DiMarzio Steve Vai Signature Model Evo 2 Bridge Humbucker Pickup – Black

DiMarzio Steve Vai Signature Model Evo 2 Bridge Humbucker Pickup – Black

Experience exceptional power, clarity and expressive dynamics with the DiMarzio DP215FBK Evo 2 Bridge Steve Vai Signature Humbucker Pickup – Black. Developed in collaboration with legendary guitarist Steve Vai, the Evo 2 Bridge combines the aggressive sound of the original Evolution pickup with increased headroom, enhanced tonal control and greater responsiveness to playing technique.

Introduced in 2004, the Evo 2 was created for guitarists who appreciate the powerful character of the Evolution Bridge but want a more versatile response. Steve Vai wanted a pickup that would sound aggressive and powerful when the guitar’s volume was fully open, yet clean up naturally when the volume was reduced.

The result is a pickup that delivers a strong, articulate sound while retaining impressive dynamic sensitivity. Equipped with a ceramic magnet, the Evo 2 Bridge produces a focused attack, controlled bass and a balanced midrange that suits technically demanding guitar performances.

With a manufacturer-rated 375mV output, the Evo 2 delivers substantial power for rock, progressive metal, fusion and instrumental guitar playing. Its output is slightly lower than the original Evolution Bridge, allowing greater dynamic range without sacrificing the character that made the original pickup popular.

One of the Evo 2’s most distinctive features is its use of DiMarzio’s patented Virtual Vintage technology. This design modifies the pickup’s frequency response while preserving its overall tonal personality. In particular, DiMarzio reduced the response in the 4,000–5,000Hz range to provide smoother high frequencies without compromising clarity.

The Evo 2 Bridge also performs particularly well when used in split-coil mode. Its Virtual Vintage construction helps produce a convincing single-coil-style sound, adding tonal versatility when installed with compatible switching electronics.

Under high-gain amplification, the pickup delivers precise attack, strong harmonics and excellent note separation. Rapid alternate-picking passages remain articulate, while powerful rhythm chords retain punch and definition. When the guitar volume is rolled back, its increased headroom allows smoother, cleaner tones.

Designed for the bridge position of compatible six-string solid-body electric guitars, the DP215FBK features F-spaced pole pieces, making it suitable for many tremolo-equipped guitars and other instruments requiring wider string alignment.

Featuring four-conductor wiring, the Evo 2 Bridge supports coil splitting, parallel humbucking and other compatible switching configurations. Its passive construction requires no battery.

For a complementary pickup combination, pair the Evo 2 Bridge with the DiMarzio Evolution Neck (DP158), which balances its powerful bridge response with expressive neck tones.

Finished in classic Black, the DiMarzio DP215FBK Evo 2 Bridge is an excellent upgrade for guitarists seeking aggressive Steve Vai-inspired sound, enhanced dynamics, flexible tonal control and professional-quality humbucker performance.

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