ThroBak SLE 101 MXV Humbucker Set - Aged Nickel

The ThroBak SLE-101 MXV PAF Set has earned its place as the pinnacle of vintage PAF pickup reproductions. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, these pickups replicate every aspect of the legendary 1950s Gibson PAFs, offering unparalleled tone and authenticity. Featuring Long Rough Cast A2 Magnets, vintage-correct materials, and construction processes, the SLE-101 set captures the essence of classic PAF tone while delivering consistency and reliability that surpass their vintage counterparts. Whether you're restoring a vintage guitar or upgrading a modern one, the ThroBak SLE-101 MXV set is an investment in tone.

Unmatched Authenticity
Every component of the SLE-101 MXV pickups is crafted to replicate vintage PAFs to the highest standard:

• Butyrate Bobbins: Molded in the USA to vintage specifications for accuracy and durability.
• Vintage Winding Accuracy: Coils wound on original Leesona 102 and Kalamazoo-made Slug 101 winders ensure period-correct performance.
• PAF Repro Baseplates & Covers: Stamped and plated in the USA, with nickel plating (no copper) done at the same Kalamazoo facility as the originals.
• Pole Screws & Slugs: Crafted with vintage alloys and techniques to match the look and tonal properties of the originals.
• Vintage Spec Magnet Wire: 42AWG plain enamel wire, made with period-accurate coating processes, ensures authentic tonal response.

Superior Materials and Construction
ThroBak spares no detail in recreating the iconic PAF sound. With custom-cast Alnico magnets, vintage-correct braided wire, and precise attention to alloy formulations, every SLE-101 MXV set is a testament to craftsmanship. These pickups are not just designed to replicate the sound of vintage PAFs but also to embody their feel, dynamic range, and harmonic richness.

Tone That Transcends Time
With a neck output of 7.6K and a bridge output of 8.1K, the SLE-101 MXV set provides warm, articulate lows, punchy mids, and sparkling highs. The Long A2 Magnets deliver a focused, pushed tone that brings vintage character to life, perfect for blues, rock, jazz, or any style that demands tonal clarity and complexity.

Key Features:

• Neck: 7.6K, Bridge: 8.1K, equipped with Long Rough Cast A2 Magnets.
• Butyrate bobbins, baseplates, and covers tooled and stamped in the USA.
• Coils wound on vintage Leesona and Slug 101 winders for period accuracy.
• Plain enamel wire, Alnico magnets, and braided wire made with vintage specs.
• Made with unparalleled craftsmanship in the USA.

The Ultimate PAF Experience
Whether you're chasing the golden-era tones of a '50s Gibson or enhancing a modern guitar with vintage soul, the ThroBak SLE-101 MXV PAF Set is the ultimate upgrade. Handcrafted to exacting standards, these pickups deliver vintage authenticity with modern reliability.

Elevate your guitar's tone with the ThroBak SLE-101 MXV – Where Vintage Meets Perfection.