While I've been very impressed by the overall quality of my inexpensive Xaviere XV820 Tele copy, I don't particularly care for the sound of the bridge pickup. It's a bit too trebly/shrill for my tastes, so I'm seriously considering an upgrade. I want to maintain the basic, characteristic Tele tone and "spank", but would like a little more warmth and fullness--probably some "blues" version of the basic Tele bridge pickup design is what I'm guessing will meet my needs best. Thought I'd throw out two questions, seeking informed opinions from some of you Tele aficionados. Two basic questions:

  • What would you consider the best available Tele bridge pickup that would meet the above description, if price is no object (even though it is!)? Please restrict your answer to generally available pickup makers, not custom hand-wound specialty p'ups with a 3-month waiting list!
  • What would you consider the best value in a Tele bridge pickup meeting this description, i.e. best bang for the buck?
TIA, dudes & dudettes! : :