Norton was originally designed to expand the tonal range and power of standard-output humbuckers without overdoing it. It offers a more modern sound than a classic PAF, with the iconic Gibson Les Paul/Marshall combination producing more midrange crunch and high-frequency harmonic selection than vintage-style pickups. Norton is particularly effective at opening up the sound of guitars with mahogany necks.

About DiMarzio

The impact of DiMarzio pickups goes far beyond providing musicians with a new, powerful way to shape their sound. DiMarzio pickups have literally enabled the next generation of guitar builders to challenge the status quo.

In simple terms, DiMarzio pickups propelled 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 have been a key component for forward-thinking guitarists and builders. Their pickups have been embraced by a generation of incredibly talented musicians who used them to redefine the technical and sonic boundaries of the instrument. DiMarzio helped give voice to their sonic expression. And that’s exactly what Larry DiMarzio continues to do today.