Dragonfire Neohex Rails vs Dimarzio X2N - METAL!

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

UPDATE: The squealing was not remedied by lowering the pickups. I double checked my wiring making sure there was no grounding issues. Finally I swapped these out with the Dragonfire Screamers. Problem solved. The Dragonfire people accepted my return graciously. While I cannot recommend these pickups for metal, as they have too much output in my experience.

[@jasonjones2769]

I swear sometimes they don't wax there pickups consistently I noticed a couple of other KZbinrs had feedback problems with another model the hexbuckers which are there dimarzio super distortion clones

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@jasonjones2769 I think I've seen the video you're referring to. Yes, these Neohex Rails definitely had a lot of noise. Not sure what the reason is. It certainly could be a wax potting issue.

[@thephoenixcycle8854]

I love the X2N in my 6 strings with normal size strings. But the pick up loses its stuff when you have big strings playing. Looking for something new for my 7 string. I couldn't imagine using one for the bass.

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Interesting. I've never noticed that before...

[@MichaelDespairs]

IMO thinner strings always sound better for metal. I play in B standard and use a .052 for the low B it's basically a set of 9's with a .052 - I think thick strings sound like a bass guitar and give a modern djent tone which I can't stand. I have tried a Duncan Distortion on a 27" baritone with thick strings and it sounded like djent bass. I went back to the EMG 81

[@thedanksavatron7782]

Nissssssssssssssssssce 🍻 Definitely gonna get a pair!

[@acidbath3226]

the dragonfires seem to have a bit more higher mid brightness only noticeable in the lower notes (to me)

[@jedfiekel9809]

Mike, Have you tried the Dragonfire "Dark Phat" hot Alnico5 pickups??? They also come with blacked out oversized poles!!!

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

I haven't! Thanks for the suggestion. Have you tried them? Do you like them?

[@jedfiekel9809]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 i have not... I'm about to order them now. They're a $100 for a set... I'm hoping there's a good reason why they're more expensive. Based on the specs... I'll bet they sound absolutely killer!

[@ShadyLurk3r92]

Hard to tell the difference but they sound killer though. Awesome riffs as usual too!

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Thanks!

[@kingpriapatius5832]

I did a blind test. Hard to spot a difference especially in the mix. Im a Dimarzio fan (Evolution), but they were almost identical.

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Yeah, I agree with you. I've tried D-Activators and the Super 3. I like the X2N the best.

[@jasonjones2769]

Did you try flipping the pickup with the pole pieces on the bottom what I know the crunchlab and dimarzio d sonic have a brighter sound with the rail on the bottom

[@jasonjones2769]

That design gives you slightly two different sounds in each pickup

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@jasonjones2769 I haven't tried that. They sound pretty good the way they are.

[@joeyalbanesi412]

I feel like the X2N’s and this probably goes for most pickups, in that I feel they sacrifice an even EQ response but in turn sound more focused. There’s something very unique about the x2n top end that I still can’t tell if I like or not. Sort of trash can and fizzy sounding like but definitely a bit of an evil sound. You can really hear those interesting harmonics they produce on the riff :45 seconds Left To Die by Death as an example. The compressed tight mid range they have in your demo definitely exaggerates the alternate picking, which no doubt helps gain clarity in death metal riffing. It’s almost like they have a compressed midrange but loose and extended top end imo, where that fizzyness in their sound comes from

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

That is great feedback! I love the X2N. It's still my favorite passive pickup. Thanks for commenting!

[@nicholasfernandez3938]

Are you guys working on in new killer awesome album

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

We are! Got 9 songs done. Just working on lyrics/vocals. Expect the next album late 2021 or early 2022.

[@vicktor_damian6612]

hey brother ,, Could you make a review video about the new All JACKSONs king V 7 Strings.. Jackson X SERIES RRX24-7 Jackson X SERIES KING V™ KVX-MG7 JACKSON X SERIES RHOADS RRX24-MG7 Please.. Pros & Cons

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Hmmm. Well I haven't bought any of the 2021 models, and I don't think I will. If I did make a video, it would just be my opinion on the new models. Not sure how interesting that would be...

[@vicktor_damian6612]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 okay.. I got one of your older video of Jackson Rhoads RRX24 -7 .. Its quite helpful.. Its Just The Neck wood Is Poplar Now, in your ones was Basewood... So If I wanna Buy one Rhoads,, which would be better, The Jackson RRX24-7 String one (Stock pickup but 7 string) Or The jackson Rhoads RRX24 6 STRING one ( Seymour duncan Pickups, But Less String). Could you help with these two?? For DEATH METAL/ BRUTAL DEATH ☺

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@vicktor_damian6612 they're both great guitars. Either would be a good choice. I guess it depends on what you're tuning to. If you're playing in B or lower, get the seven string, that's what they're made for. I hope that helps!

[@vicktor_damian6612]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 thanks Bro.. 🤘☺

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@vicktor_damian6612 no problem. I hope that helps. Feel free to email me directly if you want, [e-mail]

[@zAvAvAz]

great

[@adownbeatexegete1549]

Do you still have the 6505 MH?

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

No. I ended up returning it.

[@adownbeatexegete1549]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 You might like the Invective MH. Mine gave me temporary hearing loss.

[@adownbeatexegete1549]

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[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

@@adownbeatexegete1549 my friend let me borrow his PRS MT-15 and that amp was plenty loud! I brought it to practice a few times and we were all very surprised!

[@adownbeatexegete1549]

I was going to get a used 60w ENGL Fireball off Reverb but couldn't afford a cab with the shipping from Europe. I should have bought one while there was still an ENGL dealer in Illinois.

[@tobins6800]

In the mix, there isn't any difference. Song is bad ass too. Also of note, they are made in the USA 🇺🇸 for those that want to know.

[@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076]

Thanks for commenting! Always helpful!

[@tobins6800]

@@mikefrombloodofthewolf7076 been a while, good to see ya.

[@TheJshow-n6e]

With that much distortion can't really hear anything