B94H Classic

CAD 150.00 CAD 300.00Price range: CAD 150.00 through CAD 300.00

The B94H Classic offers smooth, open neck tones and a focused, articulate bridge with tight lows and expressive mids. A balanced humbucker set that defines the BTone Classic sound.

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B94H Classic (P.A.F) — Balanced, Clear, and Focused

The B94H Classic is a calibrated humbucker set designed for balance, clarity, and controlled punch. Wound for versatility in both neck and bridge positions, it delivers a familiar humbucker response with enhanced articulation — blending classic feel with modern consistency.

From warm cleans to confident drive tones, the response stays smooth, expressive, and naturally controlled.

Classic humbucker balance — clear, focused, and naturally controlled.

Neck

≈ 7.4 kΩ

Warm, clear, and highly usable.

  • Rounded, smooth highs
  • Open, balanced mids
  • Full lows with clear definition

Perfect for clean passages, expressive lead phrasing, and edge-of-breakup tones without muddiness.

Bridge

≈ 8.1 kΩ

The most assertive of the set.

  • Tight, controlled low end
  • Focused midrange presence
  • Smooth highs that cut without harshness

Great for classic rock punch, articulate leads, and mix-cutting clarity without excessive output.

Who It’s For

✓ Players who want a classic humbucker voice with clarity, balance, and dynamic response
✓ Great for blues, rock, pop, worship, indie, and studio work
✕ Not ideal for players seeking ultra-hot output or heavily modern metal voicing

Key Benefits

  • Balanced, classic humbucker sound
  • Smooth highs and defined lows
  • Excellent note separation and articulation
  • Lightly offset coils (~200-wind difference) for added harmonic complexity
  • Versatile from clean to edge-of-breakup

Construction

Hand-wound in Canada with Alnico V bar magnets, 42 AWG plain-enamel wire, vintage-style fiber flatwork, and lightly offset coils. Wax-potted for stability and consistency.

Nitro dipped and wax-potted for stability.

Configuration

Neck Pickup
Slug Coil: North Up • CCW
Screw Coil: South Up • CW

Bridge Pickup
Slug Coil: North Up • CCW
Screw Coil: South Up • CW

Recommended Pots: 500 kΩ
Tone Cap: 0.022 µF
Includes: Neck and Bridge humbuckers (sold individually or as a calibrated set)

Demo Videos

Live Videos

Tech Specs

SPEC (B94H Classic) VALUE
Neck Ohm Reading: ≈ 7.4 kΩ
Bridge Ohm Reading: ≈ 8.1 kΩ
Polarity / Wind (Neck): Slug Coil – North Up / Counter-Clockwise
Screw Coil – South Up / Clockwise
Polarity / Wind (Bridge): Slug Coil – North Up / Counter-Clockwise
Screw Coil – South Up / Clockwise
Magnet Type: Alnico V Bar
Wire Type: 42 AWG Plain-Enamel
Pot Value (Recommended): 500 kΩ Volume / Tone
Tone Cap Value: 0.022 µF (Standard Humbucker Roll-Off)
Additional Technical Info

1. Ohm readings may vary slightly due to temperature, multimeter calibration, and material variances.
2. Tone caps for humbuckers typically range from 0.022 µF to 0.015 µF. Larger values roll off more highs; smaller values retain more top-end clarity.
3. Recommendation: 0.022 µF for a balanced, classic humbucker response.
4. Wax potted for stability and feedback resistance.

Reviews

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Charlie Knowles
16 days ago
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When my beloved 1966 Hofner bass pick up went dead, I sent it to James after a few very interesting phone conversations. He quickly discovered a broken wire and a simple fix, and sent it back quickly with only a nominal charge. Thanks James!
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Corey Lavigne
42 days ago
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I did have a very good experience With Btone pick ups . Firstly, the pick ups I bought were nicely priced and they sound great in my Strat , well balanced with excellent vintage tone . A big thanks to JAMES at B Tone 👍
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Kelly Dell
72 days ago
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These pups Snarl! Thanks Buddy!
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nicola parente
92 days ago
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Big thanks to James at BTone Pickups! He installed a new pickup in my guitar and did an amazing job. The guitar sounds better than ever, and James was great to deal with throughout the whole process he was friendly, knowledgeable and clearly passionate about guitars and tone. If you’re thinking about upgrading your pickups, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend BTone Pickups. Outstanding service and excellent results.
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Sean Leask
94 days ago
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I recently had a set of BTone pickups installed by James in one of my P-basses and let me tell you, these things sing! As a very dynamic player (some say ham-fisted), I look for gear that emphasizes all the little clicks and pops of my calloused fingertips on the strings (generally well aged). These pickups deliver on every level and have a prominent, honk in the mid range that I love. That paired with a bigger, rounder bottom end is the recipe for tone. Don’t just trust me, James or anyone else. Trust your ears!
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Alvaro Rojas
106 days ago
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James helped me out with a very unique pickup related problem. Highly recommended for all your pickup needs - this man has skills!!

Owner's reply
Thanks! Was great to connect. Any issues, let me know. Cheers.
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Matthew Gray
130 days ago
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Easily my best experience buying pickups. He wound them for me to spec, and cut custom coloured bobbins. But the really impressive part was when I plugged in and heard them. I bought the pair of hum buckers for a guitar I was getting ready to sell. I had pulled out the factory pickups and used them in a different instruments, because I loved the sound of them. But when I put in the BTone pickups, the guitar I was going to sell now sounded too good to sell! I highly recommend BTone.
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Anthony Anderson
165 days ago
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I had always planned on switching out the pickups in my Mexican strat. But after seeing James Buddy Rogers play And hearing the tone coming out of his Strat, I knew I had to find out what pickups he was using. Well, now that I have his handmade B10 pickups installed, I can’t believe the transformation in my tone, in all 5 switch positions! It’s that classic Strat tone I’ve been striving to hear in my guitar for years. I couldn’t be happier! I highly recommend BTone pickups! James took the time to go through with me what pickups would best suit my needs. He’s extremely knowledgable and has a variety of pickups for every tone you could desire! Definitely check them out.

Owner's reply
Thanks man! Kind words from a great player. Keep on rockin'
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Joe Brooman
188 days ago
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I was gifted a set of strat pickups from my good buddy Hatzic Steve, and knew I had to get it right as I knew what I was looking for, just needed to find the right ones. Through getting in touch with Btone pickups and explaining to James what I was looking for, he recommended I try the B10s. I encourage any Strat player to give these a shot. Wow! I was apprehensive at first about them having a lower DC resistance rating that they wouldn’t have the guts, but I couldn’t have been more wrong. They scream when you want them too, with amazing sustain, but also clean right up, super bright and glassy, and a surprising amount of sweetness! They really cover the whole spectrum for me at least, a blues and country player. I didn’t want to review right away until I’ve played it on stage a couple of times but this guitar looks to be my number one for most gigs moving forward. Absolutely love the B10s! I’ll be 100% going with Btone again in the future.

Owner's reply
Right on man, glad you dig the pups. Keep sending some live vids! Always dig your playing.
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Ken Mckinnon
215 days ago
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Recently installed B-Tone "juiced" pickups into my reissue '51 Nocaster. The pickup are much improved over the stock pickups. Sound guys notice the even tonal response and reduced 2K hertz spike. This is now my #1 guitar. Thanks B-Tone!

Owner's reply
Love hearing this — thank you! 🙌
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Stephan Häfele
233 days ago
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Btone B94 Legacy Pickups – World-Class Tone and Versatility The Btone B94 Legacy pickups are truly outstanding. Their versatility is exceptional — from warm, articulate cleans to rich, dynamic overdrive, they respond beautifully to every playing style and musical context. No matter the guitar or amp, these pickups deliver clarity, balance, and character without ever sounding sterile or exaggerated. What really sets them apart is how alive they feel. They translate nuance, touch, and dynamics effortlessly, making the instrument feel more inspiring and expressive. These are pickups you can rely on in the studio, on stage, and across genres. James’ work deserves special recognition. His craftsmanship, attention to detail, and ear for tone are simply world-class. The B94 Legacy pickups don’t just meet boutique standards — they clearly exceed them. This is next-level pickup design, made by someone who deeply understands both musicians and tone. Highly recommended. Once you play them, it’s hard to go back.

Owner's reply
That means a lot, thank you.
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Ty Rumblez
243 days ago
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Was searching for a Canadian alternative to primarily US based boutique pickup manufacturers I have typically purchased from when I happened upon BTone. The company origins and foundations resonated with me and inspired my purchase of a set of the B43S Juiced for a full refurb of my first electric circa 1982. Very happy with the quality and sound ! very balanced and outstanding clarity! so much so that a tele build on my bench changed its single humbucker intent to a traditional pickup configuration so I could purchase a set of the B43 Juiced tele pickups which I'm excited to install. Currently eyeing the upcoming split P and J bass pickup offerings for a PJ build I also have on the bench ... very happy find, best wishes to you and your team in 2026 !

Owner's reply
Love this, thank you. Bringing your first electric back to life with the B43S Juiced means a lot to us. The fact that they shifted your Tele build direction is the ultimate compliment.

Dimensions

Humbucker Dimensions

Wiring Diagrams

3-Way Humbcuker Wiring Diagram

4-Conductor Wiring

4-Conductor Wiring Diagram

The Story

It All Started Here

The B94 Classic is the foundation — the first voicing James Buddy Rogers built for his own Strat back in 1994.
That tone became the blueprint for everything that followed, shaping the sound, feel, and identity of BTone from day one.

James has always been a single-coil player at heart. That’s where the BTone voice was defined — clarity, balance, response, and touch. But the world of guitars is bigger than any one format. Different instruments demand different geometries, and great tone shouldn’t stop at single coils.

So the original B94 philosophy was carried forward into humbuckers and other pickup designs — not by abandoning its roots, but by translating the same intent into new forms. Same balance. Same feel. Same standard.

Different shape. Same voice.

Built by hand. Played with purpose.
The B94 Classic is pure, honest tone — defined by intention, not format. Just like the year it was born.

Weight .35 kg
Dimensions 13 × 13 × 8 cm
Pickups

Set of 2 (Neck & Bridge), Neck Pickup Only, Bridge Pickup Only

Spacing

50mm, 52mm, (50mm Neck, 52mm Bridge), (50mm Neck, 50mm Bridge)

Lead Type

Braided Shield, 4-Conductor Shielded

Cover

Double Black, Zebra, Gold Cover, Chrome Cover, Open Black, Open Gold, Open Chrome, Closed Black, Closed Gold, Closed Chrome

Why Buy From Us

Hands-On Service

Direct, knowledgeable support from people who actually build and understand your pickups.

Lifetime Warranty

Every BTone pickup is covered for life against workmanship and build-related issues.

Tone Vault Exchange

If your taste changes, swap pickups through the Tone Vault instead of starting from scratch.

Satisfaction Commitment

If something isn’t right, we’ll work with you directly to make it right.