For decades, pickup rings have been treated as an afterthought.

Most guitars, regardless of their price range, are fitted with injection-moulded plastic rings. These parts are inexpensive to produce, but they come with clear compromises: inconsistent finishing, structural weakness, and a visual quality that often undermines the instrument as a whole.

Plastic pickup rings tend to age poorly. They can warp, crack, or lose their shape over time, and their appearance frequently feels disconnected from the level of craftsmanship found elsewhere on the guitar.

This is precisely the issue these pickup rings were designed to address.

Machined from solid brass, each ring offers a level of quality that goes far beyond standard components. The material provides rigidity, long-term stability, and a reassuring weight, while delivering a refined tactile feel. Finished in deep matte black, they bring a clean, understated aesthetic that complements high-end instruments without distraction.

Beyond material choice, the design itself solves a practical problem often encountered by luthiers.

Standard pickup rings leave very little margin around the pickup cavity. In cases where routing tolerances are tight, even the slightest deviation can become visible once the ring is installed, compromising the visual precision of the instrument.

To eliminate this issue, these rings have been subtly extended in length while remaining fully compatible with standard formats. This additional coverage ensures clean visual lines, even in demanding builds, offering greater flexibility for both luthiers and players, while also creating a distinctive and purposeful look.

The result is a component that is no longer a compromise, but a deliberate upgrade.

A small detail, executed to the same standard as the instrument itself.

Specifications & Ordering These pickup rings are available as either a six-string set or a seven-string set.

All specifications are clearly detailed in the technical diagrams provided, including precise dimensions. Please refer carefully to these diagrams before placing an order to ensure the correct fit for your instrument.

© 1996-2026 Hufschmid Guitars All Rights Reserved

For decades, pickup rings have been treated as an afterthought.

Most guitars, regardless of their price range, are fitted with injection-moulded plastic rings. These parts are inexpensive to produce, but they come with clear compromises: inconsistent finishing, structural weakness, and a visual quality that often undermines the instrument as a whole.

Plastic pickup rings tend to age poorly. They can warp, crack, or lose their shape over time, and their appearance frequently feels disconnected from the level of craftsmanship found elsewhere on the guitar.

This is precisely the issue these pickup rings were designed to address.

Machined from solid brass, each ring offers a level of quality that goes far beyond standard components. The material provides rigidity, long-term stability, and a reassuring weight, while delivering a refined tactile feel. Finished in deep matte black, they bring a clean, understated aesthetic that complements high-end instruments without distraction.

Beyond material choice, the design itself solves a practical problem often encountered by luthiers.

Standard pickup rings leave very little margin around the pickup cavity. In cases where routing tolerances are tight, even the slightest deviation can become visible once the ring is installed, compromising the visual precision of the instrument.

To eliminate this issue, these rings have been subtly extended in length while remaining fully compatible with standard formats. This additional coverage ensures clean visual lines, even in demanding builds, offering greater flexibility for both luthiers and players, while also creating a distinctive and purposeful look.

The result is a component that is no longer a compromise, but a deliberate upgrade.

A small detail, executed to the same standard as the instrument itself.

Specifications & Ordering These pickup rings are available as either a six-string set or a seven-string set.

All specifications are clearly detailed in the technical diagrams provided, including precise dimensions. Please refer carefully to these diagrams before placing an order to ensure the correct fit for your instrument.

© 1996-2026 Hufschmid Guitars All Rights Reserved