Filtertrons vs Dynasonics vs Hilotrons! Gretsch Pickup Shootout/Comparison!

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What are the differences between Gretsch pickups?
Gretsch offer more pickup options then many realise, so I wanted to put three of their pickups against each other, and in a track to see how they sound! The Dynasonics and Hilotrons are single coils and the Filtertrons (TV Classics) are humbuckers.
Let me know what you think! Cheers for watching!
0:00 - Intro Track
1:51 - Prologue
2:51 - Tone Comparison
4:07 - Verdict!
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@evanhansen5064 Жыл бұрын

the dynasonics seemed to have the most articulate bass and string seperation which i’ve found to be very important in many genres

@Kevin-the-Just Жыл бұрын

Came for the pickup info. Stayed for the music. Bravo.

@BenNeal 10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@thenewmedic 2 жыл бұрын

I listened twice just to hear that intro track. So good! Great demo

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@dggydddy59 Жыл бұрын

Once again I am really enjoying your intro track! If this is your own material I must say you've got excellent compositional ideas and fabulous execution. Nicely done, friend!

@dtk3600 Жыл бұрын

This was soooo rad! I ended up getting the 2-tone smoke green Gretsch because this video sold me on it! Remarkable playing and dare I say "incredible video editing!" Keep up the professional work! Very impressive all-around! Love from San Francisco!

@stringedaz 6 ай бұрын

I started the video expecting to find one pickup superior to the others. I think they are all slightly different but have a similar overall tone--bright, articulate, clear, hi-fi. I could see how someone could prefer one to the other, but it would be merely a taste thing, and not a knock on the other ones. Great demo! Very informative. That said, I think I liked the Hilotrons best.

@mtken0321 Жыл бұрын

man, just wanted to check out the pick up comparison. was stunned by the quality of demo you made. talented!! applauds!! awesome!

@ElephantTusks 2 жыл бұрын

The intro track is stellar.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏽

@kevinmcgovern5110 2 жыл бұрын

Very well done, straightforward comparison. One of the most helpful on YT. Thank you!

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙏🏽

@tinkercitymusic 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful demo this is. INCREDIBLE track at the beginning. Subscribed!

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽

@marcvanhie4425 19 күн бұрын

Your playing is so tasteful Ben! Love it.

@BenNeal 9 күн бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏🏼

@Sealevelsounds1 Жыл бұрын

Man, what a killer opening track! And an excellent comparison video. They all sound fantastic, but there is something special about the wide-open clarity of Dynasonics. Good choice on sticking with them. I am a relative newcomer to Gretsch guitars and I love learning about all the subtle differences between the pickup types and models.

@theblytonian3906 Жыл бұрын

Reasons why we all -need- want more than one Gretsch.

@imyourmutter 2 жыл бұрын

That opening track is delicious! Great playing man. All the pickups sounded great!

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Daniel!

@mic2261 2 жыл бұрын

What a Fantastic and Comprehensive Gretsch pickup comparison! You helped me decide which pickups I want in my new project guitar!! Thank You!!

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mic, you’re welcome! What did you decide?

@seanbatterberry 5 ай бұрын

I know this is 2 years old, but I've been just listening to that opening track over and over again just jamming along on my own Gretsch Duo Jet. Such a freaking vibe dude! You're so talented 🤘🏻

@origionalawesome 2 жыл бұрын

Such a good test, I could absolutely hear differences in the side by side, I found that each of them had a spot where they would shine as the "best in category" but I prefer the Dynasonics overall

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah all great and all different! I agree that the Dynasonics take the cake for me, most of the time!

@smutsharry 2 жыл бұрын

Great demo! Well thought out and executed!

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙏🏽

@ryanbirabent-genone9219 11 ай бұрын

Man, killer intro and awesome comparison. All of these pickups sound great! Also, props on the shirt - I lived in Santa Cruz for about a decade.

@BenNeal 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@sixstringgypsy1 2 жыл бұрын

This is a really great video. My fave are the Dynas, but this is really a great demo very simply and efficiently showcasing everything you need to know about each. They all sound great in their own way. Beautiful, beautiful tone and playing- sounds like it's in your hands mainly, as it should be.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I agree, the Dynas are my favourite!

@sixstringgypsy1 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenNeal Another thought: it's almost as if the Dynas are "talking clearly" whenever I use them. It's like going from AM to FM, or, really, a voice in the room. Or like my conscience speaking and then the very words finally coming across my own lips, turning the thought into idea (and maybe subsequently, a work). That, but with music, and a guitar. Dynas personally help me play better and more complete, very much being the voice in my head- if any of that makes a bit of sense...

@daddyhotrock 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, finally, a pickup comparison that works! To me, most pickup shootouts on KZfaq are useless because usually the takes are so long, that by the time the next pickup is on I've forgotten what the second one before that sounded like. I like the Dynasonics.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙏🏽

@jimmyhansen5842 2 жыл бұрын

You're right and too many demos are with drive pedals😔

@GoldTopDeluxe70 2 жыл бұрын

A Tennessee Rose w/ Hilotrons has been my main electric for about 15 years. I am feeling I’d like to try some Filtertrons, maybe a Duojet. Great comparison that reminds me why I got the T-Rose in the first place!

@shaalis 2 жыл бұрын

The most helpful video for comparison I've ever seen.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you!

@enmanuelpeguero814 Жыл бұрын

Man i just love this video, it's amazing I'm finishing loving the three pickups.

@BenNeal Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! They're all great!

@kirkp_nextguitar 2 жыл бұрын

Great job: clean, short samples, good consistent playing make it easy to compare.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@andyvitali7510 5 ай бұрын

Damn! That intro!❤ Some TWOD vibes that I love

@margaretzabinski9977 Жыл бұрын

I love all things Gretsch so they were all keepers. Keep up the great work.

@BenNeal Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Thank you!

@VladCotrus 6 ай бұрын

I remember I came across this video when I was searching for filter'tron videos for my Telecaster project and I was mesmerized by your little tune at the beginning. Time went by and I had this stuck in my head and I could not find you anymore. But here I am after 2 years, and this time I subscribed and followed you on IG also. Really nice work.

@childofzoso2790 Жыл бұрын

Great Shootout! I just bought a Gretsch with Filter'Trons it has not arrive yet, I also have two with Broad'Trons which I really like since I play a lot of heavy songs. Getting one with Dynasonics after watching this!! Killer playing really highlights the Gretsch sound. Cheers!

@AlexPriceMusician 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for this 🙏🏼

@mark-dietz Жыл бұрын

Im picking up a 5622t today, and Im already shopping for options without even playing it yet lol. Its got the HiLo ones. Actually Ive been just checking out Gretsch players and their sounds, in anticipation of getting this guitar, and your sound on that opening track is heavenly! SUBBED!

@alisterwiddowson4283 Жыл бұрын

cracking demo mate, cheers!

@BenNeal Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@user-mx6th7dx2r 8 ай бұрын

Huh these Intro melodies are just so perfect! Also that has some kind of vibe I've heard on "The Midnight" records. 80❤

@ArturBrzozowski444 Жыл бұрын

This intro was amazing!

@AlbertoMartinezDelRio 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Ben!

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alberto!

@twoys440 Ай бұрын

BROOOO THAT INTRO TRACK IS FIRE

@Lalairu Жыл бұрын

Wow that intro is AMAZING. You made me love Gretsch guitars even more! I love hollow body guitars (all of them, the Gibson ES175 is other dream guitar) but these bodies are too big for me. I feel the same with dreadnought acoustics. I bought an Ibanez AG85 recently loaded with mini humbuckers and it feels very confy... and sounds amazing too! I always wanted some of the Gretsch sound though, and I am considering installing a dynasonic in the neck. The only issue I see is that the pickups are floating, the sound would be pretty different. Thanks for the video, hugs from Spain :D

@windub9203 4 ай бұрын

That intro alone made me subscribe in the first couple seconds, awesome comparison vid too. Thank you!

@BenNeal 4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 🙏🏼

@windub9203 12 күн бұрын

@@BenNeal Mate, you need to record a video of a couple tracks just so we can enjoy you playing a bunch of Gretsch's! Totally epic!

@jasonmoore5675 2 жыл бұрын

Like all three pickups but prefer the dynasonics. The intro is incredible ... subscribed ... looking forward to more of your playing.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Me too! Thanks so much!

@alisterwiddowson2412 Жыл бұрын

Cracking vid, thanks Ben. just made up my mind to get some dynasonics

@BenNeal Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Hopefully you like them as much as I do!

@davidanastasovski1188 Жыл бұрын

If I have to choose one... its hard but yeah, "Dynasonics" ( cause they remind me the most of that "origin Gretsch sound" that was on most of the recordings time-back ). They're all great sounding, Thanks for the review Ben, great skills.

@ClaiborneBassard Жыл бұрын

Wow intro song was sick! Great job

@portsideguitar1981 2 жыл бұрын

They all sound different and all sound great. I’d be happy with any of these!

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Yep agreed!

@thesurfjunkies Жыл бұрын

Excellent demo and we agreed with your assessment.

@BenNeal 10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@markorfila3832 Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous tones !

@BenNeal 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@addamchavarria 2 жыл бұрын

That intro track didnt have to slap so hard but it did and I love it hahahaha PLEASE MAKE IT A FULL SONG!!!!

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha thanks so much! Yeah I might!

@addamchavarria 2 жыл бұрын

@@BenNeal please do!

@cameronfreeman6280 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant, thanks!

@arthurrose6473 Жыл бұрын

Looking at exactly these pups and your video was perfect. Your intro very nice and Gretsch! Right again on Gretsch pups- they are all special and thus your video, spot on, still leaves me unable to choose- the HiloTron seems to have both of the other two... Probably try the HT. THANKS!

@StevenDoyleYes Жыл бұрын

not me looping the intro track... i usually skip those things. great taste, great demo 👏

@stevec.1802 5 ай бұрын

couldn’t have described it better. All three pickups have their toneality, i do like the dynasonic pickups since i have them in my 2005 G6120, and appreciate their history and articulate sound in an ensemble situation. 🎧 Thank you- Ben.

@paoloelicano 2 жыл бұрын

That was a very nice intro song!

@jerrymckenzie1858 Жыл бұрын

I prefer the clarity of the Dynasonics!

@kerranz 2 жыл бұрын

The Dynasonics are the spikiest. The Hilotrons are woodiest. The TVJ's are the most balanced, but a little gritty.

@michaelparson-mcnamara782 Жыл бұрын

Firstly, thanks for posting this and congrats on such a nice opening piece! I've been playing since August of '63 and still do everyday. I miss my early '60s Tennessean. I loved those Hi Lo Trons! Being retired and on a budget, I coverted an Epiphone WildKat into my "6120"; FilterTrons, flat top knobs, Grover Imperials and hopefully soon, a Sintoms zero fret. I am aiming at an Electromatic Jet with Dynasonics, but just saw they've released a model with some new P90's. IF I can pull it off, I'll do another WildKat up as a "6119". Though I've owned a lot of guitars, I mostly played Strats or an Epiphone Riviera ('68)with mini's. Now that I'm retired, I like having a nice "paint box" and having the LP, Strats, Tele and 6120 covered, it's time for more Gretsch flavors. LOL

@JRandallS Жыл бұрын

You know I think you need all three...and I'm not kidding. The question of which sounds the best is going to be subjective. Arguably you might want each of those nuanced tones for specific assignments. For my style of playing and the things I like to play, the Filtertrons might be best, which is good cause that is what my Gretsch has. However I really like the other two options as well. Thanks for putting this together it was helpful.

@mrmanch204 Жыл бұрын

How the he'll can you not liie any of them with that glorious piece at thd intro. I have found over the years to get the best from any guitar, you havde to 'learn' what the instrument has to offer. If you have been playing a tele all your guitar life, and you pick up a Les Paul, you will not be able to apply the same skill and techniques you have acquired. That also goes for two guitars of the same model. Mr Neal, you have demonstrated (with great mastery and eloquence), that you know exactly how to get the best from each instrument. Really a joy to listen to.

@wadeyes 9 ай бұрын

Very cool and well done video. One càn easily discern the difference. Thanks.

@Glicksman1 2 жыл бұрын

There is nothing like a Gretsch. My first electric guitar (1957 Streamliner w/one Pat. Pend. Filtertron and a Melita), and latest guitar (Harrison Duo -Jet w/two Dynasonics) were Gretschs. A nice bookend pair. I had a Tennessean for while with H-Lo Trons and it was so nice. They all have their charm, as you said.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Special things!

@ZachariahConnor 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely intro track

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jammininthejammies4982 Жыл бұрын

Love the Dynasonics in that Falcon!

@BenNeal Жыл бұрын

Me too 😍

@TheNeonRabbit Жыл бұрын

Thanks for a good comparison without a bunch of fuzz etc.

@Jeremiah_NE 2 жыл бұрын

the Filter'Tron seem to have more midrange and bottom end, which I guess makes sense. I've read the Hilo'Tron and the Dynasonic fall into the Strat/Tele range of pickup sounds. All that said, you're still you playing (nice job, btw), so a lot of the tone is coming from your technique and the construction of each guitar itself. I like your solution of just having 3 separate guitars and that makes the most sense for me as well. Thank you for the video

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! Yeah I think they’re all great for different things!

@fretnut3510 Жыл бұрын

Nice comparison video. On a side note, I like the T-shirt. It's from my hometown.

@calebjensen3465 Жыл бұрын

Seriously that intro tack is so good! Is that something you have recorded anywhere? I want to listen on a platform

@lucistired 2 жыл бұрын

I think I like the hilotrons the most. They have a lovely clarity to them without really skipping out on any frequencies. They sound a lot like Wide Range Humbuckers to my ears, or at least if Gretsch made a wide range

@ChristopheArribat 2 жыл бұрын

I agree. On the hunt for my first Gretsch ; I liked the Dynasonics better than Filtertrons (no surprise as I always like singlecoils better than 'buckers) so I was about to get a pre-59 VS Gretsch .. But I just discovered the existence of these Hi-lo-Trons and I can't understand why there aren't more guitars with them, they sound awesome, the G6119T-62 VS might be what I was looking for ! (and yes I get why you compare them to WRHBs, these pickups have that mix of both punch and clarity)

@vousandi8673 Ай бұрын

an absolutely beautiful song in the intro.

@adrianfripp545 2 жыл бұрын

Not to be a troll or anything, but I think there is a huge difference. I've got an Anniversary with Filtertrons and a Duo Jet with D'Armonds. Yes, I know: totally different guitars as well, but still. I could never get the snap out of the Filtertrons that I get from the D'Armonds. D'Armonds have magnetic pole pieces (like our revered teles and strats) while the Filtertrons are built like a humbucker with a bar magnet under non-magnetic pole pieces. The difference is pretty clear in your demo. It really makes a difference in what you do with your right hand. If there is an argument that one really must have a tele AND a strat, then it's also clear that one must have at least THREE Gretschs, each with a different pup set... ;-) Great demo format.

@RustyMadd 4 ай бұрын

For me I like the Dynasonics, really close second is the Hilotrons, then the Filtertrons. But I've been playing humbuckers lately and that may be biasing me toward the Hilotrons. They do indeed all sound great and sound "Gretsch." Nice quick side by side demo. Thanks for doing it quickly and without comment. But those Dynasonics have a great high-end chime. 😎

@Davimre 2 жыл бұрын

The dyna are the closest to my ears to a tele pickup. The hilos are more scooped and strat-y. The filtertrons have their own thing: hollow humbucker with a bright top end.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah great observations!

@Terribleguitarist89 8 ай бұрын

I have to agree, I've always loved the dyna sound but being a strat player the hilos did have a "familiar" tone to them in hindsight.

@smop 2 жыл бұрын

Hilotrons sounded nicer than I expected, I’ll have to check those out more. I haven’t seen them on too many recent guitars.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

They’re definitely not as common, but they’re great!

@chimpsticks1 2 жыл бұрын

I have one in the neck of my Tele. It's perfect there.

@Sirstarfish Жыл бұрын

I'd take a hi-lo neck and a Filtertron bridge. But the middle position on that falcon is sublime!

@bigduke6702 2 жыл бұрын

I love my Dynasonics. They sound kinda "raw" to me. Your playing is brilliant, thanks.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

I agree! Thanks!

@yannickvandenbroeck7582 3 ай бұрын

Hi Ben, that intro is wicked ! Would you mind sharing the effects you are using ? Cheers

@EduardoMartinez-dm5pp 2 жыл бұрын

I think I like more Dynasonic, kinda feel the sound is closer to an acoustic guitar... Dunno who wants to have this sound on an electric guitar

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Same 😊

@thebrysmith3 Жыл бұрын

Accidentally turned on chapter repeat and had to watch the sweet intro twice. Dang.

@cass2771 2 жыл бұрын

First thing, my Tenny has HiLoTrons, so it was doing my head in trying to associate Filter’Trons with your Tennessee Rose! I have been wondering about swapping out my pickups with . . FilterTrons. Er, no . . . Dynasonics. Aaarghh! No matter what I switch to, I know I’m going to miss what I had! So, yes, more guitars. Or maybe just accept that other pick ups are great, but enjoy what I have (and work on my technique). Lovely playing, Thank You!

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Yeah I’ve thought about swapping my dynasonics out for filtertrons for some time, but I think I would miss what I have too much!

@bompobilly 14 күн бұрын

Great vid, and great playing. Great combo with the White Falcon and the Dynasonics. Just the right amount of break up. I Have a WF with TV Jones. I love it, but may have to look for a Duo Jet with Dynasonics. Are they single coil or like a mini humbucker? Anyway, thanks for a great vid. 👍🏼

@BenNeal 9 күн бұрын

That falcon would be epic! The dynasonics are single coils 🙏🏼

@GamerPastHisPrime 6 ай бұрын

I had never heard Hilotrons before. I really liked those. They all sound great.

@chaskiandcie 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for your awesome video. Now I know that it's the FT that is really not my cuppa, but all the other gretsch pickups sound nice =)

@thoretornado1671 Жыл бұрын

Great comparison! Interestingly the top end sounds 100% similar to me from all three PUs and even my Blacktop Filters have the same thing going on. Luckily, otherwise I would have to change them. But this is typical for Gretsch guitars in general I belive. Amplified (!) even lower priced models deliver absolutely excellent compared to the more expensive guitars. Back to the PUs: The real differences are audible in the lower mid range where the Filtertron is the beefiest. If one needs more clarity here in certain situations, he may try to scoop some frequencies with an EQ before swaping PUs. These are US Dynasonics in your Falcon, so I would not recomend to change anything here. This guitar is killer as it is!

@EricMakingWaves Жыл бұрын

Yo, what did you use for drums on that opening track? Was loving that snare sound in particular. Great demo dude.

@opus1952 6 ай бұрын

It was good to hear these guitars normal ie, less like rockabilly style. They all sounded good.😎👍🎸

@simoneric8183 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this interesting test. I started guitar by playing on acoustics, prior to switching on electrics, so I'm especially aware of what's going on with clean tones. I recently discovered Reverend guitars and bought a Warhawk (RT model with purely amazing homemade Revtrons pickups). Those pickups are described by Reverend people as a better responsive hybridation of Gretsch Filtertrons. So I'd be much curious if you could one day present some comparison between a Gretsch and a Warhawk.

@larrybstreetfish5852 Жыл бұрын

Great demo! I purchased my first Gretsch in 2010. I bought used without getting to play it first. It was a 6128TCG with Dynas. I wanted that Great Gretsch sound...and didn't find it, in that guitar. It was gorgeous, played wonderfully...but those Dynas, even after some adjustments, left me feeling..meh. I was able to score a trade for a 6136T with Filters...and there was that sound!!! I no longer have that Falcon, but have owned many other proline Gretsches. Currently I have a 6119T Rose with Filters, and that thing rings, and chimes. With all of that said, your Falcon sounds absolutely amazing with the Dynas...so, perhaps it is the big hollowbody that makes the Dynas come to life. 👌👍

@davidcudlip6587 11 ай бұрын

DynaSonics have to be raised very close to the strings. Sometimes even with shims. I have one in my Gretsch 6120 Eddie Cochran model bridge. Dog Ear P90 in the neck.

@seanzinger 2 ай бұрын

I’ve never had a Gretsch and I am debating a 6128 with filtertrons vs dynasonic pickups. By the way, the intro track is amazing!!

@PatrickJWenzel 9 ай бұрын

Unreal tune at the start mate. Came here in search of pickups to replace the BTBTs in my NTM G5622. Bit muddy for my liking.

@frankpfau9054 Жыл бұрын

awesome work! thank you very much… but… now it’s not easier to choose because they all sound fantastic…

@BenNeal Жыл бұрын

Haha agreed! Thank you!

@sidyal 2 жыл бұрын

Just what I was looking for. Clear, concise and a great opening demo. The Dynasonic's edge it for me.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks heaps! Yeah they’re my pick too!

@vasiliy2207 4 ай бұрын

Hi! Nice review. What strings set are you using?

@robertdouglas4293 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for info, considering a Gretsch,

@BenNeal 10 ай бұрын

All good. They’re great!

@onian7861 3 ай бұрын

Hey what pedals are you using in this? Your tones are stunning!

@toddheimbuch5429 2 жыл бұрын

I was excited to hear your soundcheck, but all I could get out of it was that you have three great sounding guitars there. I think you should expand the test a bit...more variety in string attack..less focus on long ringing notes, and minimize the reverb..you know, short solo note runs, some chunk-chunk string muting stuff,...I feel it would reveal more about each guitar's attributes. I hope you take my suggestion, I am genuinely interested in a more complex analysis

@shot3663 Жыл бұрын

Maravilloso Sonido, Felicidades! 🫶

@umrasangus 2 жыл бұрын

that song gave me Grace Under Pressure kinda vibes.. which I like!! Dynasonics are amazing, but I'm pretty sure that the hilotrones sound that good because they were designed for a semi hollow body like that gretsch has. either way, I love it

@raymckenna188 Жыл бұрын

Nice intro

@walterhambrick8705 Жыл бұрын

I have 5 Gretsch guitars: 4 5422 models, 2 6 string and 2 12 strings and a Country Classic all with Filtertrons. My Epiphone Dot has a Filtertron in the bridge position.

@DevInvest Ай бұрын

superb

@titi64230 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video ! Are thèse classic dynasonic in your falcon or the seymour duncan ? Thnaks

@BenNeal Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah just Gretsch Dynasonics!

@VoodooLoveChild 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man. Love the back to back comparison, as well as used in an actual track. Super useful to be able to help choose between the Dynas and Filtertrons. I have Dynas in my Gretsch and love them, but have been thinking about putting a Filtertron in one of the pickup positions to help distinguish/separate the tonal character a little, especially for leads when I need to stand out. Do you/anyone have any suggestions for pairing Dynasonics? The Filtertrons sound hotter but also darker than the Dynas, so not sure which one would be better for lead, compared to rhythm. I guess it's all relative to playing style and preference.

@BenNeal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! I’ve been tossing up a similar thing for my White Falcon. I’ve been recommend the TV Jones Classic Plus for the bridge. Apparently it matches well with a Dynasonic or T-Armond in the neck. Every time I go to order one for the bridge though, I pick up my Gretsch and remember how much I love the Dynasonic 🤣

@leapingtortoise Жыл бұрын

I might be late to the party. I have a Gretsch penguin that came with Dynasonics. I swapped out the bridge for a TV Jones Classic Plus. They pair extremely well. The bridge has a bit more grunt/bight and plays a bit nicer with my drive stages (I generally run into a clean vox amp). I absolutely love the sound of the Dyna in the neck. I can't really articulate exactly what it is about the tone but it's got this almost woody sound with a little chime. Phenomenal clean sounds. I do need to be a little more careful with drive to avoid it getting too muddy, although I recently got a Tumnus Deluxe and the three band eq has helped keep it from getting muddy so an eq might solve that issue. Middle position I think is a little brighter than just the two dynas, very very chimey, particularly into a vox amp. I've found riding the tone knob either at the guitar or on a drive is a good option. This position pairs nicely with my tube screamer (VS-XO) voicing. Both pickups are matched volume-wise. One thing I will not is that while my originally dynasonic in the neck is still shiny gold, the newer TV Jones bridge has tarnished, although they did look similar when the tv Jones was installed.

@leapingtortoise Жыл бұрын

Oh, and one other note. The dyna is WAY noisier than the TV Jones. I've shielded the guitar/pickups and it helps, but if your in a venue where you have to deal with EMI there's not much to be done outside of volume knobs and noise gates

@robsmith6443 2 жыл бұрын

What about Broad'trons?...been looking at Streamliners and wondering about the pickups. I haven't heard a side by side comparison to filters, but I did read that they don't clean up well on a tube amp with volume control? On the other hand, Gretsch says they're similar to filters with a bit of mid-range punch and less twang.( I like the clarity of Filters but I'm not really about twang)...What do you think?