DiMarzio DP174W, Red Velvet, White

The DiMarzio DP174W Red Velvet is a white, traditional-size single-coil pickup for Strat-style guitars. Introduced in 1994, it combines the sharp attack of a vintage Strat pickup with the stronger punch and definition associated with a classic Tele bridge sound. A bottom-mounted Power Plate increases body and output, while the hand-calibrated Alnico 5 magnets control string pull and add a distinctive midrange growl. Although designed mainly for the bridge position, the Red Velvet can also be used in the neck or middle. It has two-conductor wiring, 8.52k-ohm resistance, and 180mV output, making it suitable for blues, classic rock, country, and expressive clean tones.