Dimarzio Inc is an American company that designs and produces high-performance guitar pickups, cables, and guitar accessories.
Founded in 1971 by Larry DiMarzio in New York City.
Initially started by modifying pickups for customers before producing its own.
Introduced the Super Distortion humbucker pickup in 1972.
Has collaborated with many famous musicians such as Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, and John Petrucci.
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The Super Distortion is a high-output humbucker pickup that produces a biting and aggressive tone.
The Air Norton is a humbucker pickup that produces a warm and open sound with rich harmonics.
The DP100 is a humbucking pickup that is specifically designed for the Ibanez JEM guitar.
The ClipLock is a guitar strap system that securely clips onto the guitar for easy and quick attachment and detachment.
Many famous musicians have used or currently use Dimarzio pickups, including Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, John Petrucci, Paul Gilbert, and Billy Sheehan.
Single-coil pickups consist of one coil of wire, while humbucker pickups consist of two coils of wire. Humbuckers produce a thicker and higher-output sound with less interference and noise.
Dimarzio pickups are designed to fit most standard electric guitars. However, some modifications may be necessary depending on the guitar's hardware and electronics.
Dimarzio offers a one-year warranty on all its products against defects in materials and workmanship.
Active pickups require a battery to operate and produce a higher output with a cleaner sound. Passive pickups do not require a battery and produce a more natural and organic sound with a lower output.