The PRS 57/08 Bridge Pickup is a vintage-inspired humbucker developed to recapture the open, dynamic, and musical character of pickups made in the late 1950s. Originally introduced in 2008, it is wound by PRS with vintage-style wire and uses an Alnico 2 magnet to deliver an expressive and natural response. Positioned at the bridge, it offers a defined sound with prominent mids, controlled bass, and clear highs without being overly aggressive. Its vintage-style output preserves the nuances of your playing and responds gradually to the guitar’s volume and picking intensity. Additionally, its wiring allows for various configurations, including three-position switches, push-pull systems, and five-position selectors. - Humbucker pickup for bridge position - Model name: Treble - Designed by Paul Reed Smith - Inspired by classic 1957 humbuckers - Originally introduced in 2008 - Magnet: Alnico 2 - Approximate DC resistance: 8.9 kΩ - Vintage-style output - Vintage-style wire - Wound at PRS facilities - Adjusted using PRS TCI process - Open, dynamic, and articulate sound - Prominent mids and controlled bass - Clear highs without harshness - Excellent definition in chords and overdriven sounds - Compatible with 3-position switch - Compatible with 3-position push-pull configurations - Compatible with 5-position switches - Nickel cover - Made in the USA Our Opinion This pickup is highly recommended for players seeking greater definition and character at the bridge position without opting for a high-output humbucker. It has enough presence to stand out in riffs and solos, yet maintains a natural, responsive feel that works particularly well in blues, classic rock, pop, and styles where dynamic playing is more important than extreme saturation.