Hi, I’m Marc — the bloke behind Mojo Pickups.
My journey didn’t start in a factory; instead, it began with a single guitar and a restless curiosity that has lasted nearly forty years. Like most players, I started with a simple obsession with how guitars feel and sound. However, that curiosity eventually led me down a very deep rabbit hole. I wasn’t just playing anymore; rather, I was dissecting. I wanted to understand the alchemy of magnets, wire gauges, and winding patterns. Consequently, I spent years learning how those elements combine to create the “holy grail” of guitar tone.
What started as fettling and fixing my own gear slowly evolved over time. In addition to repairing vintage pickups, I spent a decade studying the nuances of the classics. Eventually, in 2010, a change in circumstances gave me the push I needed to turn this lifelong passion into a full-time reality. Since then, Mojo Pickups has grown from a private workshop into a trusted name for players seeking an authentic sound.
The One-Man Workshop Philosophy
Notably, Mojo Pickups is a true one-man operation. In an era of mass production, I’ve chosen to keep things small and personal. Therefore, when you support this shop, you aren’t dealing with a corporate entity; instead, you’re dealing directly with me. Because I am the sole employee, I am responsible for every single stage of the process.
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Sourcing Components: I hand-select the finest magnets and wire to ensure every build starts with quality materials.
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Precision Winding: Every coil is wound by my hand. Specifically, this ensures the scatter and tension are exactly where they need to be.
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Final Assembly: From soldering the leads to the final wax potting, I personally oversee the entire build.
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Logistics: Furthermore, I even handle the packing and the daily trip to the post office.
Because I handle every step myself, I can guarantee a level of quality control that big “box shifters” simply cannot match.
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Why Hand-Wound Matters
Every pickup at Mojo is made one at a time, the old-fashioned way. For this reason, I don’t believe in shortcuts or production lines. To me, custom guitar pickups are about getting the small details right. In fact, that is exactly where the soul of the tone lives.
While machine-made pickups are consistent, they often lack the harmonic complexity of a hand-wound coil. By contrast, by varying the tension and the way the wire sits on the bobbin, I can create a pickup that responds to your playing dynamics. Whether you are looking for a vintage-spec single coil or a custom-voiced humbucker, the result is a piece of gear that feels alive.
A Direct Connection for Custom Tone
If you’re looking for a bespoke pickup or just some honest advice, you’ll be talking directly to the person who will actually wind your gear. As a result, there are no sales scripts, no middlemen, and no automated systems here.
First, we’ll have a straight conversation about your gear. Then, we will discuss your playing style and the specific sound you’re chasing. Ultimately, this collaborative process ensures the final result is something made specifically for you.
Professional Quality Without the Boutique Price Tag
By keeping my overheads low and doing everything myself, I’m able to offer boutique pickups at a price that competes with mass-produced alternatives. In other words, you aren’t paying for a marketing department; instead, you’re paying for my time, my experience, and a superior product.
In conclusion, it’s personal, it’s authentic, and it simply sounds better.
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