The pickups are, of course, Duncan pickups. I have connected it to an amplifier and confirmed the sound. Visually, the neck appears to be almost straight, with no warping or twisting. The string height is 1.8mm at the 12th fret of the 6th string and 1.2mm at the 12th fret of the 1st string. The condition is subjective, so please examine the images carefully before considering a purchase. The back panel is missing. Please be aware of this.