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Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio Tele Middle Chrome Cover Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio Tele Neck Chrome Cover Pickup
The Lari Basilio Tele Middle is designed for the middle pickup position with Strat-style voicing and a 4-conductor cable for wiring flexibility, while the Lari Basilio Tele Neck is built for neck-position duty with a hybrid Alnico 5/4 magnet setup and 3-wire cable. Choose the Middle if you want articulate, chimey tones in the middle slot with series/parallel options; choose the Neck if you're outfitting the neck position and prefer a warmer, more vintage-leaning character.
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Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio Tele Middle Chrome Cover Pickup
Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio Tele Neck Chrome Cover Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio Tele Middle Chrome Cover Pickup | Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio Tele Neck Chrome Cover Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $119.00 | $119.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio Tele Middle Chrome Cover Pickup
- ✓ Designed specifically for middle-position voicing with Strat-style articulation
- ✓ 4-conductor shielded cable enables series, parallel, or split wiring configurations
- ✓ Alnico 5 under low strings plus Alnico 2 under high strings creates articulate, balanced response
- ✓ Moderate output preserves single-coil transparency
Why choose Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio Tele Neck Chrome Cover Pickup
- ✓ Engineered for neck-position tone with balanced warmth and presence
- ✓ Hybrid Alnico 5/4 magnet configuration optimized for cut and definition without harshness
- ✓ DCR of 6.33k sits between vintage warmth and modern clarity
- ✓ 3-wire cotton push-back cable suits both vintage and modern Telecaster wiring schemes
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between these two pickups?
The Middle has Strat-style voicing with Alnico 2 under high strings for extra articulation, while the Neck uses Alnico 4 under high strings for a warmer, more balanced character. The Middle emphasizes chimey clarity; the Neck prioritizes presence with vintage warmth.
Can I use the Middle pickup in the neck position?
Technically both are single-coil Telecasters with similar moderate output and passive design, but the Middle is voiced specifically for middle-position use with Strat-style character, so it would sound thinner and more articulate in the neck slot than intended.
What's the difference in the cables?
The Middle comes with a 4-conductor shielded cable, enabling flexible wiring (series, parallel, split). The Neck includes a 3-wire cotton push-back cable optimized for standard Telecaster wiring schemes and does not offer split or parallel options.
Which is better for blues or classic rock?
The Neck pickup is explicitly designed for blues and classic rock with its balanced, warm character. The Middle is more suited to genres needing articulate, cutting tones in the middle position.