck & middle pickups.

[MAP70]

Anyone else have experience with replacing the bridge pickup? How about adding a base plate?
Would like to know opnions on what single coil sized stacked humbuckers would blend well with the G&L neck & middle pickups.

You can try these.. I Love Bill's pickups and Becky can help you pick the right one... great quality at great prices.. If it were me I would just replace them all with Bill's stuff... but it can't hurt to try to mix them with the stock pickups

http://www.wildepickups.com/Wilde_Bill_ ... lades.html

Mark