The Super Distortion captures the essence of the original 6-string version with some subtle adjustments. The output is slightly higher, the treble frequencies are warmer, and the bass is a bit more focused to optimize performance with the longer scale length of the 8-string.

About DiMarzio

DiMarzio pickups have a impact far beyond providing musicians with a new and powerful way to shape their sound. DiMarzio pickups literally made it possible for the next generation of guitar builders to challenge the status quo.

Simply put, DiMarzio pickups powered instruments from Ibanez, Hamer, Charvel, BC Rich, Dean, Spector, Jackson, Sadowsky, SD Curly, and helped create a new sound. DiMarzio’s fresh and often radical ideas were a key component for guitarists and guitar builders with an eye on the future. DiMarzio pickups were adopted by an incredibly talented generation of musicians who used them to redefine the technical and sonic limits of the instrument. DiMarzio helped give voice to their sonic expression. And that’s exactly what Larry DiMarzio is still doing today.