DMT Guitar Pickups
LEGENDARY TONE…FOR LEGENDS…AND LEGENDS IN THE MAKING®
COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED IN THE USA.
You’ll find no shortage of tone from Dean Magnetic Technologies. Our DMT electric guitar pickups are the brain child of Dean USA Custom Shop maestro Pat Baker. From rock to metal, classic to modern, we’ve created a one stop shop for all your pickup needs.
Completely hand-wound here in the USA, satisfy your sonic palette today and discover Dean Magnetic Technologies for yourself!
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Whether you are looking to mod/upgrade your guitar, capture the essence of your favorite artist, or carve your own path, Dean Magnetic Technologies has what you’re searching for.
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Baker Act
Pat Baker is the driving force behind the DMT pickup line. As a player, Pat is perhaps the finest shred/rock player you will hear. His signature pickup The BAKER ACT has the output, guts, and grit that players of his stature are entitled to.
What to expect: High output • Great low & mid response • Very dynamic
| Position | Bridge / G&F-Spaced |
| Bobbin/Cvr Color | Black/Black, Cream/Black |
| Cable | 4 Conductor |
| Magnet | Alnico 5 |
| DC Resistance | 17.3K |
Michael Amott Tyrant
The TYRANT pickup is recommended for the Bridge position and makes a great combination with the Nostalgia pickup (Neck) when paired together. High output and strong high-end with singing harmonics and sustain. Excellent choice for everything from classic rock to all out metal.
What to expect: Passive pickup • Super heavy high gain rhythm • Classic rock lead tone
| Position | Bridge / G&F-Spaced |
| Bobbin/Cvr Color | Nickel / Large Hex Pole Pieces |
| Cable | 4 Conductor |
| Magnet | Alnico 5 |
| DC Resistance | 16.2K |
Equalizer
Strong output with singing harmonics. Even with its high output it still retains good high end. Very versatile pickup that works well in many styles of music.
What to expect: Strong output • Singing harmonics • Great mid & treble response
| Position | Bridge / Neck, G&F-Spaced |
| Bobbin/Cvr Color | Black/Black, Cream/Black |
| Cable | 4 Conductor |
| Magnet | Alnico 5 |
| DC Resistance | 16.2K |
Revelation 7
The REVELATION 7 pickup has a hot output while retaining low-end clarity, which is important so that the low B string doesn’t sound muddy. The tonality of this pickup is very close to Dean’s TIME CAPSULE – perfect for players who want that vintage Dean tone in their 7-String.
What to expect: Hot output • Retains low-end clarity • Vintage Dean tone
| Position | Bridge / Neck, G&F-Spaced |
| Bobbin/Cvr Color | Black/Black |
| Cable | 4 Conductor |
| Magnet | Ceramic |
| DC Resistance | 14.20K |
Mountain of Tone
Leslie West made his mark around the world with his band Mountain back in the early 70s. The sound used to record the timeless classic “Mississippi Queen” has been captured in the Leslie West MOUNTAIN OF TONE pickup.
What to expect: High output neck pickup • Thick mids • Smooth attack
| Position | Bridge / G-Spaced |
| Bobbin/Cvr Color | Satin Nickel Cvrs, Black/Black |
| Cable | Single Conductor |
| Magnet | Alnico 5 |
| DC Resistance | 16.57K |
Time Capsule
The TIME CAPSULE series of pickups is what Dean currently uses in their original TC series guitars. These pickups capture the biting tones of the vintage Dean instuments produced from 1977 to 1986 with very strong lows and mids.
What to expect: Hot output • Thick mids • Flat lows • Great in bridge & neck
| Position | Bridge / Neck, G&F-Spaced |
| Bobbin/Cvr Color | Black/Black, Cream/Black |
| Cable | 4 Conductor |
| Magnet | Ceramic |
| DC Resistance | 14.20K |
Flathead
You can spot a FLATHEAD pickup in a flash by its double adjustable coils. In comparison to the Nostalgia series, this pickup has a warmer sound and utilizes an Alnico 2 magnet like the original PAF pickups of the 50″s. Available both in neck and bridge models with a slightly higher output in the bridge position.
What to expect: Vintage output • Tone of the 50’s • Warm, round sound
| Position | Bridge / Neck |
| Bobbin/Cvr Color | Black/Black |
| Cable | Single Conductor |
| Magnet | Alnico 2 |
| DC Resistance | Bridge 7.9K / Neck 7.6K |
Nostalgia
The NOSTALGIA pickup is a vintage style humbucking pickup great for classic rock and blues. The moderate output of the NOSTALGIA makes it a favorite for those guitarists seeking classic tones with balanced tonal response.
Vintage output • Balanced EQ • Smooth & even tones
| Bridge / Neck | Bridge / G-Spaced |
| Bobbin/Cvr Color | Black/Black, Cream/Black |
| Cable | Single Conductor |
| Magnet | Alnico 5 |
| DC Resistance | Bridge 8.1K / Neck 7.8K |
