Steeltronics Z Series Pickups - Wide Mount and Narrow Mount

John Groover McDuffie · Post by **John Groover McDuffie** » 15 Jul 2020 7:50 pm

Any chance of a 12 string narrow mount for my S-12 Sho Buds?

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 15 Jul 2020 8:11 pm

John, that would be no problem, that was my next model to work up and I can stretch the the 10 string 3D model easily. I would want to check a couple dimensions with you, send me an email if you would like to move forward and I will get an invoice out.

Dave Zirbel · Post by **Dave Zirbel** » 18 Jul 2020 12:48 pm

Just checking in to say I really love this pickup in my new Sierra! Itâ€™s really smooth! I actually may order another.
Thank you Scott!âœŒï¸

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 23 Jul 2020 8:21 am

Bump it up, and here is a custom 11 string pickup just fininshed

Gene Tani · Post by **Gene Tani** » 23 Jul 2020 8:42 am

Did somebody ask for a sound clip from a top pro?

https://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=359960

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 26 Jul 2020 8:37 am

I have completed the model for narrow mount 12 string in 94 mm spacing, and already have one in process for a customer's Mullen. I believe this is the correct spacing for vintage ShoBuds also, can be verified at time of purchase.

Billy Phelps · Post by **Billy Phelps** » 26 Jul 2020 6:04 pm

Would the narrow mount fit the original MSA Classic D-10 narrow mount single coil? Could you make me a Humbucker for my vintage 1975 MSA Classic? How Much?

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 26 Jul 2020 6:46 pm

Billy, I assume you are talking about the MSA Classic arrangement mentioned by Johnie King on page 2 of this thread? Not sure what the MSA narrow mount dimensions are, but the smallest I can make the Z10 pickup is the cover dimensions, which are 1.29 x 4.02 inches. i could mold in standoffs on the underside to make it the correct height and as Johnie discussed the pickup could be secured with rubber cement, velcro, etc. There would be a small charge for the 3D model change you can email me to discuss further.

On your humbucker request, I am only making Z Series single coils right now.

Chris Marinelli · Post by **Chris Marinelli** » 27 Jul 2020 6:27 am

Hey, just wanted to let everyone know that the 91mm spacing 12 string pickup fits perfect in my GFI Ultra. I've found that these guitars are picky when it comes to pickups as the cavity is very shallow. Rest assured, if you are considering getting one for your GFI they fit great.

Oh yeah, I'm very happy with the sound as well - it's got that open, airy single coil thing going on for sure!

Dave Meis · Post by **Dave Meis** » 1 Aug 2020 3:22 pm

Got mine installed on Thursday, and Iâ€™ve been playing it a lot since! Not sure why, but I can set it closer to the strings, which results in great string separation, and the highs are still very smooth. I was actually able to increase the treble on my Twin without the ice pick effect! Nice glassy top and punchy low end at once! ðŸ‘
Now Iâ€™m thinking I need one for my LDG..

Len Amaral · Post by **Len Amaral** » 5 Aug 2020 4:05 pm

Installed mine yesterday. Very nice vibe.

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 8 Aug 2020 2:53 pm

Here is a pic of the first 12 string narrow mount, pole spacing 3.70 inch 94 mm for Mullen and Sho Bud.

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 15 Aug 2020 9:43 am

Bump it up, and I have now added an 8 string version for pedal or lap steel that uses the wide mount bolt pattern with the 4 tabs. Shown here on a Sierra SL8 lap steel with 74 mm overall pole spacing, other pole spacings can be custom ordered.

Mark Kocon · Post by **Mark Kocon** » 15 Aug 2020 1:46 pm

I have the Sierra with the double humbuckers. Any problems?

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 15 Aug 2020 3:19 pm

Mark,

I am not exactly sure what you describing but if you email me a pic Iâ€™m sure I could figure out an arrangement that would fit your steel.

Do you have a larger plate with two George L humbuckers mounted in it? I have never seen that arrangement but it could certainly be done.

Mark Kocon · Post by **Mark Kocon** » 16 Aug 2020 5:07 am

First time sending a picture.

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 16 Aug 2020 9:10 am

My pickup would drop right in, the large rectangle of the pickup body is 1.29 inch x 3.82 inch, both of these dimensions are smaller than the GL pickup.

Would need to make the pole spacing smaller for the neck pickup but that's no problem.

Mark Kocon · Post by **Mark Kocon** » 16 Aug 2020 10:24 am

$250 for the pair?

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 16 Aug 2020 12:42 pm

Yes, $250 plus $13 shipping for a pair., I would just need you email and I will send a PayPal invoice.

Mark Kocon · Post by **Mark Kocon** » 22 Aug 2020 5:05 am

PM sent.

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 22 Aug 2020 9:07 am

Mark, I am not seeing a PM from you, not sure what happened, could you resend, or you can shoot me an email at

scott_swartz@hotmail.com

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 29 Aug 2020 7:37 am

Bump it up please.

Marc Jenkins · Post by **Marc Jenkins** » 11 Sep 2020 2:05 pm

I wanted to give two big thumbs up to Scott here. The Z pickup sounds incredible in my Show Pro! And, the first one Scott sent had incorrect string spacing (we both assumed it would be the same as other Show Pro steels, apparently is not!) and he shipped another at his expense both ways - truly excellent customer care.

I couldnâ€™t recommend higher!

Scott Swartz · Post by **Scott Swartz** » 20 Sep 2020 7:06 am

Bump it up please.

Marc Jenkins · Post by **Marc Jenkins** » 28 Sep 2020 11:49 pm

Iâ€™ve done a couple livestream shows and a couple sessions with my Z pickup-equipped Show Pro. The tone is just wonderful, and the hum is minimal! Very happy engineers

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