The slanted pickups don't give many options for upgrades, short of a few custom made pickups that really aren't at all cheap. Those offset mounting tabs also make it impossible to mount conventional 7-string pickups in at an angle. I'd personally suggest a rethink on those unless someone can come up with a reasonably-priced set of replacements.
I'm wondering if a bladed pickup or hot-rail would work. They don't have the pole spacing issue, generally a bit cheaper. Then there may be the concern of aesthetics and sound, but for someone who doesn't mind it could be an affordable option.
Regardless, you do make a good point.
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