I replaced both of the stock PAF marked burstbuckers in my 50’s LP standard with the Pearly Gates nickel bridge and neck. IMO, the factory installed burstbuckers weren’t bad, but the SD’s just gave my Les Paul a lot more clarity. They aren’t super hot, so they don’t pummel your input. You can actually hear every note and every harmonic when playing some of the most complex chords. If you chose these pickups you will quickly find that Aerosmith, AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, and ZZ all live here! Also, these pickups produce some really pretty cleans with a very detailed top end. I love my Les Paul, and the pearly gates made me love it even more. For reference, I play through a Marshall plexi and a greenback loaded 4x12 cab. Since I wrote the first paragraph I’ve installed Pearly Gates in both my SG Standard and 61 reissue. The clarity with a clean amp such as a fender twin is just gorgeous. The dirt with a fully cranked Marshall is very nice as well.