What Is The Filtertron Sound?

Filtertron pickups are some of the most under rated guitar pickups out there in my opinion, their sparkle and overall balance make them super versatile and one of the best pickups you can put in any guitar!

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[lopez_prado]

The intro song is She Sells Sanctuary by The Cult
In case anyone was wondering.

[RobertBakerGuitar]

I still have never even played a guitar with true Filtertrons. I think this needs to change. Killer video dude.

[johncrafton]

I heard Seth Lover and Ray Butts eventually worked together to create a hybrid, called the Butts-Lover Humbuckers. Apparently, they have a rounder, thicker tone than the regular FilterTrons.

[keithrulong]

I inherited my grandfather's 1964 Gretsch County Gentleman. With a Supetron in the neck and a Filtertron in the bridge. Matched with a Bigsby Vibrato, it has a truly unique sound, bright and sparkling. Most people ask about the Supertron. I tell them, "It's the best neck pick-up I've ever heard. I am more than happy to demonstrate for anyone who wants to hear. Any reason to play this cherished guitar is all I need to send me into a colorful soundscape. Played through my VOX, Peavey or Fender amps, it sounds Great!
Filtertrons kick ass!

[jonlag]

This “what is the series has been a lot of fun to watch. Congrats on the idea and all the great follow-through. Thanks, Rhett!

[renegonzalez]

I really hope for a “What is the Rickenbacker sound” video

[Kaelan]

Would be cool to see a shootout of the "in-between" pickups such as mini-humbuckers, filtertrons, and p90s

[WS]

The Cult and a Gretsch. So awesome. Billy Duffy killed it on that song with a White Falcon and it's awesome to see you cover it as well. I love Gretsch guitars and they're my all time favorites.

[RCSmiths]

The tones you highlight are surreal! Definitely makes me want to experiment to get a tone that's satisfying!

[noremacbeez]

That is one of the best explanations of why the Gretsch sound works so well with delays and it is so hard to put into words what we hear or perceive with our ears. as always Rhett

[sweetdrahthaar]

Here’s a puppy tip Rhett. Get several sets of socks fully laundered and tie them as pairs in knots. Every time the pup picks up something other than his sock toys hand him a sock toy. They love them because their teeth go down between those knots. In no time at all the pup will want to chew on nothing but those. I’ve been using that method for decades. Mostly on larger breeds, but training that way when they still have their puppy teeth and it’s a done deal. Cute lil doggo that Penny. 👍🏻

[Roberestiffler]

I'm so glad you name and acknoledge Brian Setzer as a stand-out guitarrist. Many people don't give him the recognition he deserves. Brilliant video.

[QueuePea]

I love the sound of Filtertrons, and I am interested in acquiring a Gretsch to get that sound. The Who's "Who's Next" was recorded with a 6120, and I just love the sound of the electric guitar on that album. Nice delve into the history of this great pickeup.

[DunDefFAN]

I’d love to see a “what is the Gold Foil sound” video.
Loving the series.

[comeflywithme]

Just an FYI, DeArmond was the name of manufacturer for the original Gretsch pickups, called DeArmond "dynasonic" pickups :)



(For reference, this was simply a tip to the name of the original gretsch pickups mentioned in the video, since there seems to be misunderstanding with every reply I get).

[mattcampbellmusic]

I would love to see a "What Is The Gold Foil Sound?" Video! Deep dive into the Tiesco, Guyatone, Silvertone, and Harmony guitars and those wicked pickups!

[ArielElijah]

We need a follow up! When comparing these middle-of-the-road pickups, especially for you, how do you decide between Filtertrons and P90s?

I’d love to hear your take on a shootout for when you choose one over the other for a song, and pros/cons in relation to each other specifically!

[Sftd]

I love your knowledge of Chet Atkins. He's the best guitar player ever. Most guys our age don't even know who he is and I'm glad you continue to talk about him in a lot of your videos. The first music I recall ever hearing was Chet Atkins. My Dad played his music religiously on his 1960 Chet Atkins solid body 6121 model. I have that guitar now after his passing. Curt Wilson recently completely brought that guitar back to life for me. Keep up the great videos.

[felipew]

Please do a "What is the Mini Humbucker sound." I know firebird humbuckers are similar, but they do have a different construction. So make of that what you will.
Thanks for the vid, great as always 👍

[thmpr]

You fill in so many blanks that I would’ve had to spend a ton of money on buying all the variations to know “what it’s like.” Really appreciate your channel. Thanks Rhett