DiMarzio DP221BK Activator X Neck Pickup

Description

The DiMarzio Activator X Neck (DP221BK) is built for players who want serious output without sacrificing definition. It’s a high-gain pickup, but instead of the usual compressed, boxy character you get from cranked-up neck units, this one keeps things open and spacious — chords ring clearly and single-note runs cut through dense mixes rather than getting swallowed by them.

What really sets the Activator X apart is how it behaves when you back off the volume knob. Most hot pickups turn muddy or thin as you roll down, but this one cleans up surprisingly gracefully, letting you dial in vintage-flavored tones from the same pickup you use for high-gain rhythm and lead work. That kind of range from a single unit means fewer compromises when you’re switching between styles mid-set.

Finished in black, the DP221BK slots neatly into the neck position of most guitars set up for high-output pickups, giving you a thick, articulate low end paired with enough clarity up top to avoid that washed-out neck-pickup mush.

• High-output neck pickup with a wide open, powerful voice
• Cleans up well when the volume is rolled back
• Black cover finish
• Model: DiMarzio DP221BK Activator X Neck