B.F. Raid (Boston’s Final Raid) Expands Use of Peg City Pickups for Upcoming Album

Heavy metal band B.F. Raid is expanding its collaboration with Peg City Pickups for their next album after the standout results on Raided Again. Lead guitarist Bruce Owens praised Peg City’s Angry Widow pickups for their clarity and punch, while bassist Matt "Moose" Howard plans to incorporate their Hot P/J bass pickups. The band aims to push their sound further, embracing Peg City’s craftsmanshi End Quote

Boston, MA-NH (1888PressRelease) December 05, 2024 - Heavy metal band B.F. Raid (Boston’s Final Raid) has announced they are expanding their use of Peg City Pickups for their next, yet-to-be-titled album. Following the groundbreaking results of Peg City’s pickups on their latest release, Raided Again, the band is doubling down on the boutique pickup maker’s expertise to define the sound of their future projects.

Lead guitarist Bruce Owens played a pivotal role in bringing Peg City Pickups into the fold. “We tested countless pickups and configurations to find the perfect tone for Raided Again. Peg City’s Angry Widow pickups already stood out during rehearsals, but it wasn’t until we heard the playback in the studio that the decision was made. The clarity, punch, and fullness of the tone blew everyone in the control room away. It was unanimous—Peg City would be featured on every track of the album,” Owens explained.

Building on that success, B.F. Raid is diving deeper into Peg City’s portfolio for their next album. Owens shared his enthusiasm for exploring the brand’s range: “Peg City’s pickups have become an essential part of my sound. Their craftsmanship gives us a tonal balance that’s not easy to achieve in a studio setting. For this next album, we’re looking at their entire lineup to see how we can push our sound even further.”

Bassist Matt "Moose" Howard is following Owens’ lead, planning to incorporate Peg City’s Hot P/J bass pickups into the recording process for the upcoming album. “Bruce’s success with Peg City on Raided Again really caught my attention,” Howard said. “The tone they delivered was so dynamic and well-balanced that I knew I had to give them a try. While I didn’t use Peg City pickups in the studio for Raided Again, I’m planning to install their Hot P/J pickups in a bass for the next album. Their reputation for clarity and punch makes them the perfect choice for the direction we’re heading.”

Peg City founder Kris Remillard described the standout qualities of the Hot P/J pickups: “The sonic qualities of the Hot P/J pickups offer a warm, full tone with a lower resonant peak that tames brightness while emphasizing midrange clarity. The hand-wound design minimizes capacitive loss, preserving high frequencies for a smooth, musical brightness. These pickups are incredibly dynamic, delivering aggression when pushed but cleaning up beautifully with lighter attacks or lower volume.”

Bruce Owens added: “Peg City pickups aren’t just tools—they’re game-changers. Their dynamic response and tonal flexibility bring out the best in every track, whether it’s a blistering solo or a heavy riff. They’ve set the bar high for what we expect in our sound.”

As B.F. Raid prepares for their next album, they are embracing the versatility and craftsmanship of Peg City Pickups to shape the future of their sound. The collaboration reflects the band’s dedication to pushing boundaries and creating heavy metal music that resonates with fans.

“This next album is all about evolution,” Owens said. “With Peg City pickups, we’ve found the perfect tools to deliver the punch, clarity, and emotion that define our music. We can’t wait to see how these pickups inspire the next chapter of B.F. Raid.”

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