DiMarzio John Petrucci Signature Model Sonic Ecstasy Neck Humbucker Pickup – Sonic Ecstasy

DiMarzio John Petrucci Signature Model Sonic Ecstasy Neck Humbucker Pickup – Sonic Ecstasy

Experience powerful, rich and articulate guitar tone with the DiMarzio DP269F Sonic Ecstasy Neck John Petrucci Signature Humbucker Pickup, developed in collaboration with Dream Theater guitarist John Petrucci. Originally designed for his Ernie Ball Music Man JP16 signature guitar, the Sonic Ecstasy Neck delivers an exceptional combination of warmth, tonal depth and precise note definition.

The Sonic Ecstasy series was developed to produce a massive, expressive sound without the loss of clarity often associated with thicker-sounding humbuckers. Its broad tonal response places particular emphasis on bass and midrange frequencies, creating a warm, full-bodied character that remains articulate even under heavy distortion.

Equipped with a ceramic magnet, the Sonic Ecstasy Neck delivers a focused attack with impressive dynamic sensitivity. Its manufacturer-rated 300mV output provides a strong, balanced signal that works effectively with clean amplifiers, overdrive pedals and high-gain guitar rigs.

One of the pickup’s defining characteristics is its ability to combine powerful low-frequency presence with smooth high frequencies. The result is a rich, fluid neck tone that responds naturally to playing technique, making it particularly suitable for expressive lead solos, fast legato passages, sustained bends and intricate chord voicings.

Designed for John Petrucci’s technically demanding playing style, the Sonic Ecstasy Neck tracks picking attack accurately even during fast passages. Its controlled response allows individual notes to remain clearly defined, helping guitarists maintain articulation within complex progressive rock and metal arrangements.

The pickup also offers versatility for cleaner musical styles. Its warm response complements melodic chord progressions, atmospheric passages and expressive clean playing, while maintaining sufficient definition to prevent the sound from becoming excessively muddy.

Featuring four-conductor wiring, the Sonic Ecstasy Neck supports coil splitting and parallel humbucking when installed with compatible switching electronics. Its passive design requires no battery and integrates with conventional guitar control systems.

Designed specifically for the neck position of compatible six-string electric guitars, the Sonic Ecstasy Neck pairs naturally with the DiMarzio Sonic Ecstasy Bridge DP270F for a balanced combination of articulate neck leads and powerful rhythm tones.

Available exclusively in F-spacing, the Sonic Ecstasy Neck accommodates compatible guitars requiring wider pole-piece alignment. DiMarzio also offers a selection of pickup colours and cover finishes for players seeking a customised appearance.

Whether you’re performing modern progressive metal, expressive instrumental rock or detailed clean passages, the DiMarzio Sonic Ecstasy Neck offers a distinctive combination of powerful warmth, excellent clarity and responsive playing dynamics.

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