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Les Paul pickups (humbuckers) offer higher output and are hum-canceling, making them suitable for overdriven, high-gain settings—perfect for heavier rock styles. Strats, with their single coils, tend to buzz when used with high-gain amps but are prized for clarity and articulation suitable for genres like funk, pop, and clean blues.
Weight and Practical Usage
The weight difference significantly influences playing comfort. Les Pauls are hefty, which can lead to fatigue during extended gigs, especially when standing. Rhett notes that he often sits while playing his Les Paul due to back pain from prolonged standing. Strats, being lighter, are more manageable for long performances but may lack the powerful mid-range punch of a Les Paul.