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Up for sale is an authentic, vintage set of Ibanez Super 80 \"Flying Fingers\" humbucker pickups, manufactured in Japan by Maxon (Nisshin Onpa).Highly prized, original components perfect for anyone restoring a late 1970s or early 1980s Ibanez Artist, Iceman, Performer, or custom project.Both pickups have been tested with a digital multimeter with excellent, DC resistance readings. They form a beautifully balanced pair:• Pickup 1 (With Cream/Yellow Mounting Ring): 7.71 kΩ
- Authenticity: factory \"N.O\" (Nisshin Onpa / Maxon) stamp pressed into the metal side casing.
- Maxon Serial Code: 380403 (Manufactured April 3, 1978)
- Features the classic, period-correct dark epoxy potting.
- Ideal for the Neck position.• Pickup 2: 7.88 kΩ
- Authenticity: Also features the matching factory \"N.O\" (Nisshin Onpa / Maxon) stamp pressed into the metal side casing.
- Maxon Serial Code: 180308 (Manufactured March 8, 1980)
- Ideal for the Bridge positionWiring Details:
Standard 3-wire/4-conductor leads, perfect for standard humbucking mode or configuring with a vintage Ibanez Tri-Sound coil-split switch. Ample lead wire remains on both units.Condition:
Good vintage condition with a natural patina on the chrome covers. The stamped \"Flying Fingers\" butterfly graphics are clear and highly visible. One includes the original cream/yellow bridge mounting ring exactly as pictured. Please use photos as part of condition report- note I have not cleaned or polished either pickup, this is the condition as they were removed, up to you to clean up if you want that look and would polish up easily.Shipping & Handling:
Will be wrapped extensively in protective bubble wrap and packaged securely inside a sturdy box. Sent via Australia Post with full tracking and signature on delivery. International buyers are welcome!