ALNICO2 .195″ Rod Magnet 10pc 0.650″

These Alnico 2 .195″ pole magnets, also known as rod magnets, are designed for single-coil guitar pickups where warmth, smooth dynamics, and vintage feel are prioritized.

The 0.650″ length sits between traditional short and tall rod options, making it a versatile choice for balanced stagger designs, treble-side poles, or applications where controlled output and reduced string pull are desired. Combined with Alnico 2’s naturally softer magnetic strength, this length delivers rounded highs, rich mids, and a forgiving attack.

Supplied unmagnetized, these pole magnets allow builders to control final polarity and magnet strength during assembly, ensuring consistency across builds, rewinds, and restorations.

Specifications

• Type: Alnico 2

• Form: Rod / Pole magnet

• Diameter: .195″

• Length: 0.650″

• Magnetization: Unmagnetized

• Quantity: 10 pieces

• Application: Single-coil guitar pickups

• Use Case: New builds, rewinds, repairs, vintage restorations

Tonal Characteristics (When Magnetized)

• Warm, smooth response

• Soft attack with excellent touch sensitivity

• Rounded highs without brittleness

• Musical midrange bloom

• Reduced string pull compared to Alnico 5

Builder Notes

The 0.650″ Alnico 2 rod length is commonly used for:

• Treble-side poles in vintage-style staggers

• Balanced or modern-vintage stagger designs

• Builds where feel and warmth matter more than raw output

Compatible with standard Strat and Tele-style flatwork using .195″ pole magnets. Magnetization orientation (north or south up) should be set during final pickup assembly.

Available in bulk quantities for pickup builders, schools, and repair shops.

Frequently Asked Questions

What pickups are these pole magnets used for?
They are commonly used in Stratocaster and Telecaster-style single-coil pickups, especially in vintage-style and warm-voiced builds.

Are these magnets supplied magnetized?
No. They are supplied unmagnetized, allowing builders to magnetize them during final assembly.

Why choose 0.650″ rod length?
The 0.650″ length offers a balance of presence and smoothness, making it ideal for treble-side poles and balanced stagger designs.

How does Alnico 2 differ from Alnico 5?
Alnico 2 has lower magnetic pull, smoother highs, and a softer attack compared to Alnico 5.

Is bulk pricing available?
Yes. Builder and school bulk pricing is available.