2009 PRODUCT SOURCEBOOK - Seymour Duncan
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stompboxes p.5<br />
education p. 11<br />
electric guitar pickups p. 13<br />
acoustic guitar pickups p. 51<br />
basslines p. 55<br />
custom shop p. 69<br />
gear p. 71<br />
tone chart p. 75<br />
<strong>2009</strong> SEYMOUR DUNCAN <strong>PRODUCT</strong> <strong>SOURCEBOOK</strong><br />
<strong>2009</strong> <strong>PRODUCT</strong><br />
<strong>SOURCEBOOK</strong><br />
Pickups and Stompboxes<br />
seymourduncan.com<br />
For Tone that Sets You Apart
TONE. IT’S WHAT DEFINES YOU. IT’S WHAT<br />
SETS YOU APART. THE SUBTLE. THE OVERPOWERING.<br />
THE LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES. P OSSIBILITIES WE’VE PURSUED<br />
FOR A LIFETIME. POSSIBILITIES BORN FROM A COMMITMENT<br />
TO CRAFTSMANSHIP AND A TR UE UNDERSTANDING OF<br />
THE ARTIST’S DESIRE. THE DESI RE TO CREATE. THE DESIRE<br />
TO EXPLORE. THE DESIRE TO IM AGINE.<br />
IMAGINE YO URSELF.
seymour duncan<br />
for tone that sets you apart<br />
stompboxes<br />
electric guitar pickups<br />
basslines<br />
Soapbars<br />
seymour says<br />
I can’t believe it’s been more than 30<br />
years since Cathy Carter <strong>Duncan</strong> and I<br />
started <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> Pickups out of a<br />
loft in downtown Santa Barbara. When I<br />
think about how far we’ve come, it pretty<br />
much comes down to two things: The<br />
product. And you.<br />
All <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> and Basslines pickups<br />
are built by hand in my Santa Barbara<br />
factory. There are cheaper and more<br />
mechanized ways to build pickups.<br />
I know. I’ve seen them in my travels.<br />
But <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> pickups are not<br />
about “cheap”: they’re about tone.<br />
Besides being a pickup designer,<br />
I’m a player and I know how pickups<br />
are supposed to sound. And, I believe,<br />
to build them properly, they have to<br />
be made by hand with the highest<br />
quality materials.<br />
Then there’s you, the customer. We’re<br />
nothing without you. When it comes to<br />
developing new products or re-designing<br />
old products to make them better, it’s all<br />
done to provide you with a quality pickup<br />
or stompbox that makes you sound better.<br />
That’s what it’s about here. It’s been that<br />
way for the last 30 years. And it’ll be that<br />
way for the next 30.<br />
Yours in tone,<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> W. <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
Chairman and Co-Founder<br />
SFX-10 Déjá Vu Tap Delay........................ 5<br />
SFX-09 Double Back Compressor............ 6<br />
SFX-11 Twin Tube Blue................................ 6<br />
SFX-04 Twin Tube Mayhem....................... 7<br />
SFX-01 Pickup Booster................................ 8<br />
SFX-02 Tweak Fuzz..................................... 8<br />
SFX-03 Twin Tube Classic........................... 8<br />
SFX-05 Lava Box.......................................... 9<br />
SFX-06 Paranormal..................................... 9<br />
SFX-07 Shape Shifter.................................. 10<br />
SFX-08 Power Grid...................................... 10<br />
education<br />
choosing your pickup<br />
How to choose the right pickup for you...... 11<br />
INSTALLATION<br />
How to install a pickup.............................. 70<br />
glossary<br />
What it means........................................... 73<br />
TONE chart<br />
Technical specifications............................... 75<br />
acoustic<br />
guitar pickups<br />
Active Magnetic<br />
SA-6 Mag Mic.......................................... 51<br />
Passive Magnetic<br />
SA-1 Acoustic Tube................................... 51<br />
SA-3XL Woody XL.................................... 52<br />
SA-3HC Woody HC.................................. 52<br />
SA-3SC Woody SC................................... 52<br />
D-TAR<br />
duncan|turner acoustic research................ 53<br />
custom shop<br />
Custom Shop............................................. 69<br />
gear<br />
Media, audio, DVD................................... 71<br />
Apparel .................................................. 72<br />
Humbuckers<br />
Vintage Humbuckers<br />
SH-1 ’59 Model................................ 13<br />
SH-55 Seth Lover Model.................... 14<br />
APH-1 Alnico II Pro........................... 14<br />
SH-PG1 Pearly Gates........................ 14<br />
Modern Humbuckers<br />
SH-3 Stag Mag................................ 15<br />
SHPR-1 P-Rails................................... 15<br />
SH-2 Jazz Model............................. 16<br />
SH-10 Full Shred.............................. 16<br />
SH-12 Screamin’ Demon.......................16<br />
SH-4 JB Model................................. 17<br />
TS-1/2 Triple Shot Mounting Ring...... 18<br />
High Output Humbuckers<br />
SH-6 <strong>Duncan</strong> Distortion..................... 18<br />
SH-5 <strong>Duncan</strong> Custom........................ 19<br />
SH-11 Custom Custom........................ 19<br />
SH-14 Custom 5................................ 19<br />
Aggressive Humbuckers<br />
SH-13 Dimebucker............................ 20<br />
SH-8 Invader.................................... 21<br />
SH-15 Alternative 8.......................... 21<br />
Parallel Axis Trembuckers<br />
PATB-1 Original Trembucker................ 22<br />
PATB-2 Distortion Trembucker.............. 22<br />
PATB-3 Blues Saraceno Model............. 22<br />
PA-STK1 Parallel Axis SC-sized Stack 22<br />
Active humbuckers<br />
AHB-1 Blackouts............................ 23<br />
AHB-2 Blackouts Metal.................. 24<br />
AS-1 Blackouts Singles................ 24<br />
LW-MUST Dave Mustaine Model........ 25<br />
LW-CH2 Livewire Classic II................ 25<br />
Mini-Humbuckers<br />
SM-1 Vintage Mini-Humbucker.......... 26<br />
SM-2 Custom Mini-Humbucker.......... 26<br />
SM-3 <strong>Seymour</strong>ized Mini-Humbucker.. 26<br />
P-90s<br />
SP90-1 Vintage P-90 Soapbar.................27<br />
SP90-2 Hot P-90 Soapbar.......................27<br />
SP90-3 Custom P-90 Soapbar.................27<br />
STK-P1 P-90 Stack...................................28<br />
SPH90-1 Phat Cat...................................28<br />
Pickups for Strat ®<br />
Vintage Single Coils<br />
SSL-1 Vintage Staggered........................29<br />
APS-1 Alnico II Pro Staggered.................30<br />
APS-2 Alnico II Pro Flat...........................30<br />
SSL52-1 Five-Two ....................................31<br />
Alternative Single Coils<br />
SSL-2 Vintage Flat...................................32<br />
SSL-3 Hot...............................................32<br />
SLS-1 Lipstick Tube..................................32<br />
SSL-4 Quarter-Pound Flat.......................33<br />
SSL-7 Quarter-Pound Staggered..............33<br />
APST-1 Twang Banger.............................33<br />
SSL-5 Custom Staggered.........................34<br />
SSL-6 Custom Flat...................................34<br />
Single Coil-Sized Humbuckers<br />
SHR-1 Hot Rails......................................35<br />
SVR-1 Vintage Rails................................36<br />
SCR-1 Cool Rails.....................................36<br />
SL59-1 Little ’59......................................37<br />
SDBR-1 Duckbuckers...............................37<br />
SLSD-1 George Lynch Li’l Screamin’ Demon..37<br />
SJBJ-1 JB Jr.............................................38<br />
Hum-Canceling Stack<br />
STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus...........................39<br />
STK-S4 Classic Stack Plus........................39<br />
LiveWires Active Single coils<br />
LW-CS1 Livewire Classic II.......................40<br />
icon key<br />
high high output<br />
output<br />
moderate<br />
output<br />
moderate output<br />
Pickups for Tele ®<br />
Vintage Single Coils<br />
STL-1b Vintage for Broadcaster Lead.......41<br />
STR-1 Vintage Rhythm.............................41<br />
STL-1 Vintage ’54 Lead...........................42<br />
Alternative Single Coils<br />
STL- 2 Hot Lead......................................43<br />
STR-2 Hot Rhythm...................................43<br />
STL-3 Quarter-Pound Lead.......................43<br />
STR-3 Quarter-Pound Rhythm..................43<br />
APTL-1 Alnico II Pro Lead........................44<br />
APTR-1 Alnico II Pro Rhythm....................44<br />
APTL-3JD Jerry Donahue Model Lead.....45<br />
STL52-1 Five-Two Lead.............................46<br />
STR52-1 Five-Two Rhythm.........................46<br />
Single Coil-Sized Humbuckers<br />
STK-T3b Vintage Stack Lead...................47<br />
STK-T1n Vintage Stack Rhythm.................47<br />
STK-T2b Hot Stack...................................47<br />
ST59-1b Little ’59.....................................48<br />
STHR-1b Hot Rails for Tele - Lead.............48<br />
STHR-1n Hot Rails for Tele - Rhythm..........48<br />
more single coil pickups<br />
Pickups for Jaguar ®<br />
SJAG-1 Vintage......................................49<br />
SJAG-2 Hot............................................49<br />
SJAG-3 Quarter-Pound............................49<br />
Lipstick Tube for Danelectro ®<br />
SLD-1 Lipstick Tube..................................49<br />
Pickups for Jazzmaster ®<br />
SJM-1 Vintage........................................50<br />
SJM -2 Hot.............................................50<br />
SJM -3 Quarter-Pound............................50<br />
high output<br />
high output<br />
high output<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
single<br />
coil<br />
coil<br />
hum<br />
canceling hum cancelling<br />
hum cancelling<br />
single coil coil<br />
players pick<br />
Stratocaster, Strat, Telecster, Tele, Esquire, Jaguar, Jazzmaster, P-Bass and Jazz players Bass pick are registered trademarks<br />
and P-J is a trademark of Fender Musical Instruments Corp. Gibson, Les Paul, Firebird, and Melody Maker are<br />
registered trademarks of Gibson USA. Music Man is a registered trademark of Ernie Ball, Inc. Danelectro is a<br />
registered of Evets Corp. Rickenbacker, EMG & Bartolini hum hum cancelling<br />
are registered trademarks<br />
pro shop<br />
of their respective companies.<br />
pro shop<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> and Basslines are not affiliated with these companies. This sourcebook was designed by<br />
Mary Beth Myers (MB et Compagnie). Cody <strong>Duncan</strong> photography. © <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> 2008<br />
moderate output more basslines Pickups<br />
moderate output<br />
Pickups for Music Man ® Bass<br />
single coil SMB-4a 4-String Alnico Pickup.................. 65<br />
single coil SMB-5a 5-String Alnico Pickup.................. 65<br />
SMB-4d 4-String Ceramic Pickup............... 66<br />
SMB-5d 5-String Ceramic Pickup............... 66<br />
hum cancelling<br />
hum cancelling SMB-4a 4-String 3-Coil Alnico Pickup......... 6 6<br />
SMB-5a 5-String 3-Coil Alnico Pickup......... 66<br />
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pick<br />
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pro<br />
shop pro shop<br />
pro shop<br />
SSB-5NYC Passive Phase II NYC................. 55<br />
SSB-4/5 Passive Phase II............................ 55<br />
ASB-6 Active Phase II................................ 55<br />
ASB2-5 Active Phase II.............................. 55<br />
ASB2-6 Active Phase II.............................. 55<br />
ASB-5 Active Phase I................................. 56<br />
ABOB-4/5 Blackouts for Bass.................... 56<br />
Pickups for Fender ® Bass<br />
Active for Jazz Bass ® and P-Bass ®<br />
AJJ-1 Pro-Active for Jazz Bass ® ................. 57<br />
APB-1 Pro-Active for P-Bass........................ 57<br />
APB-2 Lightnin’ Rods for P-Bass.................. 57<br />
AJJ-2 Lightnin’ Rods for Jazz Bass.............. 57<br />
Single Coil Pickups for Jazz Bass ®<br />
SJB-1 Vintage for Jazz Bass...................... 58<br />
SJB-2 Hot for Jazz Bass............................. 59<br />
SJB-3 Quarter-Pound for Jazz Bass............ 59<br />
Stack Pickups for Jazz Bass ®<br />
STK-J2 Hot Stack....................................... 59<br />
STK-J1 Classic Stack.................................. 60<br />
Pickups for 5-String Jazz Bass ®<br />
SJ5-3 Quarter-Pound for 5-String............... 61<br />
SJ5-67-70 Passive Single coils................... 62<br />
SJ5-70-74 Passive Single coils................... 62<br />
AJB-5 Active 5-String................................. 62<br />
SJB-5 5-String Stack.................................. 62<br />
Pickups for P-Bass ®<br />
SPB-3 Quarter-Pound................................ 63<br />
SPB-1 Vintage........................................... 63<br />
SPB-2 Hot................................................. 63<br />
Pickups for Single-Coil P-Bass ®<br />
SCPB-1 Vintage......................................... 64<br />
SCPB-2 Hot............................................... 64<br />
SCPB-3 Quarter-Pound.............................. 64<br />
Pickups for Rickenbacker ® Bass<br />
SRB-1 Replacement for Rickenbacker Bass. 66<br />
Electronics<br />
STC-2C/S-BO Blackouts 2-Band Tone Circuit.5 6<br />
STC Bass Tone Circuits.............................. 67<br />
Fretless<br />
Fundamental Fretless System...................... 68<br />
players pick pick
seymour duncan stompboxes<br />
Boutique Stompboxes for the Working Musician<br />
stompboxes<br />
SFX-10<br />
Déjà Vu<br />
Tap Delay<br />
This revolutionary pedal combines digital delay with real<br />
analog delay and adds tap tempo for incredible versatility.<br />
Recommended for all genres of music.<br />
application While the Déjà Vu includes the standard<br />
wet/dry blend control and the required delay time adjustment,<br />
the Déjà Vu also features an analog/digital blend control, to<br />
achieve any desired level of balance between the warmth of<br />
a real Bucket Brigade delay and the squeaky clean sound of<br />
a microprocessor-based digital delay. There’s also a Feedback<br />
control, which allows you to dial in a runaway recycling of your<br />
sound in the style of an analog tape echo.<br />
Also features two insert jacks. The Feedback Insert jack allows<br />
an external processor to be included in the recycling path,<br />
so that the processor’s effect becomes more intense at each<br />
regeneration, thus continuously morphing the delayed sound<br />
as it recycles. The Wet output/loop jack works on the sound after<br />
it leaves the recycler, allowing custom tweaking of the overall<br />
character of the wet signal before it recombines with the dry<br />
signal.<br />
description The Déjà Vu has Tap Tempo to match<br />
the delay time to the tempo of the music. And a Ratio Control<br />
that gives you multiple delays for each press of the Tap Tempo<br />
footswitch. And a tempo “Heartbeat” red flashing LED to keep<br />
everybody honest (or, at least, in time). And a “Modulation”<br />
control that lets you add a flange/chorus effect to the time delay.<br />
MODS Both insert jacks can connect directly to a standard<br />
volume pedal so the Regen Insert jack becomes a foot control for<br />
the level of regeneration, and the Wet Insert jack becomes a foot<br />
control for the Wet/Dry mix. And you can connect two foot pedals<br />
at the same time for ultimate control of the delayed sound.<br />
Connect a second amp to the stereo output to hear an incredible,<br />
ethereal, space-filling stereo effect. Or use the stereo output by<br />
itself to get a sound with a totally different timbre.<br />
USA MSRP $349<br />
SFX-09<br />
double back<br />
compressor<br />
Finally a Compressor that doesn’t squash your tone! The Double Back<br />
feature blends some of your guitar’s uncompressed signal with the<br />
compressed signal. The result is a totally unique stompbox: one that<br />
offers traditional compression while retaining dynamics, harmonics,<br />
and transient frequencies for a natural sound. And it’s extremely quiet.<br />
application The gain control element is a VCA (voltage-controlled<br />
amplifier) which offers transparent gain reduction, consistent ratio,<br />
and predictable attack/release curves due to the faster response when<br />
compared with other compression methods like light and photocell.<br />
But perhaps what makes this compressor so unique is the Double Back<br />
feature which offers the option to blend back some uncompressed<br />
signal to restore some of the dynamics and “feel” lost during<br />
compression. There are three Double Back frequency options: “High”<br />
blends back top end only so sharp attack, and harmonics still come<br />
through. At low settings, tactile sensitivity is restored. Higher settings<br />
let you cut through the mix with amazing control. “Mid” blends back<br />
mid-range frequencies, perfect for fattening up your tone; and “Full”<br />
blends back the full frequency range to enrich overall dynamics.<br />
The Double Back features a built-in, easy access battery door, a 100%<br />
analog signal path and true bypass.<br />
description Simply put, a compressor makes quiet passages louder<br />
and loud passages quieter. Most other compressors can get in the way<br />
of your guitar’s natural transients and feel. Thanks to the innovative<br />
and unique Double Back feature and associated three-way EQ switch,<br />
the Double Back Compressor lets the original guitar signal leak back<br />
into the compressed tone for a natural performance like no other. The<br />
Double Back can also increase the clean sustain of your guitar, and it<br />
does this with almost no extraneous noise or interference thanks to<br />
revolutionary VCA circuit topology. This is the cleanest, quietest and<br />
most expressive compressor around.<br />
players Peter Stroud / Sheryl Crow Band<br />
SFX-11<br />
twin tube blue<br />
The Twin Tube Blue is the perfect stompbox for the nocompromise<br />
blues player. You know the type. They have to have<br />
the best possible tone and they’ll spend any amount of money<br />
to get it. Fortunately, this boutique quality “secret weapon”<br />
pedal won’t break the bank.<br />
application High-quality, two-channel, guitar preamp<br />
voiced for the blues. Uses a duet of premium, mil-spec,<br />
subminiature, USA-made Phillips-Sylvania® 6111 dual triode<br />
tubes. Great for modern blues, Chicago blues, Texas blues, and<br />
classic rock.<br />
description Too often, inexpensive tube gear runs in<br />
“starved plate mode,” where the tubes function like clipping<br />
diodes and do not actually amplify. The Twin Tube Blue’s high-plate<br />
voltage and 100% vacuum tube signal path allows the tubes to<br />
operate at their fullest potential and provide maximum dynamic<br />
range. This means you get the most gain and all the smooth<br />
tone you expect from a high-quality tube preamp. Two<br />
channels provide versatility. Like all <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
stompboxes, the Twin Tube Blue is true bypass and<br />
features a fully encapsulated toroidal transformer for<br />
quiet operation. Heavy duty steel chassis.<br />
usa MSRP $325<br />
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usa MSRP $225<br />
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Boutique Stompboxes for tone that for sets the you Working apart Musician<br />
stompboxes<br />
SFX-04<br />
twin tube<br />
mayhem<br />
If you could take the tones of the<br />
all-time heaviest rock guitarists and<br />
inject them into a high voltage two<br />
tube stompbox, this would be it.<br />
SFX-01<br />
pickup booster<br />
The SFX-01 was our first foray into the world<br />
of foot effects. This is the stompbox that started<br />
it all.<br />
SFX-03<br />
twin tube<br />
classic<br />
application High-quality<br />
guitar preamp with built in boost.<br />
Uses a duet of premium, mil-spec,<br />
subminiature, USA-made Phillips-<br />
Sylvania ® 6205 pentode tubes.<br />
Great for old school metal, new<br />
metal, thrash, death and doom.<br />
description The high plate<br />
voltage and 100% vacuum tube signal<br />
path allow the tubes to operate at<br />
their fullest potential and provide<br />
maximum dynamic range. Additional<br />
gain is achieved with a high voltage,<br />
low noise, discrete Class A input stage.<br />
There are no clipping diodes. The Class<br />
A input stage increases the resistance<br />
of the stomp-box to microphonics.<br />
The result is maximum dynamic range,<br />
the most gain, and the heaviest tone<br />
you expect from a great tube preamp<br />
voiced for metal. Also features userselectable<br />
4dB or 8dB boost for<br />
pre-setting rhythm and lead levels.<br />
True bypass. Fully encapsulated<br />
toroidal transformer for quiet<br />
operation. Heavy duty steel chassis.<br />
USA MSRP $325<br />
application The first effects pedal designed<br />
specifically to work together with the pickups<br />
in a guitar to achieve optimum gain and<br />
resonance for all tonal applications. Works<br />
with all musical styles.<br />
description By rotating the gain control knob<br />
you can add pure, flat-EQ gain, ranging from<br />
6dB to 25dB! The Resonance Switch drops<br />
the resonant peak of a single coil pickup up to<br />
5KHz, making a single coil sound like a full and<br />
fat humbucker. Features fully discrete Class A<br />
circuitry along with true bypass. Comes in a<br />
heavy-duty steel chassis and runs on a single<br />
9 volt battery.<br />
of note For Resonance Switch to work<br />
properly, the SFX-01 must be first in the signal<br />
chain using passive pickups and a standard<br />
guitar cable — not a wireless unit.<br />
players Michael Landau,<br />
Gary Rossington, Rickey Medlocke<br />
& Hughie Thomassen / Lynyrd Skynyrd,<br />
Michael Britt / Lonestar,<br />
Chris Chasse / Rise Against,<br />
Greg Hetson / Bad Religion, Dave Navarro<br />
usa MSRP $114<br />
SFX-02<br />
tweak fuzz<br />
For our second pedal, we teamed up with<br />
session guitarist Blues Saraceno and his<br />
amplifier and pedal designer father, Alex.<br />
For more information on the birth of the<br />
Tweak Fuzz, including footage of Blues<br />
putting it through its paces in his studio,<br />
check out the free streaming video on<br />
seymourduncan.com.<br />
application Production version of boutique<br />
fuzz pedal that features a six-position “Tweak”<br />
control for tonal versatility. Great for pop,<br />
classic rock, heavy rock, punk and metal.<br />
description The Tweak Fuzz features a<br />
six-position “Tweak” switch to voice the fuzz<br />
tone. The basic tone will be familiar to those<br />
who remember the rich, lush, vintage fuzz tones<br />
of the ‘60s pop festivals. But with the addition of<br />
the Tweak switch, you can now create a myriad<br />
of totally unique fuzz tones, making the Tweak<br />
Fuzz an incredibly versatile pedal for electric<br />
guitar and bass. Discrete, Class A, low-noise<br />
transistor with true bypass. Steel chassis.<br />
Runs on a single 9-volt battery.<br />
The SFX-03 was our first all-tube<br />
pedal with a built-in high voltage<br />
transformer and real tube distortion.<br />
The sound is classic rock ‘n roll.<br />
application High-quality, twochannel,<br />
guitar preamp. Uses a duet<br />
of premium, mil-spec, subminiature,<br />
USA-made Phillips-Sylvania ® 6021<br />
dual triode tubes. Great for country,<br />
blues, surf, classic rock.<br />
description The high-plate voltage and<br />
100% vacuum tube signal path allows the<br />
tubes to operate at their fullest potential and<br />
provide maximum dynamic range. This<br />
means you get the most gain and all the<br />
smooth tone you expect from a highquality<br />
tube preamp. Two channels<br />
provide versatility. True bypass. Fully<br />
encapsulated toroidal transformer<br />
for quiet operation. Heavy duty<br />
steel chassis.<br />
players Michael Wilton /<br />
Queensryche, Jesse Colin<br />
Young / The Youngbloods,<br />
Peter Stroud / Sheryl<br />
Crow, Ray Toro /<br />
My Chemical Romance<br />
usa MSRP $314<br />
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players Blues Saraceno,<br />
Doug Pettibone / Lucinda Williams,<br />
Mark Browne / Melissa Etheridge,<br />
Karen Cuda / Nashville Pussy,<br />
Bill Kelliher / Mastodon<br />
J Mascis / Dinosaur Junior<br />
usa MSRP $149<br />
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Boutique for Stompboxes tone that for sets the you Working apart Musician<br />
stompboxes<br />
SFX-05<br />
lava box<br />
The Lava Box is not your ordinary distortion/overdrive pedal. It actually<br />
reacts more like a great amp than a stompbox, with the depth and<br />
dynamics that give well-made amps so much character.<br />
application Mosfet distortion/overdrive with incredible dynamic<br />
range. Even at the highest gain settings, you can turn down your guitar’s<br />
volume control and the Lava Box will clean up beautifully. Onstage, you<br />
can set the Lava Box for a loud lead tone and simply use your guitar’s<br />
volume control to get your clean and crunch tones—all without switching<br />
channels or kicking in other effects. In the studio, you can explore the<br />
huge array of tones that are available with the intuitive controls, creating<br />
special-effect thin tones or spooky dark sounds that are perfect for<br />
layering and overdubs.<br />
description The six-position “Rumble” bass roll-off control changes<br />
the sonic character of the Lava Box’s distortion for a huge range of<br />
tones, from bright and spanky to deep and warm. Whether you have<br />
the thinnest single-coil in the bridge of your guitar or the woolliest<br />
humbucker in the neck, there is a Rumble setting that’s perfect for it.<br />
players Sascha Gerstner / Helloween,<br />
Fred Cimato / Cute is What We Aim For<br />
usa MSRP $149<br />
SFX-06<br />
paranormal<br />
bass direct box<br />
The Paranormal Bass Direct Box is a super flexible stage and studio tool.<br />
It functions as a direct box with three bands of active EQ and a dedicated<br />
Slap Contour switch. It’s a must for every gig and every session.<br />
application Like all DIs, the Paranormal sports a balanced line out XLR<br />
jack (with ground lift) so you can feed a front-of-house mixing board or a<br />
recording console with no loss of signal. But that’s where the similarities<br />
end, because the Paranormal Bass Direct Box also features active EQ<br />
and a Slap Contour switch. Use it on stage to split a signal between<br />
your amplifier and the mixing board. Or, use it in the studio as a direct<br />
recording device.<br />
description The Paranormal features three bands of active EQ<br />
specifically optimized for bass. This allows you to dial in your tone in any<br />
room, sculpting your lows, mids, and highs quickly and easily with up<br />
to 12dB of boost or cut for each band of EQ. It’s the perfect solution for<br />
bassists who want the flexibility of an active system but don’t want to<br />
modify their instrument. The SFX-06 also features our proprietary Slap<br />
Contour switch, which applies an additional preset EQ curve to whatever<br />
settings you’ve chosen with the 3-band EQ. This produces a tone that’s<br />
perfect for slap playing but also works great as an alternate sound for<br />
fingerstyle or pick playing.<br />
players Pete Prevost / Sanctus Real,<br />
Brad Fordham / Jimmie Dale Gilmore<br />
usa MSRP $199<br />
SFX-07<br />
shape shifter<br />
If you like the smooth, easy-to-dial-in sound of vintage amp tremolo,<br />
you’ll love the Shape Shifter Tap Tremolo. But if you also crave<br />
unrestrained versatility and you want to delve into ultra-modern<br />
experimental sounds like flutters, shimmers, warbles and even radical<br />
“helicopter chops,” the Shape Shifter is still your tremolo!<br />
application Sonically pure, 100% analog signal path delivers the<br />
familiar lush, hypnotic, pulsing tremolo vibes characteristic of<br />
‘50s tube amps. Digital tap control offers incredible control. Shape<br />
and Wave controls provide unparalleled versatility.<br />
description There are two modes. In Rate mode the tremolo speed<br />
varies continuously from one to 20 cycles per second. An LED pulses<br />
in time with the tremolo effect for easy Rate setting. In Ratio mode, the<br />
speed is established by tapping the Tap Rate switch, allowing for easy<br />
synchronization of the tremolo rate with the song tempo. Also, in<br />
Ratio mode, the tapped tempo can be expressed in your choice of four<br />
tap-to-note ratios: 1:1, 2:1, 3:1, or 4:1 (1/4 notes, 1/8 notes, triplets, or<br />
1/16 notes).<br />
The Wave control allows the tremolo effect to go from the smooth<br />
modulation of a sine wave through the sharper characteristics of a<br />
triangle wave to the abrupt on/off effect of square wave drive.<br />
Most classic tremolos increase the volume over a certain period of time,<br />
say a quarter of a second, and then decrease the volume over a similar<br />
period of time. This gives a smooth, even feeling to the tremolo effect.<br />
When set to the middle of its range, the Shape Shifter’s Shape control<br />
does exactly that. But when the Shape control is rotated away from its<br />
center position, the relationship between the time spent increasing the<br />
volume and the time spent reducing the volume changes. For example,<br />
you can dial in one-tenth of a second of volume increase followed by<br />
four-tenths of a second of volume decrease, or vice-versa. This adds a<br />
very different feel to the tremolo effect. With a quick swell and a slow<br />
drop, the effect is percussive like a piano. Conversely, with a slow swell<br />
and sudden drop, the result is reminiscent of a tape played backwards<br />
SFX-08<br />
power grid<br />
With all the power and control built into the SFX-08 Power Grid,<br />
it could just be the last distortion pedal you buy. Ever!<br />
application High gain, solid state distortion stompbox capable<br />
of myriad tones thanks to a three-band active EQ section. Perfect<br />
for all genres of rock.<br />
description Designed to provide powerful overdrive and distortion<br />
suitable for rhythm and lead playing, thanks to five stages of class A,<br />
discrete circuitry, which are cascaded to provide nearly 100dB of gain<br />
and are managed by a multi-element gain and volume control system<br />
that allows fine control.<br />
With the Power Grid, your tone is further refined thanks to three<br />
bands of active EQ. Each band allows for up to 12dB of boost or<br />
cut at frequencies selected for maximum control of the electric<br />
guitar. This allows you to create tones with a far greater<br />
degree of surgical precision than what’s possible with any<br />
distortion pedal with passive EQ. Matches great with<br />
aggressive pickups like the SH-15 Alternative 8 and<br />
AHB-1 Blackouts.<br />
players Randy Bachman/Bachman-Turner<br />
Overdrive<br />
usa MSRP $149<br />
10<br />
players Doug Pettibone / Lucinda Williams, Matt Scannell / Vertical<br />
Horizon, Steve Dudas / Ringo Starr<br />
usa MSRP $225<br />
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seymour duncan<br />
is your relationship with<br />
your guitar on the ropes?<br />
are you constantly fighting with it to put out great tone? or maybe you’re just not<br />
getting any. you know, your instrument should love you as much as you love it.<br />
if things between the two of you aren’t working out, then it’s time for a new pickup.<br />
for tone that sets you apart<br />
ok, what makes<br />
seymour duncan and<br />
basslines pickups so good?<br />
what’s a pickup?<br />
Technically, pickups are transducers that<br />
“pick up” string vibrations and translate<br />
them into an electrical current which then<br />
comes out of your amp as a tasty jazz run or<br />
an in-yer-face death metal riff.<br />
why change pickups?<br />
If you’ve got an instrument that looks right<br />
and feels right, but doesn’t sound right, then<br />
the pickups in that instrument are not right.<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong>/Basslines manufactures<br />
hundreds of models for all kinds of<br />
instruments with the single-minded goal of<br />
helping you find your tone.<br />
ok, this is about me. so,<br />
how do I choose the right<br />
pickups?<br />
First off, determine your tone needs.<br />
Do you need more output, sustain or better<br />
dynamics? Are you looking for a thicker<br />
tone or more bottom end? Answering these<br />
questions is the first step in choosing the<br />
right pickup.<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong>duncan.com has lots of great tools;<br />
the Tone Wizard, soundbytes, videos, cool<br />
wiring diagrams, a User Group Forum with<br />
the most tone-minded folks on the ‘net, plus<br />
Q&A with <strong>Seymour</strong>, artist interviews, dealer<br />
listings, newsletters, the Wall of Fame and<br />
more.<br />
what makes one pickup<br />
sound different from<br />
another?<br />
Basically, a passive pickup is composed of<br />
two things: a magnet and a coil of insulated<br />
copper wire. The magnet works to magnetize<br />
the strings creating a flux field. When the<br />
strings vibrate, the movement of this flux<br />
field creates an alternating current within<br />
the pickup coils. This alternating current<br />
then travels from the pickup to the amplifier.<br />
When you crank your amp, you hear the<br />
combination of the pickup and the amplifier<br />
interpreting the vibration of the strings.<br />
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coil<br />
A pickup coil is merely a long strand of<br />
insulated copper wire wound thousands of<br />
times around a bobbin (or coil form) that<br />
has magnetic pole pieces at its core or a bar<br />
magnet at its base. We use several types of<br />
insulation and several gauges of wire to give<br />
you the right tone.<br />
number of turns<br />
The number of turns of copper wire wound<br />
around the bobbin greatly affects the<br />
performance of the pickup and the overall<br />
tone of your guitar. A pickup with lots and<br />
lots of turns will have high output, but this<br />
output will come at the expense of dynamics<br />
and high end. A pickup with way too many<br />
turns will actually lose output due to resistive<br />
losses caused by excessive impedance.<br />
On the other hand, an under-wound pickup<br />
will come across sounding thin and weak.<br />
Getting the right number of turns for a<br />
great-sounding pickup is as much art as it is<br />
science.<br />
d.c. resistance and<br />
resonant peak<br />
D.C. resistance is resistance to the flow of<br />
direct current. Generally, the more turns<br />
of wire, the higher the d.c. resistance, the<br />
higher the output and the lower the treble<br />
response. For single coils, the d.c. resistance<br />
generally ranges from around 6.5k for a<br />
vintage tone, to 15k for a high output tone.<br />
For humbuckers, the range is around 7.5k to<br />
around 16.5k.<br />
Resistance to the flow of alternating current<br />
is called impedance and it changes with<br />
frequency. The frequency where a pickup’s<br />
impedance reaches its highest level is called<br />
the resonant peak. Generally speaking, the<br />
higher in frequency the resonant peak, the<br />
clearer and brighter the pickup’s tone.<br />
We list the d.c. resistance and resonant<br />
peak for almost all of our pickups. It’s most<br />
informative to compare D.C. resistance and<br />
resonant peaks between similar pickups, that<br />
is, between single coils or between<br />
full-size humbuckers for example, and not<br />
across broad categories, like comparing a<br />
single coil to a full-size humbucker.<br />
Besides actually hearing the pickup, this is<br />
the best way to figure out what the pickup is<br />
going to sound like.<br />
magnet<br />
The magnet brings life to the pickup. We<br />
use two different magnet materials: Alnico<br />
and ceramic. Alnico, an alloy which includes<br />
aluminum, nickel and cobalt (“AL-NI-CO”),<br />
tends to have lower string pull and creates a<br />
softer magnet field which improves sustain<br />
and helps smooth out the tone. We generally<br />
use two different strengths of Alnico<br />
magnets -- Alnico 2 and Alnico 5 -- to create<br />
two totally different tones. Alnico 2, which<br />
is slightly weaker than 5, tends to have a<br />
smoother, warmer, rounder tone with softer<br />
attack. Alnico 5 has a brighter, more dynamic<br />
tone with a tighter bottom end than 2. We<br />
recently added an Alnico 8 humbucker to our<br />
lineup, the SH-15 Alternative 8 (see page 16).<br />
Ceramic magnets are a blend of magnetic<br />
iron and rare earth materials like barium or<br />
strontium, which is formed into bars under<br />
high pressure and intense heat. If you are<br />
looking for power and extended range in<br />
your tone, ceramic is the way to go.<br />
Ceramic creates a magnet field more<br />
powerful than that of Alnico and is more<br />
resistant to environmental aging. We<br />
use ceramic magnets on some of our<br />
humbuckers (like the SH-13 Dimebucker),<br />
single coil sized humbuckers (like the JB Jr.),<br />
and bass pickups (like the active soapbars),<br />
because it produces a more aggressive tone<br />
with a punchier bass end and enhanced<br />
upper mids.<br />
Chamfering pole piece magnets<br />
magnet (continued)<br />
Understanding the relationship between<br />
d.c. resistance and resonant peak is a great<br />
way to discern the “voice” of a pickup. But<br />
of equal importance is understanding how<br />
the magnet of the pickup matches with the<br />
various types of tone woods used in guitars.<br />
Ask yourself this: is my guitar naturally<br />
bright sounding or warm sounding? Bright<br />
sounding guitars will have a tendency to<br />
have a pronounced high-end detail; and<br />
warm sounding guitars will have more<br />
emphasis in the lower-midrange. Certain<br />
woods, like mahogany and rosewood, will<br />
often create a warm sounding guitar. Other<br />
woods, like maple and ebony, will make a<br />
guitar bight sounding. What kind of wood is<br />
used on your guitar?<br />
Here’s the trick: you can balance a bright<br />
sounding guitar with a warm sounding<br />
pickup. And vice versa. Alnico 2 has a<br />
characteristic warm tone with soft attack.<br />
Generally, this means it usually works well<br />
with bright sounding guitars. Alnico 5 and<br />
ceramic generally have a brighter tone than<br />
Alnico 2, which make them well suited to<br />
warm sounding guitars. Keep in mind that<br />
these are general guidelines; and we make<br />
some broad-based suggestions for woods for<br />
each pickup in their catalog description. But<br />
some Alnico 2 pickups, like the APS-1 Alnico<br />
II Pro for Strat ® , for instance, are actually<br />
bright sounding – not because of the magnet,<br />
but because of the low d.c. resistance and<br />
high resonant peak. See? It’s all related.<br />
Each pickup is built by hand<br />
it’s the pickups<br />
We have a 100%, no-compromise attitude about our<br />
product. From the hand assembly to the fanatical<br />
quality control, we have a passionate devotion to<br />
making sure our product is the best it can possibly be.<br />
That’s why so many guitar manufacturers specify<br />
our pickups as original equipment on their<br />
instruments. That’s why so many artists rely on<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> and Basslines to give them their<br />
sound. And that’s what makes you sound so good<br />
when you get <strong>Seymour</strong>ized.<br />
it’s the people<br />
We’re a company of guitar and bass players.<br />
We’ve been on stage. We’ve been in the studio.<br />
And we’ve spent countless hours practicing in our<br />
bedrooms. We know tone, and we know what it takes<br />
to give you the tone you’re looking for.<br />
it’s pleasing you<br />
Vacuum wax potting<br />
Our devotion to our customers starts with our product<br />
development and extends to our network of authorized<br />
dealers and our 21-Day Real World Exchange<br />
Policy.<br />
It’s all about taking care of you by helping you find<br />
Tone That Sets You Apart. And helping you patch<br />
things up with that axe you know you love so much.<br />
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high output hum cancelling single coil<br />
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vintage humbuckers<br />
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From the vintage-correct appointments in our Patent Applied For (“P.A.F.”) recreations, like those built by Seth Lover in the mid-‘50s;<br />
to ultra-modern creations like the SH-14, designed by a fanatical group of web user board devotees, we’ve got your ‘bucker. • Humbucker and<br />
Trembucker spacing defined: on a 6-string guitar, if the distance from the high-E string to the low-E string measured above the bridge pickup is<br />
greater players than 2.00” pickor 50mm, use a Trembucker (“TB”). If the distance is less than 2.00” or 50mm, use traditional humbucker spacing (“SH”).<br />
Colors – Humbuckers and Trembuckers are available in double black, double white, zebra (black and cream), or reverse zebra at no extra charge.<br />
In addition, humbuckers (not Trembuckers) are available as shop floor customs in any combination of black, white, cream (except double-cream,<br />
which pro is a trademark shop owned by another company), red, pink, yellow, green, light blue, and dark blue. • Most humbuckers and Trembuckers are<br />
available with a nickel or gold-plated cover. Consult your authorized dealer for more details.<br />
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SH-1<br />
’59 model <br />
application Versatile P.A.F.-type humbucker.<br />
Great for country, jazz, blues, funk, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description Late-‘50s, vintage-correct, humbucker<br />
sound. Warm and crystalline clean tones. Full and bright<br />
distorted tones. Smooth sustain. Classic appointments include<br />
plain enamel wire, long legged bottom plate, vintage single<br />
conductor cable and no logo. Compared to the SH-55 Seth Lover,<br />
the ’59 has slightly more scooped mids and is vacuum wax<br />
potted for squeal-free performance.<br />
complete setup Available in both neck and bridge<br />
models. Often a ‘59 neck is used together with a hotter bridge<br />
pickup like the SH-4 JB or SH-13 Dimebucker for extra versatility.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments. Works<br />
especially well with mahogany bodies and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Four-conductor cable. Trembucker.<br />
Nickel or gold-plated cover. 7-string version. <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
logo. Available in matched set of ’59 bridge and ’59 neck.<br />
players Ben Harper (neck & bridge), Robben Ford (neck &<br />
bridge), Mike Einzinger / Incubus (neck), Robert Smith / The Cure,<br />
Gus G. / Firewind<br />
USA MSRP $104<br />
SH-55<br />
seth lover<br />
model <br />
application Ultra-authentic, Alnico 2, P.A.F.-<br />
type humbucker. Great for country, jazz, blues<br />
and classic rock.<br />
description Designed jointly by <strong>Seymour</strong><br />
and humbucker inventor, the late Seth Lover.<br />
Just like the original 1955 P.A.F.s, the SH-55<br />
utilizes a nickel silver cover and long-legged<br />
nickel silver bottom plate, butyrate plastic<br />
bobbins, plain enamel wire, Alnico 2 bar,<br />
wooden spacer, and black paper tape. To be<br />
completely true to the original design and tone,<br />
the pickup is not wax potted. The tone is vintage<br />
P.A.F. The unpotted cover gives a slightly<br />
“honky” microphonic quality. Vintage style<br />
single conductor cable standard.<br />
complete setup Most commonly used in a<br />
neck and bridge set. Can be used in the neck<br />
with an SH-11 Custom Custom for heavier rock<br />
sounds from the bridge position.<br />
guitars For brighter toned instruments.<br />
Works especially well with maple and ebony<br />
fingerboards. Not recommended for use with<br />
ultra-high-gain tube amplifiers over 50 watts.<br />
available mods Choose nickel or gold-plated<br />
cover. Four-conductor cable. Wax potting.<br />
players Joe Perry / Aerosmith (neck<br />
& bridge), Gary Rossington & Rickey Medlocke /<br />
Lynyrd Skynyrd (neck & bridge), Michael<br />
Britt / Lonestar, Dweezil Zappa, Sheryl Crow<br />
(neck & bridge), George Pajon Jr. / Black-Eyed<br />
Peas (neck & bridge), Steve Stevens (neck &<br />
bridge)<br />
usa MSRP $149 Nickel, $152 Gold<br />
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APH-1<br />
alnico II pro <br />
application Warm, moderate-output<br />
humbucker. Great for jazz, blues, classic rock<br />
and slide.<br />
description The Alnico 2 magnet and<br />
moderate windings yield a warm, sweet tone<br />
with more natural string vibration for great<br />
sustain. Classic rock players who get their<br />
distortion from the amp rather than the pickup<br />
love the APH-1. It allows them to back off the<br />
crunch and get beautiful clean tones with<br />
softer attack. Compared to the ’59, the Alnico II<br />
Pro has a rounder sound with a spongier bass<br />
response. Comes with four-conductor hookup<br />
cable and no logo.<br />
complete setup Often the APH-1 is used<br />
in both neck and bridge positions. Or, in the<br />
neck with a higher output pickup like an SH-11<br />
Custom Custom or SHPG-1b Pearly Gates for<br />
heavier rock or hotter blues sounds from the<br />
bridge position.<br />
guitars For brighter toned instruments.<br />
Works especially well with maple and ebony<br />
fingerboards. Also works great with hollow and<br />
semi-hollow body guitars.<br />
available mods Nickel or gold-plated cover.<br />
Trembucker. <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> logo.<br />
players Slash / Velvet Revolver & Guns<br />
‘N Roses (neck & bridge), Michael Wilton /<br />
Queensryche (bridge), Adrian Legg, Robin Finck<br />
/ Guns ‘N Roses, Tim Mahoney / 311 (neck),<br />
Troy Van Leeuwen / Queens of the Stone Age<br />
(neck)<br />
application Warm, slightly-hotter-thanvintage<br />
humbucker. Great for blues, classic<br />
rock, southern rock, jam, and hard rock.<br />
description Originally designed as a<br />
recreation of the pickups in the ’59 Les Paul ®<br />
Standard that defined the raw, rebellious sound<br />
of Texas blues-rock. The Pearly Gates is<br />
sweet, but slightly rude, with great sustain<br />
and a bright top end that make<br />
harmonics jump out of the guitar.<br />
Comes with four-conductor<br />
hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Often used in<br />
both neck and bridge positions. Can<br />
be used in the bridge with an APH-1n<br />
Alnico II Pro in the neck for smoother<br />
tones; or, a Pearly Gates in the neck with<br />
an SH-11 Custom Custom for heavier rock<br />
sounds from the bridge position.<br />
guitars For brighter toned instruments.<br />
Works especially well with maple and ebony<br />
fingerboards. Also works great with hollow<br />
and semi-hollow body guitars.<br />
available mods<br />
Nickel or gold-plated cover.<br />
Trembucker.<br />
players Dickey Betts<br />
(neck & bridge),<br />
Warren Haynes/<br />
Gov’t Mule (neck &<br />
bridge), Monte<br />
Pittman / Madonna,<br />
Greg Martin / Kentucky<br />
Headhunters<br />
(neck & bridge)<br />
usa MSRP $135<br />
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usa MSRP $114
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single coil<br />
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SHPR-1 p-rails <br />
application Ground breaking, patent pending design allows a full-size humbucker to<br />
split to either a “real deal” P-90 or a traditional single coil. Perfect for a wide variety of styles<br />
including country, pop, surf, jazz, blues, classic rock, and heavy rock.<br />
description Until now, if you wanted humbucker, P-90, and vintage Strat ® tones, you’d<br />
have to haul three guitars to the gig. Enter P-Rails. It’s a full-size humbucker that splits to either<br />
a full-size P-90 or a special Alnico-powered single-coil Rail pickup. The humbucker sound is full<br />
and expansive, owing to the mis-matched coil configuration. The P-90 is a super fat. And the Rail<br />
coils, when used together, sound like the “2” and “4” positions in a great Strat.<br />
complete setup P-Rails are best used in a matched neck and bridge set. To get<br />
both humbucker and P-90 tones, use a two-way switch (push-pull or mini-toggle). To have<br />
humbucker and P-90 tones and bring in the added dimension of the single-coil Rail,<br />
use a three-way switch (DPDT on-off-on).<br />
guitars P-Rails can be used in any guitar set up for a traditional humbucker or<br />
Trembucker. A single P-Rails will bring added dimension to your guitar. However, to<br />
optimize P-Rails’ unique splitting capabilities and get the best single-coil Rails tones,<br />
use a neck and bridge set.<br />
available mods Normally, in humbucking mode, P-Rails are wired in series, for a<br />
high-output sound that works great for classic rock and heavier tones. However, when wired in<br />
parallel, the coil mismatch produces a very usable P.A.F.-style humbucker tone with less phase<br />
cancellation associated with standard parallel<br />
wired humbuckers, complete with present uppermid<br />
“bloom” and pronounced string articulation.<br />
Now available in cream and white covers.<br />
players Peter Stroud / Sheryl Crow Band,<br />
Blues Saraceno, Eric Miker / Decemberadio,<br />
Randy Bachman / Bachman-Turner Overdrive,<br />
Dustin Kensrue / Thrice, Steve Henderlong /<br />
39 Stripes<br />
USA MSRP $129 individually,<br />
$248 neck and bridge set<br />
P-Rails Specifications<br />
SH-3<br />
stag mag <br />
application Uniquely constructed<br />
humbucker uses Alnico 2 rod pole pieces<br />
to achieve true single-coil sound when split<br />
(tapped). Recommended for classic rock, jazz,<br />
blues, funk and country.<br />
description The Stag Mag uses the same<br />
type of magnets as a vintage single coil. Each<br />
coil is as powerful as a single-coil. When the<br />
pickup is split (sometimes called “tapped”) such<br />
that only one coil is used, the sound is bright<br />
and glassy, like a vintage Strat ® pickup. In full<br />
output, humbucking mode, the tone is rich and<br />
full with a bright high-end. Comes with fourconductor<br />
hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Though often used in the<br />
bridge position, the Stag Mag can be used in the<br />
neck as well.<br />
guitars Use with any guitar with traditional<br />
string spacing in the bridge position (1.925” or<br />
48.9mm). Works with rosewood, ebony or maple<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Make sure to use the Stag<br />
Mag with a switch to maximize the real-deal<br />
single-coil tone when split. See our website for<br />
wiring diagrams for split wiring and other cool<br />
mods.<br />
players Greg Hetson / Bad Religion, Michael<br />
Ciravolo / Gene Loves Jezebel, Mike Scott /<br />
Prince, Charlie Crowe / Brooks & Dunn<br />
Mode dc resistance Resonant peak<br />
Neck<br />
Humbucking 12.87KΩ 4.6KHz<br />
P-90 7.25KΩ 3.6KHz<br />
Rails 5.60KΩ 7.0KHz<br />
bridge<br />
Humbucking 18.80KΩ 3.0KHz<br />
P-90 10.20KΩ 3.1KHz<br />
Rails 8.56KΩ 6.0KHz<br />
Magnet: two Alnico 5 bars Cable: four-conductor<br />
usa MSRP $104<br />
SH-12<br />
george lynch<br />
hum cancelling<br />
screamin’ demon <br />
players pick<br />
application Moderate output, P.A.F.-style with added “growl.” Great<br />
for classic rock, jazz-rock fusion, heavy rock and aggressive instrumental<br />
rock.<br />
pro shop<br />
description This pickup was designed in the Custom Shop for guitar<br />
legend George Lynch. It has the big open sound of our ‘59 Model TM with<br />
a little less bite and a little more growl. The tone is big, percussive with<br />
a defined treble response that doesn’t get harsh. It uses one row of Allen<br />
screws and one row of standard slotted screws for a unique “airy” sound.<br />
Comes with four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Recommended for bridge position. Often paired with<br />
a moderate output neck pickup like the SH-1 ‘59 for P.A.F. tones.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments. Works especially well<br />
with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Trembucker.<br />
high output hum cancelling<br />
moderate players output pick<br />
single coil pro shop<br />
SH-2<br />
jazz model <br />
players<br />
application Classic moderate output humbucker. Especially<br />
George Lynch / Dokken & Lynch Mob,<br />
popular in neck position. Don’t let the name fool you; it’s not only<br />
John Frank Werner / Andrew W.K., Fred Mascherino & Eddie Reyes / single coil<br />
great for jazz, but also country, blues, funk, pro classic shop rock and heavy<br />
Taking Back Sunday, Martin Henriksson & Niklas Sundin / Dark Tranquility<br />
rock.<br />
usa MSRP $135<br />
SH-10<br />
full<br />
shred <br />
application High output tone for heavy rhythms and speed<br />
riffs. Used for classic rock, heavy rock, hip hop, fusion and<br />
aggressive solo playing.<br />
description Double rows of Allen screw pole pieces help fine<br />
tune the high end, leaving a tone that’s fat and chunky, yet perfectly<br />
defined for speed riffs. Gives tonal control in high-gain situation. Less<br />
aggressive than an SH-6 Distortion. More articulate than an SH-5<br />
Custom. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available in both neck and bridge models<br />
— most commonly used in the bridge position. The Full<br />
Shred neck pickup has reduced output and more treble<br />
for tonal versatility.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments.<br />
Works especially well with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Trembucker.<br />
players Riggs/Rob Zombie (bridge),<br />
Phil Campbell/Motorhead (bridge),<br />
Chris Rest/Lagwagon (bridge)<br />
usa MSRP $114<br />
hum description cancelling Provides an articulate and clear tone. Great for fast<br />
runs. The brighter tone has slightly less output and is a good match<br />
with most bridge pickups. When distorted, the tone is full and bright.<br />
Smooth sustain. Compared to the SH-1 ‘59 Model, the Jazz has<br />
players slightly pickless output and a more detailed treble response. Comes with<br />
four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
high output pro shop complete setup Available in both neck and bridge models.<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
Often a Jazz neck is paired with an SH-4 JB (<strong>Seymour</strong>’s<br />
favorite combination) or SH-5 <strong>Duncan</strong> Custom in the<br />
bridge position for diverse tones.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments.<br />
Works especially well with mahogany bodies and<br />
rosewood fingerboards. Also works great with<br />
hollow and semi-hollow body guitars.<br />
hum cancelling available mods Nickel or gold-plated cover.<br />
7-string neck version. Available in a matched set<br />
with an SH-4 JB for the bridge.<br />
players pick<br />
players Jerry Horton / Papa Roach (neck),<br />
Corey Beaulieu / Trivium (neck),<br />
Doug Pettibone / Lucinda Williams (neck)<br />
pro shop<br />
usa MSRP $104<br />
high output hum cancelling<br />
moderate players output pick<br />
single coil pro shop<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
16<br />
play<br />
pro
hum cancelling<br />
high output players pick hum cancelling<br />
moderate pro output shop<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
pro shop<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
high output humbuckers<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
SH-6<br />
duncan distortion <br />
application High output humbucker built for aggressive playing styles.<br />
Recommended for old school metal, nu-metal, gothic, garage, punk, thrash<br />
and other heavy rock styles. Great for drop tunings.<br />
SH-4 jb model <br />
application The archetype hot-rodded humbucker for over 30 years. Great for everything from heavy blues to heavy<br />
metal.<br />
description The world’s most popular humbucker. Provides slammin’ output while retaining singing highs,<br />
aggressive harmonics, and just the right blend of sustain and distortion. Goes from sweet warm tones to raw rock ‘n’ roll.<br />
Compared to the SH-14 Custom 5, the JB has a stronger treble detail. Some players use it with 250K pots to smooth out the<br />
highs. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Recommended for bridge position. Often a JB is paired with a neck pickup like the SH-2n Jazz<br />
(<strong>Seymour</strong>’s favorite) for versatility or a SH-1 ‘59 for P.A.F. tones.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments. Works especially well with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Nickel or gold-plated cover. Trembucker. 7-string version. Available in matched set of SH-4 JB<br />
Model bridge and SH-2n Jazz Model neck.<br />
players Frank Iero & Ray Toro / My Chemical Romance, Paul Stanley / KISS, Gary Rossington / Lynyrd Skynyrd, Ty Tabor<br />
/ King’s X, Nick Hexum & Tim Mahoney / 311, Patrick Stump & Joe Trohman / Fall Out Boy, Mike Schleibaum / Darkest Hour,<br />
Laura Pleasants / Kylesa<br />
description Yields high output while retaining clarity. The massive<br />
ceramic magnet and hot coil windings deliver tremendous power and raw<br />
distorted rock sounds. More aggressive than the SH-5 <strong>Duncan</strong> Custom.<br />
Comes with four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available for both neck and bridge positions. Often a<br />
Distortion bridge is paired with an SH-2n Jazz Model in the neck for good<br />
clean tones and versatility.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments. Works especially well with<br />
rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Nickel or gold-plated cover. Trembucker. 7-string<br />
version.<br />
players Gus G. / Firewind (bridge), Jerry Horton / Papa Roach (bridge),<br />
Wayne Static / Static X (bridge), Fred Mascherino & Eddie Reyes / Taking<br />
Back Sunday, Eric Peterson / Testament (bridge), Lars Johansson /<br />
Candlemass, Christopher Malmstrom / DARKANE<br />
usa MSRP $104<br />
TS-1 (Trembucker spacing)<br />
TS-2 (For Les Paul ® )<br />
triple shot Switching<br />
Mounting ring <br />
application Expand your tonal palette by accessing<br />
three unique tones from a humbucker, thanks to this<br />
mounting ring that holds two small switches.<br />
description This “stealth” pickup switching<br />
device allows you to access series, parallel and<br />
split wirings with a standard humbucker. And<br />
it’s easy to install. Just solder your pickup leads<br />
to a small color-coded circuit board. That’s it.<br />
Push the two switches towards each other for<br />
standard series wiring; away from each other<br />
for parallel wiring; and both towards one<br />
coil (either one) to shut that coil off.<br />
complete setup For use with nearly<br />
any humbucker pickups with four-conductor<br />
cable: <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> or otherwise.<br />
usa MSRP $69 set<br />
18<br />
USA MSRP $104<br />
17
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
high output pro shophum cancelling<br />
moderate output<br />
players pick<br />
single coil pro shop<br />
hum cancelling<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
dimebag darrell<br />
His guitar tone epitomized the hard-hitting,<br />
aggressive brutality that transformed<br />
Pantera and Damageplan into the mainstays of<br />
modern metal. Dime and Washburn guitars asked<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> to develop a bridge pickup<br />
that would capture that heavy guitar barrage that<br />
defined Dime’s tone. In Dime’s words:<br />
SH-5<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
duncan<br />
custom <br />
application “P.A.F. on steroids” tone. Used<br />
for classic rock, heavy rock, funk, punk, R&B,<br />
metal and drop-tunings.<br />
description Beefed up Patent Applied For<br />
tone for a hard-driving, kickin’ sound with the<br />
right balance of power, sustain, and distortion.<br />
This pickup cuts through with a distinctive high<br />
end and midrange attack. The ceramic magnet<br />
and custom coil design give it compressed<br />
dynamics, an enhanced harmonic structure,<br />
and a punchy bass. Perfect for dropped tunings<br />
without “mushing” out. Comes with fourconductor<br />
hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Recommended for bridge<br />
position. Often a <strong>Duncan</strong> Custom is paired with<br />
an SH-1 ‘59 in the neck for bigger P.A.F. tones<br />
in the bridge and vintage-correct P.A.F. tones in<br />
the neck.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments.<br />
Works especially well with rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Nickel or gold-plated cover.<br />
Trembucker. 7-string version.<br />
players Robin Finck / Guns ‘N Roses,<br />
Dave Kushner / Velvet Revolver,<br />
Mike Carden / The Academy Is...<br />
usa MSRP $104<br />
SH-11<br />
custom<br />
custom <br />
application High output humbucker for use<br />
in bright guitars. Great for pop, country, blues,<br />
classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description The Custom Custom TM is our<br />
SH-5 <strong>Duncan</strong> Custom TM humbucker with an<br />
Alnico II magnet for warm and smooth highs,<br />
more midrange, and a spongier bottom end<br />
than the SH-5. It’s a good choice for players who<br />
need a traditional vintage tone with increased<br />
output. Comes with four-conductor hookup<br />
cable.<br />
complete setup Recommended for bridge<br />
position. Often a Custom Custom is paired with<br />
a Pearly Gates for bluesy P.A.F. tones in the<br />
neck.<br />
guitars For brighter toned instruments.<br />
Works especially well with maple and ebony<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Nickel or gold-plated cover.<br />
Trembucker.<br />
SH-14<br />
custom 5 <br />
application Like a higher output ‘59 Model<br />
with a deeper bottom end and expanded<br />
output. Perfect for pop, country, blues, classic<br />
rock and heavy rock.<br />
description Developed by<br />
contributors to our web user group<br />
who replaced the ceramic or Alnico<br />
2 magnet in an SH-5 Custom or<br />
SH-11 Custom Custom with an<br />
Alnico 5. Compared to the SH-5<br />
and SH-11, the Custom 5’s tone is<br />
more vintage, with less distortion,<br />
but it’s still very strong and powerful.<br />
Clean sounds are rich and full with<br />
enhanced presence. Comes with fourconductor<br />
hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Recommended for<br />
bridge position. Often a Custom 5 is paired<br />
with a ‘59 for real-deal P.A.F. tones in<br />
the neck.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm<br />
instruments. Works especially well<br />
with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Nickel or<br />
gold-plated cover.<br />
Trembucker.<br />
players<br />
Paul Stanley / KISS,<br />
Troy VanLeeuwen<br />
Queens of the<br />
Stone Age<br />
usa MSRP $104<br />
high output<br />
moderate high output output<br />
single coil<br />
moderate output<br />
SH-13 dimebucker <br />
Photo: Rod Tanaka www.tanakaphoto.net<br />
“I’d tried out a lot of different pickups and some<br />
of them had the right kind of distortion, but I’d<br />
be missing the sustain or feedback I wanted, or<br />
I’d get the wrong kind of feedback. When I got<br />
together with <strong>Duncan</strong>, I explained exactly what<br />
I was looking for and I gave them one of my<br />
old pickups as a starting point. They changed<br />
the magnet type, the wire gauge, the number of<br />
turns, and other factors and then sent me two or<br />
three samples to try out and they nailed it... So<br />
basically, what we got was a super hot-rodded<br />
Dime pickup that’s got the right kind of Dime<br />
distortion. It’s toned in so that it feels like you’re<br />
playing on a sponge. It’s very saturated—not<br />
to the point where it’s overly fuzzy—but it<br />
has a smooth and crunchy distortion tone.<br />
You don’t have to fight to get the guitar<br />
to ring out in the way you want. It will<br />
give you some extra gain, but it won’t<br />
go so far that your sound breaks up and<br />
is going crazy. If you ever listen to a<br />
Pantera record, that’s what you’ll hear<br />
through this pickup.”<br />
“Dimebag” Darrell Abbott’s life ended<br />
tragically on December 8, 2004. At the<br />
request of his family, we will continue<br />
production of the Dimebucker, as a tribute<br />
to Dime and his fans.<br />
application Ultra high output blade humbucker built for<br />
aggressive playing styles. Recommended for rock, metal,<br />
hard-hitting solos and other heavy rock styles.<br />
description The Dimebucker uses a powerful ceramic<br />
magnet coupled with stainless steel blades for hard-hitting<br />
crunch. The SH-13 has both high d.c. resistance and a high<br />
resonant peak. The result is a high-output, aggressive<br />
humbucker with more treble bite and clarity than<br />
an SH-8 Invader; as well as punchy bass response<br />
and exceptional dynamics. The blades make the<br />
Dimebucker great for balanced bends. Comes with<br />
four-conductor hookup cable and its own form-fitting<br />
mounting ring.<br />
complete setup Recommended for bridge position.<br />
Dimebag used a ‘59 Model in the neck for P.A.F. tones.<br />
guitars For all instruments. The double blades make<br />
this pickup suitable for both humbucker and Trembucker<br />
string spacings.<br />
available mods Comes in any color you want.<br />
As long as it’s black.<br />
players Dimebag Darrell / Damageplan & Pantera,<br />
Mark Morton / Lamb of God, Mike Schleibaum / Darkest Hour,<br />
Ryan Waste / Municipal Waste<br />
20<br />
players Josh Homme / Queens of the Stone<br />
Age, Michael Wilton / Queensryche, Greg<br />
Hetson / Bad Religion, Dusty Redmon /<br />
Dead Poetic<br />
usa MSRP $114<br />
hum cancelling single coil<br />
high output players pick hum cancelling<br />
19<br />
moderate pro output shop<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
pro shop<br />
usa MSRP $135
hum cancelling<br />
players pic<br />
high output players pick<br />
hum cancelling<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
pro shophu<br />
aggressive<br />
moderate output<br />
humbuckers<br />
single coil<br />
pro shop<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
parallel axis trembuckers<br />
play<br />
pro<br />
21<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
SH-15 alternative 8 <br />
application High output humbucker with Alnico 8 magnet for extra output.<br />
Perfect for all rock styles and great for use with high gain amps.<br />
description Our first production pickup to use an Alnico 8 magnet, the Alternative 8<br />
starts with hot coils wound for maximum output. With the addition of the Alnico 8 magnet, output<br />
is enhanced with a huge, punchy sound, full of fat mids and present upper-mids. This is a dynamic<br />
pickup that doesn’t get “sizzly” or dark like some high-output ceramic magnet pickups.<br />
complete setup Recommended for bridge position. Matches great with a moderate<br />
output neck pickup like the SH-1n ’59 or the SH-2n Jazz Model. Pairs well with a distortion pedal like<br />
the SFX-05 Lava Box or the SFX-08 Power Grid distortion.<br />
guitars Works great in most guitars set up for humbuckers, especially in balanced and<br />
warm instruments and those with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Nickel or gold-plated cover. Trembucker.<br />
USA MSRP $119<br />
SH-8 invader <br />
application Ultra high output humbucker<br />
built for aggressive playing styles.<br />
Recommended for punk, garage, thrash, metal<br />
and other heavy rock styles.<br />
description Designed for the heaviest tones<br />
a passive pickup can produce. The combination<br />
of three ceramic magnets, over-wound coils<br />
and twelve black oxide cap screws make the<br />
Invader an electrifying force of energy. The wide<br />
magnetic field pumps power into your amp<br />
with a totally heavy sound. Comes with fourconductor<br />
hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available for both neck<br />
and bridge positions - most commonly used in<br />
the bridge position. The Invader neck pickup has<br />
considerably reduced output for tonal versatility.<br />
guitars For all instruments. The wide<br />
pole pieces work for both humbucker and<br />
Trembucker string spacing.<br />
available mods 7-string version.<br />
players Troy Van Leeuwen / Queens of the<br />
Stone Age (bridge), Mike Chlasciak / Halford<br />
(bridge), Whitey Kirst / Iggy Pop (bridge), Tom<br />
Read / Bodyjar, Will Adler & Mark Morton /<br />
Lamb of God (bridge)<br />
usa MSRP $114<br />
Unique 24-pole piece design surrounds your strings in a magnetic flux field that doesn’t interfere with natural string vibration. This is how <strong>Seymour</strong><br />
intended a “correct” pickup to be. This patented design (US Patent 5,148,733) actually enhances sustain by putting a pole piece on either side of the high output<br />
string. Bridge position models are Trembucker-spaced (2.070” or 52.6mm). Neck position models (PA-TB1n and PA-STK1n) are traditional spaced<br />
(1.925” or 49mm).<br />
moderate o<br />
PATB-1<br />
original<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
application Provides modern sound. Great<br />
for country, pop, classic rock, jazz, blues, funk<br />
and heavy rock.<br />
description Produces a modern, hi-fi sound.<br />
The tone is balanced, sweet, and bluesy with<br />
exceptional sustain. More output and mids<br />
than the PATB-3b Blues Saraceno model. The<br />
more gain you add, the more it sings, making it<br />
extremely versatile. Comes with four-conductor<br />
hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available in both neck<br />
and bridge models. The bridge version is high<br />
output. The neck version is compensated for<br />
tonal balance.<br />
guitars Recommended for vibrato-equipped<br />
guitars. Works especially well with rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
players Richard Patrick / Filter, Gavin<br />
Rossdale / Bush, Jodee Frawlee / Starr Faithfull<br />
usa MSRP $130<br />
PATB-2<br />
high output<br />
distortion<br />
PA-STK1n<br />
stack ®<br />
22<br />
single coil<br />
application Single-coil-size<br />
pickup for use with Parallel<br />
Axis Trembuckers. Suitable<br />
for pop, country, jazz, blues, hum cance<br />
funk, classic rock, and heavy<br />
rock.<br />
description Uses our<br />
patented Stack ® humcanceling<br />
technology<br />
high output<br />
combined with the<br />
benefits of the Parallel<br />
Axis design (USA<br />
moderate Patent output 4,524,667).<br />
The tone is classic<br />
moderate output<br />
single-coil with<br />
blues<br />
sharper attack,<br />
application Provides modern<br />
single coil punchier bass,<br />
high-output sound. Great and compressed<br />
single for old coil<br />
school metal, nu-metal, gothic, saraceno dynamics. Comes<br />
garage, punk, thrash and other<br />
with four-conductor<br />
heavy rock styles.<br />
application Provides hum cancelling hookup cable.<br />
an old-school P.A.F. tone.<br />
hum cancelling<br />
description A powerful Recommended for pop, country, complete setup<br />
ceramic magnet and overwound<br />
coils give this pickup a and heavy rock. players pick middle or neck position<br />
jazz, blues, funk, classic rock, Recommended for the<br />
huge singing tone with a clear,<br />
together with any of the<br />
articulate high-end and players plenty of pickdescription Originally Parallel Axis Trembuckers<br />
grind on the bottom. Comes with created in the Custom Shop for in the bridge position.<br />
pro shop<br />
four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
pro shop<br />
complete setup<br />
Recommended for bridge<br />
position. Often paired with a<br />
PA-TB1n Original Parallel Axis<br />
Trembucker or PA-STK1n Parallel<br />
Axis Stack ® in the neck position<br />
for versatility.<br />
guitars Recommended for<br />
vibrato-equipped guitars. Works<br />
especially well with rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
players Oz Fox & Michael<br />
Sweet / Stryper, Kenny Hickey /<br />
Type O Negative<br />
usa MSRP $130<br />
PATB-3<br />
Blues Saraceno, this pickup had<br />
to have the tone of the great<br />
old P.A.F. and the power to<br />
cut through for Blues’ unique<br />
and sometimes over-the-top<br />
style. According to Blues, this<br />
pickup provides a “’notched’<br />
tone with a “honky,” old-school,<br />
retro vibe.” Comes with fourconductor<br />
hookup cable.<br />
complete setup<br />
Recommended for bridge<br />
position. Often paired with<br />
a PA-TB1n Original Parallel<br />
Axis Trembucker or PA-STK1n<br />
Parallel Axis Stack ® in the neck<br />
position for tonal balance.<br />
guitars Recommended for all<br />
vibrato-equipped guitars.<br />
players Blues Saraceno,<br />
Dweezil Zappa, John<br />
Kempainen / Black Dahlia<br />
Murder<br />
usa MSRP $135<br />
guitars<br />
Recommended<br />
for all vibratoequipped<br />
guitars.<br />
usa<br />
MSRP<br />
$130<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop
hum cancelling<br />
sing<br />
players pic<br />
high output players pick<br />
hum cancelling<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
high output pro shophu<br />
blackouts<br />
moderate pro output shop<br />
players pick<br />
active pickups<br />
single coil pro shop<br />
Blackouts are <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong>’s new line of active guitar pickups. What makes Blackouts special? They have a built-in preamp that runs on a single<br />
9-volt battery. The preamp is used to voice Blackouts for maximum heaviness: perfect if you play aggressive rock guitar. Blackouts use balanced inputs<br />
with a differential hum cancelling preamp. That means they have 12dB to 14dB less noise than other active pickups. Blackouts come with 25K pots, stereo jack, battery<br />
clip and a plug ‘n play “quick connector” for ease of installation. Blackouts. The new black.<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
AHB-2<br />
blackouts<br />
metal<br />
application Updated, redesigned, and<br />
re-launched version of LiveWires Metal<br />
humbucker with new preamp, new voicing,<br />
and ability to switch between output levels.<br />
Perfect for all styles of metal, punk, garage,<br />
thrash, drop tunings, and heavy rock.<br />
Phase I<br />
Phase II<br />
AS-1<br />
blackouts<br />
singles<br />
moderate output<br />
play<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
application Hot but balanced single<br />
pro<br />
coil<br />
shop<br />
tone in a direct retrofit for Stratocaster ®<br />
guitars. Ideal for heavy blues, classic rock,<br />
and heavy rock.<br />
pro<br />
AHB-1<br />
blackouts <br />
application 9-volt active humbucker for aggressive<br />
playing styles. Recommended for old school metal, garage,<br />
punk, thrash, drop tunings, and other heavy rock styles.<br />
description The “other” USA-made active<br />
humbuckers use unbalanced inputs in a differential preamp.<br />
The problem is, an unbalanced differential preamp is not very<br />
effective at cancelling hum. Our engineers figured out how to<br />
capture the tone that players want in an active design, but using<br />
balanced inputs. The result is 12dB to 14dB less noise, plus<br />
more lows, more highs, and more output. Simply put, Blackouts<br />
have more tone than other active pickups. Now available in<br />
nickel and gold covers.<br />
description Blackouts Metal pickups are<br />
voiced for extreme heaviness. They are our<br />
highest output electric guitar pickups. Period.<br />
They have a screaming voice with amazing<br />
mid-range punch and they produce thick,<br />
dark chords, and hard-hitting leads. When<br />
you play extreme aggressive styles and<br />
you have to cut through above the other<br />
instruments in your band, Blackouts Metal<br />
are the call.<br />
complete setup There’s only one version<br />
of Blackouts Metal, but you can dial up two<br />
very different output levels (see below).<br />
Paired with our SFX-04 Twin Tube Mayhem,<br />
Blackouts Metal pickups in high-output mode<br />
are so extreme, so brutal, and so vicious,<br />
you might want to check with local law<br />
enforcement to make sure they’re legal. Not<br />
really. But you get the idea.<br />
AHB-1<br />
blackouts<br />
for 7-string<br />
application Same amazing 9-volt active<br />
pickups as 6-string Blackouts, but built to<br />
direct retrofit nearly all 7-string electric<br />
guitars, thanks to two cover sizes. Perfect for<br />
old school metal, garage, punk, thrash, drop<br />
tunings, and other heavy rock styles.<br />
description Like 6-string Blackouts, the<br />
7-string versions use balanced inputs with<br />
a differential preamp for reduced noise.<br />
They’re voiced for heavy rock with greater<br />
dynamic range, less scooped mids, and less<br />
compression than other active pickups.<br />
description Blackouts Singles are voiced<br />
for heavy rock. They’ll drive your amp harder<br />
and they’re great for use with pedals or<br />
other signal processing. They’re perfect<br />
for everything from chunky rhythms to<br />
searing leads.<br />
complete setup Blackouts<br />
Singles are available individually<br />
or in matched sets of three. Match<br />
Blackouts Singles with a highgain<br />
stompbox like the SFX-04<br />
Twin Tube Mayhem or the SFX-08<br />
Power Grid (available Spring 2008)<br />
for extreme heavy rock tones.<br />
guitars Perfect for any electric guitar<br />
set up for a standard Stratocaster ®<br />
pickup route. Includes 25K pots, stereo<br />
jack, battery clip and other mounting<br />
hardware.<br />
complete setup Blackouts are available in individual<br />
neck and bridge models, or as a two-pickup set. All versions<br />
come with all necessary mounting hardware, including pots,<br />
jack, and a battery clip.<br />
guitars For all humbucker guitars. The blade magnets<br />
make this pickup suitable for both humbucker and Trembucker<br />
string spacings.<br />
AVAILABLE MODS Black or white plastic, nickel, black<br />
nickel, or gold-plated covers.<br />
PLAYERS Dino Cazares / Divine Heresy,<br />
Mick Thomson / Slipknot, Silenoz / Dimmu Borgir<br />
USA MSRP<br />
$129 neck or bridge humbucker<br />
$248 for double-humbucker set<br />
guitars Use Blackouts Metal pickups in any<br />
humbucker-routed electric guitar. Includes<br />
25K pots, stereo jack, battery clip, pin jumper<br />
(see below), and other mounting hardware.<br />
available mods Blackouts Metal have<br />
a unique dual pin configuration on the<br />
underside of the pickup for two modes of<br />
output: loud and louder. With the same<br />
aggressive tonality in each mode, you now<br />
have a choice in output. With the jumper<br />
removed, you have a high output bridge<br />
humbucker that’s still compatible with a<br />
neck pickup or the clean channel on your<br />
amp. However, with the jumper in place, you<br />
unleash all the raw power, incredible output,<br />
and untamed aggression. The pins can also<br />
be wired to a mini-switch or push/pull, for an<br />
on board boost! Not splitable. Available with<br />
black or white covers.<br />
usa MSRP $139<br />
complete setup 7-string Blackouts<br />
are available individually or in calibrated<br />
neck and bridge sets. Includes 25K pots,<br />
stereo jack, battery clip and other mounting<br />
hardware. Whether you use the 6-string or<br />
the 7-string versions, pair Blackouts with our<br />
SFX-04 Twin Tube Mayhem for maximum<br />
tonal aggression.<br />
guitars There are two versions of 7-string<br />
Blackouts: Phase I and Phase II. Phase<br />
I Blackouts are a direct retrofit for most<br />
passive 7-string humbuckers, including those<br />
by <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> and DiMarzio ® . Phase<br />
II Blackouts are a direct retrofit for the EMG ®<br />
707 humbucker.<br />
players Dino Cazares / Divine Heresy<br />
usa MSRP $139 individually,<br />
$250 neck and bridge set<br />
available mods Blackouts<br />
Singles have a unique dual pin<br />
configuration on the underside<br />
of the pickup for two modes<br />
of output: moderate and<br />
high-gain. With the<br />
jumper removed, you<br />
have a moderate<br />
output that’s still<br />
comparable to<br />
passive pickups.<br />
However, with<br />
the jumper in<br />
place, the output<br />
is significantly<br />
boosted, making<br />
Blackouts Singles<br />
compatible with<br />
full-size Blackouts<br />
humbuckers. The<br />
pins can also be<br />
wired to a mini-switch<br />
or push/pull, for an on<br />
board boost! Available<br />
with black or white covers.<br />
24<br />
18<br />
Output pins.<br />
usa MSRP $129
players pick<br />
sing<br />
high output players pic<br />
pro shophum cancelling<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
moderate pro output shophu<br />
players pick<br />
livewire humbuckers<br />
pro shop<br />
Active pickups use a built-in, batter-powered preamp to modify the signal by boosting the voltage coming from the coil and using tone shaping<br />
circuits to adjust the frequency response. LiveWire Classic II pickups differ from other actives because of their unique 9-volt preamp, which yields<br />
more headroom and more dynamic range compared to most 9-volt systems. This means you can get more signal-before-distortion and enhanced<br />
frequency response, eliminating the sterile sound associated with other active pickups. Active pickups are especially valuable to the guitarist who<br />
uses chained signal processing effects, where a moderate amount of noise at the beginning of the signal chain (meaning the pickup) can become<br />
excessive by the end.<br />
LW-CH2 classic II<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
application Nine-volt active humbucker pro shop<br />
with classic voicing. Great for pop, country,<br />
blues, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description The tone is full-bodied<br />
with a wide frequency response and rich<br />
sustain. They have a potent sound that<br />
lets you hear every note in the chord. The<br />
newly redesigned 9-volt preamp gives<br />
more headroom than other active pickups<br />
for improved tonality and increased<br />
dynamic range. These humbuckers do not<br />
have a split coil mode.<br />
complete setup Available in neck and<br />
bridge set. Many extreme metal players<br />
use a Blackouts in the bridge position and<br />
a LiveWire Classic II in the neck. Includes<br />
mounting ring, pots, battery clips, stereo<br />
jack and wire.<br />
guitars Any humbucker guitar with<br />
vibrato or hard-tail bridge.<br />
available mods Black or white.<br />
players Phil Campbell / Motorhead, Lord<br />
Ahriman / Dark Funeral<br />
usa MSRP<br />
$145 bridge humbucker<br />
$261 for neck and bridge set<br />
hum cancelling<br />
LW-MUST<br />
dave mustaine model<br />
application Active, 9-volt-powered preamp built into the pickup. Provides the<br />
benefits of an active pickup without sacrificing the famous, organic, “<strong>Seymour</strong>ized” tone.<br />
Great for classic rock, punk, garage, thrash, old school metal, nu-metal, black metal and other<br />
heavy rock and aggressive music styles.<br />
description The active preamp allows higher gain and more output without losing<br />
tonal response and dynamic feel. The resonant frequency of the bridge and neck pickup is<br />
matched with that of the SH-4 JB and SH-2n Jazz Model (neck) respectively.<br />
complete setup Comes in a two-pickup, neck & bridge set.<br />
Black nickel plated covers.<br />
guitars Any double humbucker guitar with vibrato or hard-tail bridge.<br />
players Dave Mustaine / Megadeth, Aaron Dalbec / Bane,<br />
Doug Sabolick / A Life Once Lost<br />
high output<br />
mini-humbuckers<br />
single coil<br />
play<br />
hum cancelling pro<br />
Honestly, it doesn’t make good business sense for us to have so darn many pickup models for so many varieties of guitars. If this were a company<br />
run by accountants, we wouldn’t have more than one mini-humbucker, or P-90, or Jaguar ® replacement or Jazzmaster ® replacement. But we’re not a<br />
company run by accountants. We’re a company run by guitar and bass players. You win.<br />
players pick<br />
SM-1 vintage<br />
application Vintage-correct replica of classic Firebird ® pickup.<br />
Great for jazz, blues, rockabilly, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description The sound is somewhat of a tonal cross between<br />
a single-coil and a humbucker. They’re brighter and livelier than<br />
a full-size humbucker with more “bell tone.” The Alnico 5 magnet<br />
and moderate output coil windings make it an authentic tonal<br />
reproduction of the great sound of a classic Firebird ® . Comes with<br />
vintage-style single-conductor hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available in both neck and bridge versions.<br />
Also, the Vintage is commonly used in the neck with an SM-2 Custom<br />
or SM-3 <strong>Seymour</strong>ized in the bridge position for higher output and<br />
versatility.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments. Works especially<br />
moderate output<br />
well with soft wood bodies (e.g., mahogany and swamp ash) and<br />
rosewood fingerboards.<br />
single coil<br />
players Johnny Winter, Sonny Landreth, Rick McRae / George<br />
Strait Band, Martha Davis / Motels, Tom Principato<br />
usa MSRP $125<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
SM-2 custom<br />
application High output mini-humbucker. Great for heavy blues,<br />
classic rock, hard rock and metal.<br />
description The ceramic bar magnet and hot coil windings give<br />
this pickup a more aggressive upper-mid detail than the SM-3, which<br />
makes it great for slide and higher output music styles. Comes with<br />
four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available for both neck and bridge positions.<br />
The bridge version is high output. The neck version is compensated<br />
for tonal balance. Often, an SM-2b Custom is used in the bridge with<br />
an SM-1n Vintage in the neck for versatility.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments. Works especially well<br />
with mahogany bodies and rosewood fingerboards.<br />
players Brad Whitford / Aerosmith, Robben Ford, Cesar Rosas /<br />
Los Lobos, Aaron Dalbec / Bane<br />
usa MSRP $125<br />
SM-3 seymourized <br />
application Hotter-than-vintage mini-humbucker.<br />
Great for blues, classic rock, southern rock, jam and hard rock.<br />
description With this unique design, each coil contains a<br />
high-carbon steel blade coupled to the bottom-loaded Alnico V<br />
magnet. The result is more midrange, more clarity and more<br />
detail than the SM-2. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available for both neck and bridge<br />
positions. The bridge version is high output. The neck<br />
version is compensated for tonal balance. Often,<br />
an SM-3b <strong>Seymour</strong>ized is used in the bridge with<br />
an SM-1n Vintage in the neck for versatility.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments.<br />
Works especially well with soft wood bodies<br />
(e.g., mahogany and swamp ash)<br />
and rosewood fingerboards.<br />
players Al Schnier / moe., Brian Stoltz /<br />
Funky Meters, Dean Parks / sideman,<br />
Nick Perri / Shinedown<br />
usa MSRP $125<br />
pro shop<br />
26<br />
USA MSRP $272
pro seriesingle coil<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
single coil<br />
high output<br />
hum cancelling moderate output<br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
hig<br />
mo<br />
p-90 soapbars<br />
hum hum cancelling<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
sing<br />
pro series<br />
pro shophum cancelling<br />
high output<br />
hu<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
players pick<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
low output<br />
high output<br />
low output players pick<br />
play<br />
pro<br />
SP90-1 vintage<br />
application Faithful recreation of the 1946<br />
hum<br />
Gibson ® single-coil. Recommended for country,<br />
jazz, swing, blues, rockabilly, classic rock and<br />
heavy rock.<br />
description The short, wide bobbin pro series accounts<br />
for higher output and more powerful mid-range<br />
than Strat ® or Tele ® single-coils. To be vintage<br />
correct, the SP90-1 is wound with plain enamel<br />
wire on the same Leesona winder that wound<br />
the 1950s versions. The tone is sweet and<br />
smooth. Comes with single-conductor hookup<br />
cable.<br />
complete setup Available for both neck and<br />
bridge positions in a balanced set. Often, the<br />
SP90-1 Vintage is used in the neck with an SP90-<br />
2 Hot or SP90-3 Custom in the bridge for tonal<br />
versatility.<br />
guitars For balanced and warm instruments.<br />
Works especially well with mahogany bodies<br />
and rosewood fingerboards. Please note the<br />
slightly taller, vintage correct, .745” height<br />
profile, compared to the SP90-2 and -3. Consult<br />
our website for complete dimensions to see if it<br />
will fit your guitar.<br />
available mods Choose cream or black<br />
cover (included).<br />
players Gary Allan (neck), Michael Chislett /<br />
Butch Walker, Marko DeSantis / Sugarcult (neck),<br />
Jonny Wickersham / Social Distortion<br />
usa MSRP $109<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
SP90-2 hot<br />
application High output P-90. Excellent for<br />
heavy blues, classic rock, hard rock, punk and<br />
metal.<br />
description Extra coil windings combined<br />
with dual (small) ceramic magnets produce<br />
higher output, increased sustain, and more<br />
sensitivity to subtle string movements. Most<br />
noticeable, when compared to the SP90-3, is the<br />
pronounced upper mid-range detail that makes<br />
this pickup really cut through the mix. Comes<br />
with single-conductor hookup cable. Slightly<br />
shorter .585” height profile.<br />
complete setup Available for both neck and<br />
bridge positions in a balanced set. Also popular,<br />
is an SP90-2 Hot in the bridge position with an<br />
SP90-1 Vintage in the neck for tonal versatility.<br />
guitars For balanced and brighter-toned<br />
instruments. Works especially well with maple<br />
and ebony fingerboards.<br />
available mods Choose cream or black<br />
cover (included).<br />
players Mike Ness / Social Distortion (neck<br />
& bridge), Rickey Medlocke / Lynyrd Skynyrd<br />
(bridge)<br />
usa MSRP $109<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
pro series<br />
high output<br />
SP90-3 custom<br />
hum hum cancelling<br />
low output<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
application High output P-90. Excellent for<br />
modern country, heavy blues, classic rock, hard<br />
rock, punk, garage and metal.<br />
hum<br />
description Unlike the SP90-2 Hot, the<br />
Custom uses two large ceramic magnets for<br />
extra output, more compressed dynamics and<br />
sharper attack. The result is pro a full series frequency<br />
response with extra punch. Comes with singleconductor<br />
hookup cable. Slightly shorter .585”<br />
height profile.<br />
complete setup Available for both neck and<br />
bridge positions in a balanced set. Often, the<br />
SP90-3 Custom is used in the bridge with an<br />
SP90-1 Vintage in the neck position for tonal<br />
versatility.<br />
guitars For balanced and brighter-toned<br />
instruments. Works especially well with maple<br />
and ebony fingerboards.<br />
available mods Choose cream or black<br />
cover (included).<br />
players Rodney Cravens / Dishwalla (bridge),<br />
Brent Woods / Vince Neil Band (bridge),<br />
James Pennebaker / Lee Roy Parnell & Delbert<br />
McClinton (bridge), Mike Stone / Queensryche<br />
hum cancelling<br />
STK-P1 p-90 stack ®<br />
application P-90 sound without traditional<br />
hum. Versatile and applicable for all musical<br />
styles.<br />
description Comes with four-conductor<br />
hookup cable which allows for series / parallel /<br />
split wiring and tonal options. In series wiring,<br />
the tone is loud, brash and great for heavy<br />
rock. In parallel wiring, the sound is brighter<br />
and thinner and better suited to jazz, blues and<br />
country. Taller .951” height profile.<br />
complete setup Available for both neck and<br />
bridge positions in a balanced set.<br />
guitars For use in any P-90 guitar. However,<br />
if your pickup cavity is less than 1.25 inches (32<br />
mm) deep in the neck position or .75 inches (19<br />
mm) in the bridge position, guitar modification<br />
may be necessary.<br />
available mods Choose cream or black<br />
cover (included).<br />
players George Thorogood / The Destroyers,<br />
Geoffrey Whitehorn / Roger Daltry Band,<br />
Whitey Kirst / Iggy Pop.<br />
usa MSRP $135<br />
SPH90-1 phat cat <br />
application Authentic P-90 sound in a humbucker retrofit size pickup. Recommended<br />
for country, jazz, blues, rockabilly, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description Originally developed in the Custom Shop for Hamer ® Guitars, a Phat Cat<br />
is an actual single-coil P-90 Soapbar that fits under a humbucker cover and drops into<br />
humbucker-equipped guitars. The tone is big and fat, er, phat. It uses two Alnico 2<br />
magnets for more sustain and softer attack. Also, the metal covers provide more<br />
shielding and noise reduction than standard soapbar covers. Comes with singleconductor<br />
hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available for both neck and bridge positions in a balanced<br />
set. The neck pickup is RW/RP relative to the bridge for hum-free<br />
performance when both pickups are used together.<br />
guitars For use in any humbucker-equipped guitar. Works especially<br />
well in balanced instruments with rosewood, ebony or maple<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Choose nickel plated or gold plated cover<br />
(included).<br />
players pick single coil<br />
single coil<br />
pro series<br />
players Tom Dumont / No Doubt, Bill Frisell, Steve Pedulla / Thursday,<br />
Matt Skiba / Alkaline Trio<br />
usa MSRP $114 Nickel, $120 Gold<br />
pro hum series<br />
hum<br />
hum cancelling<br />
28<br />
hum cancel<br />
usa MSRP $109<br />
27
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
high output<br />
moderate players output single pick coil<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
low output players pick sing<br />
vintage for strat®<br />
single coil<br />
pro shop<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
proh<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
pro hum series<br />
pro shop<br />
pro series<br />
SSL-1<br />
vintage staggered<br />
application Vintage-correct true single-coil for warm<br />
instruments. Recommended for country, pop, surf, rockabilly,<br />
blues, ska and classic rock.<br />
description Our most popular single-coil for Strat ® .<br />
The hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets and moderate windings<br />
(Heavy Formvar ® wire) yield a bright and punchy tone with<br />
vintage output. Perfect for players who need accurate traditional<br />
single-coil tone, especially with clean and mildly distorted amp<br />
settings. Compared to the APS-1, the SSL-1 has a more focused<br />
“bell” tone with a tighter bass response. Comes with waxed<br />
cloth hookup cable and vintage-style “keyed” bottom plate.<br />
complete setup Calibrated “California 50’s” set<br />
available with RW/RP middle pickup.<br />
guitars For warmer toned ash, alder or basswood body<br />
instruments. Works especially well with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Reverse wound, reverse polarity<br />
(RW/RP) middle pickups for hum canceling in positions “2” and<br />
“4” on the five-way switch. Left-hand magnet stagger.<br />
players Chris Hicks, Kent Wells & Lang Scott / Reba<br />
McEntire, Dan Schafer / Shania Twain, David Levitt / Alanis<br />
Morissette, Doug Pettibone / Lucinda Williams, Scott Henderson<br />
/ Tribal Tech & Scott Henderson Trio, Michael O’Neill /<br />
George Benson<br />
USA MSRP $76 No upcharge for left-hand stagger<br />
APS-1<br />
TM<br />
alnico II pro<br />
staggered<br />
application Vintage-correct true single-coil. Recommended for<br />
country, pop, surf, rockabilly, blues, ska and classic rock.<br />
description The hand ground Alnico 2 magnets and moderate<br />
windings (Heavy Formvar ® wire) yield a warm, sweet tone with more<br />
natural string vibration for great sustain. Players who get their distortion<br />
from the amp rather than the pickup love the APS-1. It allows them to<br />
back off the crunch and get beautiful clean tones with softer attack.<br />
Compared to the SSL-1, the APS-1 has a rounder sound with a spongier<br />
bass response. Comes with waxed cloth hookup cable and vintage-style<br />
“keyed” bottom plate.<br />
complete setup Calibrated set available with RW/RP middle pickup.<br />
guitars For warmer toned ash, alder or basswood body instruments.<br />
Works with maple and rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Reverse wound, reverse polarity (RW/RP) middle<br />
pickups for hum canceling in positions “2” and “4” on the five-way<br />
switch. Left-hand magnet stagger pattern.<br />
players Marc Ford / Ben Harper & Black Crowes, Kevin Hunter / Shania<br />
Twain, Jeff Pevar / CPR, Adrian Legg, Jim Ward / Sparta<br />
usa MSRP $79 No upcharge for left-hand stagger<br />
APS-2<br />
TM<br />
alnico II pro<br />
flat<br />
application Flat pole piece, vintage-style, true single-coil.<br />
Recommended for country, pop, surf, rockabilly, blues, ska and classic rock.<br />
description This pickup combines the same coil design as the APS-1,<br />
with hand ground rod Alnico 2 magnets of equal length raised<br />
above the flatwork. The flat magnet pattern provides the<br />
balanced field necessary for an even response using today’s<br />
strings (unwound “G”) and flatter neck radii. The more<br />
even output response is noticed when bending strings.<br />
Like the APS-1, the pickup is clean and vintage-like and<br />
will distort “earlier” compared to similar Alnico 5 pickups<br />
like the SSL-2. Comes with waxed cloth hookup cable and<br />
vintage-style “keyed” bottom plate.<br />
complete setup Calibrated set available with RW/RP<br />
middle pickup.<br />
guitars For warmer toned ash, alder or basswood body<br />
instruments. Works with maple and rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Reverse wound, reverse polarity (RW/RP)<br />
middle pickups for hum canceling in positions “2” and “4”<br />
on the five-way switch.<br />
players Charlie Crowe / Brooks & Dunn, Albert Lee,<br />
Jerry Donahue, Danny Flowers, Alan Kendall / Bee Gees,<br />
Ben Mauro / Britney Spears<br />
usa MSRP $79<br />
30
high output<br />
low output pro seriesingle coil<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
single coil<br />
sin<br />
vintage for strat®<br />
players pick<br />
SSL52-1<br />
single coil<br />
hum<br />
pro series<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro series<br />
five-two<br />
hum<br />
application Extremely balanced true<br />
single-coil pickup. Recommended for country,<br />
pop, blues, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description Alnico 2 magnets<br />
provide warmth and softer attack on the three<br />
high strings. Alnico 5 magnets provide punch<br />
and brightness on the low strings. It’s like<br />
having two separate presence controls: one<br />
optimized for the high strings and one for the<br />
low strings. The result is a very balanced pickup<br />
with a bright and springy bottom end, and a<br />
smooth and rich top end. Includes white cover.<br />
complete setup Calibrated set<br />
includes a higher-output custom bridge pickup,<br />
RW/RP middle and regular neck pickup.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced<br />
instruments. Works equally well with maple and<br />
rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Hotter custom<br />
bridge version for better output balance.<br />
Reverse wound, reverse polarity (RW/RP)<br />
middle pickups for hum-canceling in positions<br />
“2” and “4” on the five-way switch.<br />
players Webb Wilder, John McDuffie<br />
/ Rita Coolidge, Darryl Preston / Rhett Akins,<br />
Michael Fath<br />
USA MSRP $109 No upcharge for<br />
custom bridge or RW/RP<br />
hum cancelling<br />
SSL-2<br />
vintage flat<br />
application Flat pole piece, vintagevoiced,<br />
true single-coil for warm instruments.<br />
Recommended for country, pop, surf, rockabilly,<br />
blues, ska and classic rock.<br />
description This pickup combines the same<br />
vintage coil design as the SSL-1, with hand<br />
low output<br />
ground rod Alnico 5 magnets of equal length pro series<br />
SSL-3 hot<br />
raised above the flatwork. The flat magnet<br />
pattern provides the balanced field necessary application High output true single-coil for<br />
for an even response using today’s strings warm instruments. Recommended players for pick country,<br />
(unwound “G”) and flatter neck radii. The more pop, blues, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
even output response is noticed when bending<br />
strings. Like the SSL-1, the pickup is clean and description This is the next step up from the<br />
vintage-like with a bright “bell” tone that has a SSL-5 and SSL-6 with more sustain, fullness,<br />
sharper attack characteristic compared to the<br />
single coil<br />
and output - and less treble response. The raised<br />
APS-2. Comes with waxed cloth hookup cable flat Alnico 5 pole pieces are taller for a stronger<br />
and vintage-style “keyed” bottom plate.<br />
and deeper magnetic field. Extra coil windings<br />
provide extra power making this pickup great humfor<br />
heavier music styles. White cover included.<br />
complete setup Calibrated set available with<br />
RW/RP middle pickup.<br />
guitars For warmer toned ash, alder or<br />
basswood body instruments. Works especially<br />
well with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Reverse wound, reverse<br />
polarity (RW/RP) middle pickups for hum<br />
canceling in positions “2” and “4” on the fiveway<br />
switch.<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
high output<br />
low output players pick<br />
players pick single coil<br />
single coil<br />
pro hum series<br />
hum<br />
hum cancelling<br />
hum cancellinghigh output pro series<br />
complete setup Calibrated set available<br />
with RW/RP middle pickup. Many players use an<br />
SSL-3 in the bridge position with pro vintage series output<br />
pickups, like SSL-2’s, in the neck and middle for<br />
tonal versatility.<br />
guitars For heavier and brighter-toned<br />
instruments with ash or alder bodies. Works<br />
well with maple or rosewood fingerboards.<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
pro series<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
players pick<br />
SLS-1<br />
lipstick single coil tube<br />
application Lipstick tube pickup for Strat ®<br />
guitars. Recommended for country, pop, surf,<br />
hum hum cancelling<br />
rockabilly, blues and classic rock.<br />
hum hum cancelling<br />
description Like the ‘50s originals, our<br />
lipsticks use Alnico 6 magnets and a special<br />
winding pro series spec to bring out the jangle in your<br />
Strat ® . This pickup will produce a bright and<br />
jangly tone; plus the look is totally unique<br />
for a visually striking instrument.<br />
complete setup Calibrated set<br />
includes a higher-output custom<br />
bridge pickup, RW/RP middle and<br />
regular neck pickup.<br />
guitars For warmer toned ash,<br />
alder or basswood body<br />
instruments including hollow<br />
and semi-hollow bodies. Works<br />
especially well with rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Hotter custom<br />
hum cancelling<br />
bridge version for better output<br />
balance. Reverse wound, reverse<br />
polarity (RW/RP) middle pickups for<br />
hum-canceling in positions “2”<br />
and “4” on the five-way switch.<br />
players Duke Robillard<br />
players Nick Lashley / Alanis Morissette available mods Reverse wound, reverse<br />
& Mick Jagger, Marty Friedman / Megadeth, polarity (RW/RP) middle pickups for hum<br />
Stephen Carpenter / Deftones, Coleman Mellett /<br />
32<br />
canceling in positions “2” and “4” on the fiveway<br />
switch. Tapped version for dual output<br />
27<br />
Chuck Mangione Group<br />
levels.<br />
usa MSRP $76<br />
players Kenny Olson / Kid Rock<br />
usa MSRP $76<br />
usa MSRP $100<br />
hum<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro<br />
31
high output<br />
single coil<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
low output<br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
high output pro seriesing<br />
alternative<br />
hum hum cancelling<br />
for strat ®<br />
players pick<br />
low output<br />
pro series<br />
high output<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
pro<br />
low output<br />
high output<br />
high output<br />
hum<br />
hum cancelling<br />
single coil<br />
high output players pick<br />
low output<br />
low output pro series<br />
hum<br />
SSL-4<br />
low output<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
quarterpound<br />
flat<br />
hum<br />
single coil pro series<br />
application High output true single-coil.<br />
Recommended for blues, classic rock, garage,<br />
heavy rock, classic metal and nu-metal. hum<br />
description More than twice the power of a<br />
traditional single-coil. The result is a fat, punchy<br />
sound; similar to a P-90. It’s clean at lower<br />
volumes and screamin’ pro series when cranked. The<br />
hand polished, quarter-inch diameter magnets<br />
are matched with a powerful coil winding to<br />
deliver great sustain, making this one of our<br />
most popular single-coil pickups. Does not use<br />
a cover.<br />
complete setup Calibrated set available<br />
with RW/RP middle pickup. Many players use an<br />
SSL-4 in the bridge position with vintage output<br />
pickups, like SSL-2’s, in the neck and middle for<br />
tonal versatility.<br />
guitars For any acoustically balanced<br />
Strat ® . Works especially well with rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Reverse wound, reverse<br />
polarity (RW/RP) middle pickups for hum<br />
canceling in positions “2” and “4” on the fiveway<br />
switch. Tapped version for dual output<br />
levels.<br />
players Melle Vasquez / Nancy Sinatra,<br />
Whitey Kirst / Iggy Pop, Buzz Feiten, Chris<br />
Caffery / Savatage & Transyberian Orchestra,<br />
Bruce Butler / Motograter<br />
usa MSRP $76<br />
hum cancelling<br />
hum cancelling<br />
SSL-7<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
pro series<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
quarterpound<br />
<br />
staggered<br />
players pick<br />
complete setup Calibrated set available<br />
with RW/RP middle pickup. Many players use<br />
an SSL-7 in the bridge position with vintage<br />
output pickups, like SSL-1’s, in the neck and<br />
middle for tonal versatility.<br />
guitars For any balanced Strat ® . Works<br />
especially well with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Reverse wound, reverse<br />
polarity (RW/RP) middle pickups for hum<br />
canceling in positions “2” and “4” on the fiveway<br />
switch. Tapped version for dual output<br />
levels.<br />
players Jon Butcher, Alex De Rosso / Dokken<br />
APST-1<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
humtwang cancelling banger <br />
hum<br />
application True single-coil pickup<br />
that makes a Strat ® sound like a Tele ® .<br />
Recommended for country, pop, rockabilly,<br />
blues, jam, classic rock and heavy<br />
pro series<br />
rock.<br />
description If you want the twangy,<br />
muscular punch of a gutsy Tele ® in your<br />
Strat, the APST-1 is for you. One of the<br />
secrets is the copper-coated steel bottom<br />
plate. Combine that with the aggressive coil<br />
windings, the Alnico 2 magnets wrapped in<br />
plain enamel wire, and the result is a highoutput,<br />
single-coil, twang-beast.<br />
single coil<br />
complete setup Recommended for<br />
application High output true single-coil. the bridge position with either APS-2s<br />
Recommended for blues, classic rock, garage,<br />
(for a maple fingerboard) or SSL-2s (for<br />
heavy rock, classic metal and nu-metal.<br />
hum hum a rosewood cancelling fingerboard) in the neck and<br />
description Similar tonality to the SSL- middle positions.<br />
4 Quarter-Pound Flat but with a staggered<br />
magnet pattern. Like the SSL-4, the hand guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
polished, quarter-inch diameter pro series magnets are Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
matched with a powerful coil winding to deliver fingerboards<br />
great sustain. Does not use a cover.<br />
players Peter Stroud / Sheryl Crow, Chuck<br />
Garvey / moe., Ric Latina / John Berry &<br />
Rhonda Vincent<br />
usa MSRP $99<br />
hum cancelling<br />
SSL-5<br />
custom staggered<br />
application<br />
High output true single-coil for warm instruments. Perfect for Texas<br />
blues rock, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description<br />
Though it looks like the SSL-1 and has that distinct vintage tone, the<br />
SSL-5’s over-wound coil yields higher output, more sustain and great<br />
harmonics. The result is a pickup that rocks hard and cuts through<br />
the mix, but cleans up nicely when you back off the volume. Includes<br />
white cover.<br />
complete setup<br />
Calibrated set available with RW/RP middle pickup. Many players use<br />
an SSL-5 in the bridge position with vintage output pickups, like SSL-<br />
1’s, in the neck and middle for tonal versatility.<br />
guitars<br />
For heavier and brighter-toned instruments with ash or alder bodies.<br />
Works well with maple or rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods<br />
Reverse wound, reverse polarity (RW/RP) middle pickups for hum<br />
canceling in positions “2” and “4” on the five-way switch. Tapped<br />
version for dual output levels. Left-hand magnet stagger.<br />
players<br />
Nick Lashley / Alanis Morissette & Mick Jagger, Rickey Medlocke &<br />
Mike Estes / Lynyrd Skynyrd, Nick Perri / Shinedown<br />
USA MSRP $76 No upcharge for left-hand stagger<br />
SSL-6<br />
custom flat<br />
application Beefed up true single-coil for warm instruments.<br />
Perfect for Texas blues rock, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description This pickup combines the same coil design as<br />
the SSL-5, with hand ground rod Alnico 5 magnets of equal<br />
length raised above the flatwork. The flat magnet pattern<br />
provides the balanced field necessary for an even response<br />
using today’s strings (unwound “G”) and flatter neck radii.<br />
The more even output response is noticed when bending<br />
strings. Like the SSL-5, the pickup is powerful and present,<br />
great for over-driven tones. Includes white cover.<br />
complete setup Calibrated set available with RW/RP<br />
middle pickup. Many players use an SSL-6 in the bridge<br />
position with vintage output pickups, like SSL-2’s, in the neck<br />
and middle for tonal versatility.<br />
guitars For heavier and brighter-toned instruments with<br />
ash or alder bodies. Works well with maple or rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Reverse wound, reverse polarity (RW/RP)<br />
middle pickups for hum-canceling in positions “2” and “4”<br />
on the five-way switch.<br />
players Duke Robillard, Mark Slaughter / Slaughter,<br />
Rafa Payan / Juan Luis Guerra<br />
usa MSRP $76<br />
pro series<br />
34<br />
33<br />
usa MSRP $76 No upcharge for<br />
left-hand stagger
hum cancelling<br />
high output players pick hum cancelling<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
high outpu<br />
moderate hu<br />
rails for strat®<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
SHR-1<br />
pro shop<br />
players pick<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro shop<br />
players pick<br />
hot pro shop rails<br />
TM<br />
application High output single-coil-size “rails” humbucker. Great for classic rock, garage, punk, heavy rock, thrash, classic metal<br />
and nu-metal.<br />
description One of the highest output and most popular pickups we make. The two thin blades, strong ceramic magnet and<br />
powerful coil windings give you incredible sustain and a fat, full sound that’s needed for playing heavier rock music. This pickup responds<br />
to the subtlest finger movements. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available for both bridge and neck/middle positions. For an incredibly versatile guitar, use an SHR-1b in the<br />
bridge position along with an SVR-1n Vintage Rails in the middle and an SCR-1n Cool Rails in the neck.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments. Works equally well with maple and rosewood fingerboards.<br />
available mods Choose white or black housing.<br />
players Janick Gers & Dave Murray / Iron Maiden, Fernando Vallin / Mana, Troy Van Leeuwen & Josh Homme / Queens of the Stone<br />
Age, Greg Camp / Smashmouth, Jim Wilson / Rollins Band.<br />
USA MSRP $109<br />
‘<br />
We’ve completely re-vamped our rails and side-by-side humbucker series. Gone is the plastic bobbin top. In its place is a complete body cover that<br />
single coil<br />
makes installation easier and eliminates errant high-E strings from catching under the old topper. The one thing that remains the same is the great tone pla<br />
from these super-popular pickups. hum cancelling The old versus new frequency response charts show the same sound in the new versions. Sound bytes of the old versions<br />
compared to updated versions are available for free download on our website.<br />
high output<br />
hum canc pro<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
SVR-1<br />
vintage rails <br />
application Vintage output single-coil-sized<br />
“rails” humbucker with the sound of a vintage<br />
Strat ® . Perfect for country, pop, surf, rockabilly,<br />
blues, ska and classic rock.<br />
description Vintage Rails use a unique<br />
split rail, twin coil design and special (parallel)<br />
wiring to achieve true, vintage, single-coil<br />
tone without hum. The sound is clean, clear<br />
and bright, with all of the “quack” you love in<br />
the notch positions. Though tonally similar to<br />
Duckbuckers, the rails design eliminates any<br />
potential dropout in string bending. Comes with<br />
four-conductor cable. USA Patent No. 5,525,750.<br />
complete setup Available for both bridge<br />
and neck/middle positions. For an incredibly<br />
versatile guitar, use an SVR-1n in the middle<br />
position along with an SHR-1b Hot Rails in the<br />
bridge and an SCR-1n Cool Rails in the neck.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Choose white or black<br />
housing. Wire in parallel for Vintage Strat ® tones,<br />
or in series for higher output.<br />
players Pete Anderson / Dwight Yoakam, Ty<br />
Tabor / King’s X, John Shanks / Rod Stewart &<br />
Melissa Etheridge, Joy Basu / Jessica Simpson,<br />
John Feldman / Goldfinger<br />
usa MSRP $109<br />
SCR-1<br />
cool rails <br />
application Smooth and bluesy single-coilsized<br />
“rails” humbucker. Recommended for<br />
blues, classic rock, jazz-rock fusion, heavy rock<br />
and aggressive instrumental rock.<br />
description Created by popular demand, Cool<br />
Rails TM use the same twin coil design as our<br />
Hot Rails TM , but are wound to produce a clearer,<br />
brighter, and more dynamic sound. Hotter and<br />
louder than both the Vintage Staggered (SSL-1)<br />
Hot Stack ® (STK-S2) pickups, Cool Rails are for<br />
players who need a louder, punchier, and fatter<br />
single-coil sound. Comes with four-conductor<br />
hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available for both bridge<br />
and neck/middle positions. For an incredibly<br />
versatile guitar, use an SCR-1n in the neck<br />
position along with an SHR-1b Hot Rails in<br />
the bridge and an SVR-1n Vintage Rails in the<br />
middle.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Choose white or black<br />
housing.<br />
players Glen Campbell, Davey Johnstone /<br />
Elton John, Ronnie Montrose, John Popper /<br />
Blues Traveler, Gavin Rossdale / Bush<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
36<br />
players pic<br />
pro shop<br />
usa MSRP $109
hum cancelling<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
hum canc<br />
high output players pic<br />
hu<br />
high output<br />
humbuckers for strat ®<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
single coil<br />
high output<br />
high output players pick<br />
hum cancelling moderate output<br />
moderate pro output shop<br />
high output players pick single coil<br />
single coil<br />
moderate pro output shop<br />
play<br />
single coil pro<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
SL59-1<br />
little ‘59 <br />
application P.A.F.-voiced single-coil-sized<br />
humbucker. Great for country, jazz, blues, funk,<br />
classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description This little brute was designed to<br />
impart the warm, smooth tone of an old Patent<br />
Applied For humbucker in a direct replacement,<br />
single-coil size. It possesses an even, dynamic<br />
response, and its adjustable pole pieces allow<br />
the guitarist to fine tune the string balance and<br />
dial in just the right amount of punch. Compared<br />
to the JB Jr., it has less output and more uppermids.<br />
Comes with four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
USA Patent No. Des. 355,207.<br />
complete setup Available for both bridge<br />
and neck/middle positions; and in an incredibly<br />
versatile set with an SJBJ-1b JB Jr. in the<br />
bridge, an SDBR-1n Duckbuckers in the middle<br />
and an SL59-1n Little ‘59 in the neck.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Choose white or black<br />
housing.<br />
players Bill Frisell, Audley Freed / Cry of Love<br />
& Black Crowes, Courtney Love,<br />
Ron Laster / James Brown, Glen Campbell,<br />
Matt Davies / Funeral for a Friend<br />
usa MSRP $109<br />
moderate pro output shop<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling moderate pro output shop<br />
SDBR-1<br />
players pick<br />
high output players pick<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
duckbuckers <br />
pro shop<br />
application hum cancelling<br />
Vintage output single-coil-sized<br />
humbucker. Excellent for country, pop, surf,<br />
rockabilly, blues, ska and classic rock.<br />
description Using players a design pick and a voicing<br />
based on Vintage Rails TM , Duckbuckers<br />
incorporate six fully adjustable pole pieces<br />
together with a unique, pro split shop blade design.<br />
You get all the warm tone, cool output, and<br />
outrageous “quack” of a vintage Strat ® pickup,<br />
but no hum. Though tonally similar to Vintage<br />
Rails, the mini pole piece design behaves more<br />
like a traditional pickup when string-bending.<br />
Comes with four-conductor cable. USA Patent<br />
No. 5,525,750.<br />
complete setup Available for both bridge<br />
and neck/middle positions; and in an incredibly<br />
versatile set with an SJBJ-1b JB Jr. in the<br />
bridge, an SDBR-1n Duckbuckers in the middle<br />
and an SL59-1n Little ‘59 in the neck.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Choose white or black<br />
housing. Wire in parallel for Vintage Strat ®<br />
tones, or in series for higher output.<br />
players Jennifer Batten / Jeff Beck Band,<br />
Chuck Garvey / moe., Mike Scott / Prince, Joy<br />
Basu / Jessica Simpson, Nick Lashley / Alanis<br />
Morissette & Mick Jagger, Lou Toomey /<br />
Brooks & Dunn<br />
SLSD-1<br />
george lynch<br />
li’l screamin’<br />
demon <br />
application Moderate output single-coil-sized<br />
humbucker. Great for classic rock, jazz-rock<br />
fusion, heavy rock and aggressive instrumental<br />
rock.<br />
description Like its big brother the Screamin’<br />
Demon TM humbucker, this li’l savage combines<br />
a big, open sound with just a subtle hint of<br />
“glass.” George asked for a pickup that could<br />
scream and provide rich harmonics, but would<br />
clean up when he backed it off. Using a unique<br />
slotted and Allen head screw combination that<br />
gives each coil a slightly different magnetic field,<br />
the tone is big and percussive without being too<br />
harsh. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable<br />
USA Patent No. Des. 355,207.<br />
complete setup Available for both bridge<br />
and neck/middle positions. Often used in<br />
the bridge position and matched with a pair<br />
of SDBR-1n Duckbuckers, or an SDBR-1n<br />
Duckbucker in the middle and an SL59-1n Little<br />
‘59 in the neck.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Choose white or black<br />
housing.<br />
players George Lynch / Lynch Mob, Brent<br />
Woods / Vince Neil Band, Paul Martin / Oak<br />
Ridge Boys, Kevin Hunter / Shania Twain, John<br />
Shanks / Rod Stewart & Melissa Etheridge Band<br />
usa MSRP $135<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
SJBJ-1 jb jr. <br />
application High output single-coil-size “rails” humbucker. Great for everything<br />
from heavy blues to heavy metal.<br />
description This twin coil design pickup gives you the character of our popular JB TM<br />
model humbucker in a single-coil size. Its adjustable pole pieces more closely emulate the<br />
magnetic field of a full size humbucker and allow you to fine tune the balance of your strings.<br />
You can expect great harmonics and a sweet high-end. Compared to Hot Rails, the output is<br />
reduced and there’s more treble response. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable. USA<br />
Patent No. Des. 355,207.<br />
complete setup Available for both bridge and neck/middle positions; and in an<br />
incredibly versatile set with an SJBJ-1b JB Jr. in the bridge, an SDBR-1n Duckbuckers in the<br />
middle and an SL59-1n Little ‘59 in the neck.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments. Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Choose white or black housing.<br />
‘<br />
players Joe Perry / Aerosmith, James Pennebaker / Delbert McClinton, Sebastien<br />
Lefebvre / Simple Plan, Fernando Vallin / Mana, Melle Vasquez / Nancy Sinatra, Jennifer Batten<br />
/ Jeff Beck Band<br />
38<br />
usa MSRP $109 USA MSRP $109<br />
37
players pick<br />
hum cancelling<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
high output pro shophu<br />
stack®<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
for strat®<br />
livewire singles<br />
moderate output<br />
play<br />
single coil<br />
pro<br />
STK-S9b<br />
hot stack<br />
plus<br />
application Patented Stack Plus design<br />
with higher output than the Classic Stack Plus.<br />
Recommended for country, pop, blues, classic rock<br />
and heavy rock.<br />
description Revolutionary patented designs<br />
injects tunable “negative hum” into a pickup circuit<br />
designed for increased output. Each pickup is factory<br />
pre-tuned to cancel the most hum possible.<br />
complete setup Recommended for bridge<br />
position. Use a Hot Stack Plus in the bridge position<br />
with the Classic version in the neck and middle for<br />
a versatile, hum-free setup. Matches well with a hot<br />
distortion pedal like the SFX-04 Twin Tube Mayhem or<br />
the SFX-08 Power Grid.<br />
guitars Works on all well-balanced instruments.<br />
available mods Three-conductor cable<br />
allows splitting for true single coil mode. When all<br />
three Stack Plus pickups are split, the middle pickup is<br />
RW/RP allowing hum-cancelation when used with the<br />
neck or bridge pickup. White or black.<br />
USA MSRP $110<br />
®<br />
We developed and patented our first Stack ®<br />
pickups for Strat in the ‘80s, so it should come<br />
as no surprise that we’ve taken the initiative to<br />
improve on our design with the Stack Plus TM .<br />
The new patent applied for technology involves<br />
a magnetic circuit that injects tunable “negative<br />
hum” into the circuit in such a way that each<br />
pickup can be tuned to offer the most optimal<br />
hum cancellation possible. The design allows<br />
for a more true-to-vintage coil and magnetic<br />
circuit configuration. This is a first. And only<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> has it!<br />
STK-S4<br />
classic stack ®<br />
plus<br />
high output hum cancelling<br />
moderate players output pick<br />
single coil pro shop<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
application Patented design to remove<br />
hum and preserve traditional single coil tone.<br />
Recommended for country, pop, surf, rockabilly, pro shop<br />
blues, ska and classic rock. USA Patent<br />
7,166,793.<br />
description Revolutionary design injects<br />
tunable “negative hum” into the pickup circuit.<br />
Each unit is individually factory pre-tuned to<br />
offer the optimal traditional single coil sound<br />
with no hum.<br />
complete setup Available for bridge, middle<br />
and neck positions.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Three-conductor cable<br />
allows splitting for true single coil mode. When<br />
three STK-S4s are all split, the middle pickup is<br />
RW/RP allowing hum-cancellation when used<br />
with the neck or bridge pickup. White or black.<br />
players Nuno Bettencourt / DramaGods,<br />
Michael Britt / Lonestar<br />
usa MSRP $110<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
LW-CS2<br />
Electric/Livewires, teles<br />
PMS 2685<br />
livewire classic II<br />
®<br />
for strat<br />
application Nine-volt active single-coil size humbucker. Vintage-correct true single-coil<br />
tone. Recommended for country, pop, surf, rockability, blues, ska and classic rock.<br />
description Though it’s an active pickup, it delivers very traditional, bell-like tone with<br />
Alnico 2 rod magnets. The highs are tempered for brilliance, without being harsh. The mids have<br />
solid punch. And the low end is ultra-tight. It’s a very musical sound in all positions. This oftenoverlooked<br />
pickup is a great alternative to other hum-canceling vintage-voiced Strat ® pickups.<br />
complete setup Available individually or in a calibrated set. Includes pots, battery clips,<br />
stereo jack and wire.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments. Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards. Includes 25K pots, stereo jack, battery clip, and other mounting hardware.<br />
available mods Available with black or white covers.<br />
usa MSRP $129 each, $318 for S/S/S set.<br />
Active pickups use a built-in, battery-powered hum cancelling<br />
preamp to modify the signal by boosting<br />
the voltage coming from the coil and using<br />
tone shaping circuits to adjust the frequency<br />
response. The newly revamped LiveWire<br />
players pick<br />
Classic pickups differ from other active pickups<br />
because of their unique 9-volt preamp, which<br />
yields more headroom and more dynamic pro shop<br />
range compared to most other 9-volt systems.<br />
This means you can get more signal-beforedistortion<br />
and enhanced frequency response,<br />
eliminating the sterile sound associated with<br />
other active pickups. These pickups are<br />
especially valuable to the guitarist who uses<br />
chained signal processing effects, where a<br />
moderate amount of noise at the beginning<br />
of the signal chain can become excessive<br />
by the end. Unlike previous editions<br />
of LiveWires, the new Classic II<br />
include exposed pole pieces<br />
and 25K pots.<br />
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high output<br />
high output<br />
8<br />
low output pro series single coil<br />
for tele®<br />
hum hum cancelling<br />
top seller<br />
single coil<br />
pro series<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
Like their Strat ® counterparts, Tele ® replacement pickups come in two basic varieties: true single coils and single coil-sized humbuckers. The true single<br />
coils in this section all use six Alnico magnet pole pieces. Some are “vintage correct” with every detail of the original Tele pickups reproduced: from<br />
magnets hum to wire cancelling to flatwork to hookup cable. Others are higher output, typically to add more fatness to correct the overly bright and thin sound found with<br />
some Tele pickups – especially in the bridge position. Some players order the higher-output single coils with the “tapped” mod. In this case, there are two<br />
outputs to the same single coil pickup: one that accesses all the pickup windings and gives full output; another that only accesses a portion of the total<br />
windings and produces vintage output. The flick of a toggle or push/pull switch determines full output versus tapped output.<br />
pro series<br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
low output players pick sing<br />
top seller single coil<br />
pro<br />
single coil h<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro series<br />
pro series<br />
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STL-1b<br />
vintage for<br />
broadcaster ® ,<br />
lead<br />
application Vintage-correct reproduction<br />
of Broadcaster ® pickup. Recommended for<br />
traditional country, country pop, chicken pickin’,<br />
rockabilly, blues, and blues-rock.<br />
description The 1948 pre-Telecaster ® pickup<br />
had an exceptional twangy, “nasal” sound with<br />
tremendous sustain. Leo Fender called it the<br />
Broadcaster ® . The STL-1b duplicates this soughtafter<br />
vintage sound with larger-diameter (.197”)<br />
pole pieces in a flat pole piece orientation.<br />
Compared to the Vintage ‘54, this pickup has<br />
slightly more output and more snarl in the mids.<br />
Comes with waxed cloth hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available in lead (bridge)<br />
position only. The STR-1 is the correct match in<br />
the rhythm (neck) position.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
players Duke Robillard, Luke Paquin / Hot Hot<br />
Heat, Al Anderson / Wailers & Lauren Hill, Adam<br />
Gaynor / Matchbox 20, Doug Pettibone / Lucinda<br />
Williams<br />
STR-1<br />
vintage,<br />
rhythm<br />
application Vintage-correct reproduction of<br />
1950s Tele ® rhythm pickup. Great for traditional<br />
country, country pop, surf, rockabilly, blues, and<br />
blues-rock.<br />
description The rhythm (neck) pickup in a<br />
well-balanced vintage Telecaster compliments<br />
the bright twang of the lead pickup with a<br />
smooth and open tone, warm lower-mids and<br />
airy highs. Comes with a chrome-plated brass<br />
cover and waxed cloth hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available in rhythm (neck)<br />
position only. Either the STL-1 or STL-1b is<br />
the most common match for the lead (bridge)<br />
position.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
players Richard Young / Kentucky<br />
Headhunters, Doug Pettibone / Lucinda<br />
Williams, Nick Hoffman / Kenny Chesney, Adam<br />
Gaynor / Matchbox 20, Gilby Clarke / Guns ‘N<br />
Roses & Heart, Webb Wilder<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
STL-1<br />
vintage ‘54<br />
lead <br />
application Vintage-correct reproduction of 1954<br />
Tele ® lead pickup. Perfect for traditional country, country pop,<br />
chicken pickin’, rockabilly, blues, and blues-rock.<br />
description Like the 1954 original, this pickup<br />
features standard .187” diameter Alnico 5 pole pieces, raised<br />
for the “D” and “G” strings. The result is a twangy, bright<br />
and biting sound. Compared the STL-1b, the Vintage ‘54 has<br />
slightly reduced output and a bright and biting high-end detail.<br />
Comes with waxed cloth hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available in lead (bridge)<br />
position only. The STR-1 is the correct match in the rhythm<br />
(neck) position.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments. Works with<br />
maple and rosewood fingerboards.<br />
players Gary Allan, Nick Hoffman / Kenny<br />
Chesney, Rick McRae / George Strait, Stephen Bruton / The<br />
Resentments, Jonny Wickersham / Social Distortion<br />
humbuckers<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
USA MSRP $83<br />
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high output<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
high output pro series single coil<br />
for tele®<br />
low output<br />
hum hum cancelling<br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
low output players pick<br />
single<br />
11<br />
top seller single coil<br />
top seller<br />
pro series<br />
single coil<br />
pro hu se<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro series<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro series<br />
pro series<br />
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STL-2/STR-2 hot<br />
application Hot true single-coil pickup<br />
with increased output. Great for country pop,<br />
rockabilly, blues, jam, and classic rock.<br />
description Imagine taking the Vintage<br />
models and turning up the output. You get a fat<br />
and full punch in both the low frequencies and<br />
mid-range, yet it retains the muscular twang of<br />
the Vintage. The sensitive coil combined with<br />
custom length flat pole pieces provides more<br />
sustain.<br />
The rhythm pickup has a similarly designed<br />
high-output coil for full, clear sound and comes<br />
with a chrome-plated brass cover.<br />
complete setup Available for both rhythm<br />
(neck) and lead (bridge) positions. Often used<br />
in the lead position and matched with a lower<br />
output rhythm pickup like the STR-1 Vintage.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
available mods Lead version available<br />
tapped for dual output levels.<br />
players Lang Scott & Kent Wells / Reba<br />
McEntire, Dave Amato / REO Speedwagon,<br />
JR Richards / Dishwalla<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
STL-3/STR-3<br />
quarterpound<br />
<br />
application High-output true single-coil<br />
pickup for hard-hitting tones. Great for classic<br />
rock, jazz-rock fusion, heavy rock and aggressive<br />
instrumental rock.<br />
description This brute has enough power<br />
to compete with humbuckers and hot P-90s.<br />
The stronger magnetic field of the quarter-inch<br />
diameter pole pieces increases the output and<br />
allows use of a special coil winding. It keeps<br />
the high-end definition for great treble bite and<br />
a full, powerful midrange. It’s especially useful<br />
for overdriven tones. The STR-3 rhythm pickup<br />
matches the lead model in tone and output, but<br />
uses 3/16 pole pieces and comes with a chromeplated<br />
brass cover.<br />
APTL-1/APTR-1 alnico II pro <br />
application Warm, moderate-output single-coil for Tele ® . Great for country, pop, jazz,<br />
blues and classic rock.<br />
description The sand cast Alnico 2 magnets and moderate windings yield a warm, sweet<br />
tone with more natural string vibration for great sustain. Players who get their distortion from the<br />
amp rather than the pickup love the Alnico II Pro. It allows them to back off the crunch and get<br />
beautiful clean tones with softer attack. Compared to the Vintage ‘54, the Alnico II Pro has a rounder<br />
sound with a spongier bass response making it well suited to brighter instruments. Comes with<br />
waxed cloth hookup cable. Rhythm version comes with a chrome-plated brass cover.<br />
complete setup Available for both rhythm (neck) and lead (bridge) positions. Often<br />
used in the rhythm position and matched with a higher output lead pickup like the STL-2 Hot.<br />
Rhythm pickup is RW/RP relative to the lead pickup for hum canceling when both pickups are used<br />
together.<br />
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complete setup Available for both rhythm<br />
(neck) and lead (bridge) positions.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
guitars For brighter toned instruments. Works especially well with maple fingerboards.<br />
players Kent Wells / Reba McEntire, Nick Lashley / Alanis Morissette & Mick Jagger, Todd<br />
Robinson / Luis Miguel, Marc Ford / Ben Harper & Black Crowes<br />
available mods Both lead and rhythm<br />
versions available tapped for dual output levels.<br />
USA MSRP $88<br />
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players Cesar Rosas / Los Lobos, Gwyn Ashton,<br />
Joshua Partington / Something Corporate, Michael<br />
Sweet / Stryper<br />
usa MSRP $83
high output<br />
high output pro series single coil<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
low output pro series sing<br />
for tele®<br />
low output<br />
hum<br />
hum cancelling<br />
top seller<br />
top seller<br />
pro series<br />
single coil<br />
pro<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro series<br />
pro series<br />
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APTL-3JD<br />
jerry<br />
donahue<br />
application Well-balanced true single-coil pickup<br />
with boosted output. Recommended for traditional country,<br />
country pop, blues, and classic rock.<br />
description When the “Bendmaster of the<br />
Telecaster” needed a touring guitar with the exact same<br />
sound as his prized ‘52, he turned to <strong>Seymour</strong> who accurately<br />
duplicated the warm, punchy tone of its lead pickup. <strong>Seymour</strong><br />
used Alnico 2 rod magnets and a special wind for increased<br />
sustain and output. Symmetrically staggered pole pieces mirror<br />
the fingerboard radius and assure exceptionally balanced<br />
string-to-string response. The result is a traditional, sweet and<br />
balanced tone, with high-end detail combined with low-end<br />
fatness and punch, and tons o’ twang.<br />
complete setup Available in lead (bridge)<br />
position only. The APTR-1 is the closest match in the rhythm<br />
(neck) position; however Jerry uses an APS-2 Alnico II Pro TM for<br />
Strat ® in the neck position.<br />
guitars For brighter toned instruments. Works<br />
especially well with maple fingerboards.<br />
STL52-1/STR52-1<br />
five-two <br />
application Extremely balanced true single-coil pickup developed for Nashville studio<br />
players. Recommended for traditional country, country pop, blues, and classic rock.<br />
description Tele ® players often complain that their low strings sound “mushy” and<br />
their high strings are too bright - especially in the bridge position. The Five-Two concept corrects<br />
this with Alnico 5 magnets on the three low strings and Alnico 2 magnets on the three high<br />
strings. The result is an all-around, extremely well-balanced pickup with traditional output and<br />
vintage appointments such as vulcanized fibre bobbins, formvar wire, vintage magnet stagger<br />
and waxed cloth hookup cable. Rhythm model comes with chrome plated brass cover.<br />
complete setup Available for both rhythm and lead positions. Rhythm is RW/RP<br />
for hum canceling when using both pickups together.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments. Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
players Brent Mason, Paul Martin / Oak Ridge Boys, Dean Parks, Michael Fath<br />
USA MSRP $120<br />
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players Jerry Donahue, Dan Schafer / Shania Twain,<br />
Johnny Garcia / Trisha Yearwood & Garth Brooks, Todd<br />
Robinson / Luis Miguel, Tom Principato<br />
USA MSRP $104
players pick<br />
pro shophum cancelling<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
high output players pic hu<br />
for tele®<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
We developed and patented our first Stack ® pickup in the ‘80s. These pickups use two bobbins, one on top of the other, to keep the tone, but lose moderate the pro output shop<br />
play<br />
hum. We’ve also designed Tele ® replacement pickups that employ the same side-by-side bobbin design as a full-size humbucker, but in a direct retrofit<br />
for the lead and rhythm positions in a Tele. These are available with both rails (Hot Rails) and with mini-pole pieces (Little ‘59).<br />
single coil<br />
pro<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
high output<br />
pro shop<br />
high output<br />
STK-T3b / STK-T1n<br />
vintage stack ®<br />
application Vintage-voiced hum-canceling Stack. Perfect for traditional country, country<br />
pop, chicken pickin’, rockabilly, blues, and classic rock.<br />
description Imparts the classic twang of a vintage Tele ® with no 60-cycle hum and<br />
virtually no noise. Utilizes our patented, hum canceling, Stack ® technology for unsurpassed<br />
quietness. The six-pole piece construction gives the pickup a bright, punchy sound, while retaining a<br />
vintage look. We even include black yarn on the lead pickup and a chrome-plated brass cover on the<br />
rhythm model. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available for both rhythm (neck) and lead (bridge) positions.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments. Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
players Brent Mason, Pete Anderson / Dwight Yoakam, Dale Oliver / Blackhawk & Reba<br />
McIntire, Ronnie Montrose, Matt Bellamy / Muse, Matt Hocking / Edgar Winter Band, Geoffrey<br />
Whitehorn / Roger Daltry Band<br />
USA MSRP $104<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
STK-T2b<br />
hot stack<br />
application Boosted output Stack. Great for<br />
country pop, blues, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
pro shop<br />
description The added windings and the<br />
hot ceramic magnet make this pickup extra<br />
powerful. You get a hotter, muscular, twangy<br />
sound with more emphasis on the midrange<br />
and greater sustain. Comes in black with fourconductor<br />
hookup cable.<br />
complete setup Available in lead (bridge)<br />
position only. We recommend the STK-T1n<br />
Vintage Rhythm Stack ® for the neck position for<br />
versatility and hum canceling.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
players Lou Toomey / Faith Hill and Brooks &<br />
Dunn, Martha Davis / Motels, Bugs Henderson<br />
usa MSRP $104<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
ST59-1b<br />
little ‘59 <br />
application P.A.F.-voiced single-coil-sized<br />
humbucker. Great for country, jazz, blues, funk,<br />
classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description This lead pickup is a hybrid.<br />
Designed for the Telecaster ® player who wants<br />
to rock, this little beast delivers a warm, smooth<br />
tone, reminiscent of an old ‘59 Patent Applied<br />
For humbucker mixed together with a healthy<br />
dose of beefed up twang. Comes in black only<br />
with four-conductor cable.<br />
complete setup Available in lead (bridge)<br />
position only. Matches up well with a Vintage<br />
Rhythm Stack ® for a totally quiet rig; or with a<br />
Hot Rhythm for an all-around hot axe.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
players Jake Kelly / Gary Allan, Greg Bergdorf<br />
/ Zebrahead, Lyle Workman, Victor Johnson<br />
/ Sammy Hagar & Soul Finger, Gilby Clarke /<br />
Guns ‘N Roses & Heart, Kenny Olson / Kid Rock<br />
usa MSRP $114<br />
STHR-1b/STHR-1n<br />
hot rails <br />
application High output single-coil-size<br />
“rails” humbucker. Great for classic rock,<br />
garage, punk, heavy rock, thrash, classic metal<br />
and nu-metal.<br />
description Delivers a fat, full sound with<br />
incredible output. The powerful ceramic magnet,<br />
two steel blades and over-wound coils all<br />
combine to provide a heavy, raw, distorted tone<br />
with incredible sustain. Compared to the Little<br />
‘59, Hot Rails has more output and a chunkier<br />
mid-range. Comes in black only with fourconductor<br />
cable.<br />
complete setup Now available in a new neck<br />
version as well as a bridge version. Matches<br />
well with a hot distortion pedal like the SFX-04<br />
Twin Tube Mayhem or the SFX-08 Power Grid<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments.<br />
Works equally well with maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
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players Troy Van Leeuwen / Queens of the<br />
Stone Age, Mike Stern, John 5 / Marilyn Manson<br />
& Rob Halford, Joe Trohman / Fall Out Boy<br />
usa MSRP $114<br />
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pro seriesingle coil<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
pro seriesing<br />
hum hum cancelling<br />
for jaguar ® and danelectro<br />
®<br />
SJAG-1<br />
vintage<br />
application Vintage correct single-coil<br />
Jaguar ® pickup. Recommended for country, pop,<br />
surf, rockabilly, blues, ska and classic rock.<br />
pro series<br />
description Every detail in sound,<br />
construction, and appearance is faithfully<br />
duplicated in this vintage pickup. Even the<br />
original hand grinding process is used on the<br />
magnetic pole pieces. The result is classic ‘60s<br />
Jaguar ® sound. Comes with waxed cloth hookup<br />
cable. Does not include cover or “claw.”<br />
complete setup Available in neck and<br />
bridge set with the neck reverse wound, reverse<br />
polarity (“RW/RP”) to create a hum canceling<br />
effect when used together with the bridge<br />
pickup.<br />
guitars For warmer toned ash, alder or<br />
basswood body instruments. Works especially<br />
well with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
players Roy Scott Bryan / Sheryl Crow, Gavin<br />
Rossdale / Bush<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
SJAG-2<br />
hot<br />
description Kick it up a notch with extra<br />
output and a fuller tonal response than vintage<br />
Jaguar ® pickups. The custom coil balances<br />
with the magnetic pole pieces to produce more<br />
sustain and a beefier mid-range response than<br />
the SJAG-1. Does not include cover or “claw.”<br />
complete setup Available in neck and bridge<br />
set with the neck RW/RP to create a humbucking<br />
effect when used together with the bridge pickup.<br />
guitars For warmer toned ash, alder or<br />
basswood body instruments. Works especially<br />
well with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
players Tim Pagnotta / Sugarcult<br />
FPO<br />
SJAG-3 quarter-pound <br />
players pick<br />
players AJ Dunning / Verve Pipe, Mark Karan<br />
/ Rembrandts & Rat Dog, Jon Spiegel / Blue Man<br />
Group Band, Juice Newton<br />
application High output true single-coil. Recommended for blues, classic rock, garage, heavy<br />
rock, classic metal and nu-metal.<br />
single coil<br />
usa MSRP $100<br />
description Hand-polished quarter-inch diameter magnetic pole pieces and over wound coils give<br />
you maximum output and a full frequency response with extra punchy mids. You get more sustain<br />
and drive than both the Vintage (SJAG-1) and Hot (SJAG-2) models. Does not use a cover.<br />
hum hum cancelling<br />
complete setup Available in neck and bridge set with the neck RW/RP polarity to create a<br />
humbucking effect when used together with the bridge pickup.<br />
guitars For all well-balanced instruments. Works equally well with pro maple series and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
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pro series<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
players pick<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
single coil<br />
application High output true single-coil for SLD-1<br />
warm instruments. Perfect for country, pop, surf, players pick<br />
blues, hum classic hum rock cancelling and heavy rock.<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
lipstick<br />
tube for<br />
danelectro ®<br />
single coil<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
pro series<br />
hum hum cancelling<br />
application:<br />
Vintage correct single-coil Lipstick Tube pickup.<br />
Recommended for country, pop, surf, blues, jazz<br />
and classic rock.<br />
pro series<br />
description These are faithful recreations of<br />
the American originals. All of our Lipsticks use<br />
Alnico magnets and a special winding<br />
spec to bring out the great tone in your original<br />
or re-issue Danelectro ® . The tone is bright and<br />
jangly, and works especially well for<br />
rhythm playing.<br />
complete setup Available in a matched<br />
neck and bridge set. The neck version is reverse<br />
wound/reverse polarity (RW/RP) to create a<br />
humbucking effect when used together with the<br />
bridge model.<br />
guitars For original or re-issue Danelectro ® ,<br />
Silvertone ® or other instruments that use the<br />
original-size Lipstick Tube pickups.<br />
See the Stratocaster ® section for a pickguardmounted<br />
version.<br />
hum<br />
hum cancelling<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
SJM-1 vintage<br />
hum<br />
pro series<br />
application Vintage correct single-coil<br />
Jazzmaster ® pickup. Recommended for country,<br />
pop, surf, blues, jazz and classic rock.<br />
description Introduced in 1957 to provide a<br />
mellow sound for jazz players, surf guitarists<br />
were soon using this cool guitar and pickup<br />
combination. Every detail in sound,<br />
construction and appearance is faithfully<br />
duplicated in this vintage pickup. Output<br />
is moderate; and mids and highs are<br />
boosted. Comes with waxed cloth hookup<br />
cable. Does not include a cover.<br />
complete setup Available in a<br />
matched neck and bridge set. The neck<br />
version is reverse wound/reverse polarity<br />
(RW/RP) to create a humbucking effect when<br />
used together with the bridge model.<br />
guitars For warmer toned ash, alder or<br />
basswood body instruments. Works especially<br />
well with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
players Jeff Tamelier / Tower of Power,<br />
Al Schnier / moe., Michael Ciravolo /<br />
Human Drama<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
hum cancelling<br />
SJM-2 hot<br />
for jazzmaster ®<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
complete setup Available in a matched neck<br />
and bridge set. The neck version is RW/RP to<br />
create a humbucking effect when used pro together series<br />
with the bridge model. Often, the Hot neck<br />
pickup is used together with the SJM-3 Quarter-<br />
Pound TM bridge pickup for tonal versatility.<br />
guitars For warmer toned ash, alder or<br />
basswood body instruments. Works especially<br />
well with rosewood fingerboards.<br />
players Mike Einziger / Incubus, Jinx Jones<br />
SJM-3<br />
quarterpound<br />
<br />
application High output<br />
true single-coil. Recommended<br />
for blues, classic rock, garage,<br />
heavy rock, classic metal<br />
and nu-metal.<br />
description This pickup<br />
was designed for players who<br />
application Boosted output true single-coil<br />
for warm instruments. Perfect for surf, players jazz, pick need a full frequency response<br />
with slammin’ output. The<br />
blues, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
Quarter-Pound features handpolished,<br />
quarter-inch<br />
description This direct replacement looks<br />
diameter magnets combined<br />
like a stock Jazzmaster ® pickup, but single “under coil the<br />
with a custom coil wind for<br />
hood,” it’s a high octane “beast!” Compared<br />
more sustain for lead work.<br />
to the SJM-1 Vintage, you get more output,<br />
You get more punch and drive<br />
boosted bass and lower-mid range response,<br />
and greater sustain. Does not include a cover. humthan both hum the cancelling Vintage (SJM-1)<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
and Hot (SJM-2) models.<br />
Does not include a cover.<br />
complete setup Available in<br />
a matched neck and bridge set.<br />
The neck version is RW/RP to<br />
create a humbucking effect<br />
when used together with the<br />
bridge model. Often, the<br />
Quarter-Pound TM<br />
bridge pickup is used<br />
together with the SJM-2<br />
Hot neck pickup for tonal<br />
versatility.<br />
guitars For all wellbalanced<br />
instruments.<br />
Works equally well with<br />
maple and rosewood<br />
fingerboards.<br />
players<br />
Tim Pagnotta /<br />
Sugarcult, Casey<br />
Calvert / Hawthorne<br />
Heights R.I.P.<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
high output<br />
low output<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
pro series<br />
hum<br />
50<br />
pro<br />
hum c
high output<br />
high output<br />
high output<br />
high outpu<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
moderate hum output cancelling<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
acoustic guitar soundhole<br />
hum cancelling pro shop<br />
hum cancelling<br />
high output<br />
FOR tone that sets you apart<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
7<br />
moderate pla<br />
single coil pro<br />
hum canc<br />
players pick<br />
players pick<br />
moderate output<br />
players pick<br />
players pic<br />
pro shop<br />
pro shop<br />
single coil<br />
pro shop<br />
high output<br />
pro shop<br />
hum cancelling<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
high output<br />
pro shop<br />
hum cancelling<br />
moderate output<br />
players pick<br />
SA-6<br />
mag mic<br />
application High-end, active, magnetic soundhole pickup with<br />
internal microphone and on-board buffering and blending.<br />
description Professional-level hum canceling Stack ® pickup<br />
mated with an on-board omni-directional electret condenser microphone.<br />
The entire tonal spectrum of the acoustic guitar is accurately amplified.<br />
Includes master volume control and mic blend control. The magnetic<br />
pickup is always on. Blending in the mic adds sparkle and detail to the<br />
overall tone. Blending out the mic makes the pickup more feedback<br />
resistant. Twelve adjustable pole pieces allow for the best possible string<br />
balance regardless of neck radius.<br />
guitars High-quality 6- and 12-string acoustic guitars with sound<br />
holes between 3.85” and 4.10.”<br />
players Ben Harper, David Lindley, Keb’ Mo’, Jeff Pevar / CSN,<br />
Peter Stroud / Sheryl Crow, Xavier Rudd, Bill Frisell, John Butler / John<br />
Butler Trio, Bobby Bare, Jr.<br />
USA MSRP $410<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
SA-1<br />
acoustic tube <br />
application Quick-mount, passive, magnetic soundhole pickup.<br />
description Lower impedance, instant-mount, hum-canceling Stack ®<br />
pickup housed in a tube with a built-in volume control. The tone is flat,<br />
warm and natural. Perfect for live situations that require on-board volume<br />
control. Extremely feedback resistant. Includes short cable with ¼” female<br />
jack.<br />
complete setup For optimal tone, plug into an acoustic guitar<br />
amplifier, P.A., or mixing console.<br />
guitars Acoustic guitars with sound holes between 3.85” and 4.10.”<br />
players David Hidalgo / Los Lobos, Mike Stone / Queensryche, Buddy<br />
Whittington / John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers<br />
usa MSRP $109<br />
SA-3XL woody xl<br />
application Professional quality, quickmount,<br />
passive, magnetic soundhole pickup.<br />
description Moderate output, instant-mount,<br />
hum canceling Stack ® pickup with adjustable<br />
pole pieces, housed in maple cover and double<br />
potted. The adjustable pole pieces allow for the<br />
best possible string-to-string balance. The tone<br />
is full-bodied, warm, and articulate, with no 60-<br />
cycle hum. Includes studio-quality 14’ cable.<br />
complete setup For optimal tone, plug<br />
into an acoustic guitar amplifier, P.A., or mixing<br />
console.<br />
guitars Acoustic guitars with sound holes<br />
between 3.85” and 4.10.”<br />
players Matt Hocking / Edgar Winter,<br />
Courtney Love, Webb Wilder, T-Bone Wolk<br />
usa MSRP $129<br />
SA-3HC woody hc <br />
application Quick-mount, passive, magnetic soundhole pickup.<br />
description Moderate output, instant-mount, hum canceling pickup<br />
housed in maple cover and double potted. The tone is warm and rich with<br />
no 60-cycle hum. Great for strumming and delicate fingerstyle playing.<br />
Includes studio-quality 14’ cable.<br />
complete setup For optimal tone, plug into an acoustic guitar<br />
amplifier, P.A., or mixing console.<br />
guitars Acoustic guitars with sound holes between 3.85” and 4.10.”<br />
players Joe Quigley / Lisa Loeb, Mike Dennis, Billy White Acre<br />
usa MSRP $99<br />
SA-3SC woody sc <br />
pro shop<br />
application Quick-mount, passive, magnetic soundhole pickup.<br />
description Moderate output, instant-mount, single coil pickup<br />
housed in maple cover and double potted. The tone is warm and rich<br />
with no 60-cycle hum. Great for strumming and delicate fingerstyle<br />
playing. Includes studio-quality 14’ cable.<br />
complete setup Plugs into any amplifier, however, for optimal tone,<br />
plug into an acoustic guitar amplifier, P.A., or mixing console.<br />
guitars Acoustic guitars with sound holes between 3.85” and 4.10.”<br />
52<br />
players Kyle Ellison / Meat Puppets, Jamie Findlay / Soloist<br />
usa MSRP $89<br />
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DUNCAN <strong>Seymour</strong> TURNER ACOUSTIC <strong>Duncan</strong>RESEARCH<br />
WITH FOR tone RESPECT that TO sets ACOUSTIC you apart TONE<br />
duncan|turner acoustic research tm ®<br />
One of D-TAR’s greatest strengths<br />
is the worldwide reputation of<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> Pickups and<br />
Rick Turner, both recognized as<br />
world leaders and authorities in<br />
their respective fields: pickups and<br />
acoustic amplification. D-TAR is the<br />
unified effort of <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
Pickups and Rick Turner to provide<br />
the highest quality, best value<br />
acoustic amplification<br />
products to consumers<br />
and guitar builders<br />
everywhere.<br />
The D-TAR product line-up includes a full range<br />
of piezo pickups for acoustic guitar and other<br />
instruments. In addition, D-TAR offers an enticing<br />
selection of off-board electronics designed to meet<br />
the needs of the working acoustic musician –<br />
the most exciting being Mama Bear ,<br />
our revolutionary 32-bit digital acoustic<br />
guitar preamp.<br />
To learn more about D-TAR,<br />
visit www.dtar.com.<br />
D-TAR (dé -tär):<br />
1: abbr <strong>Duncan</strong>-Turner Acoustic Research<br />
2: n The logical union of the world’s leading pickup<br />
builder and the world’s foremost authority on<br />
acoustic instrument amplification<br />
3: n The company whose motto is:<br />
“with respect to acoustic tone”<br />
humbuckers<br />
54<br />
53
high output<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
high output<br />
sing<br />
players pic<br />
basslines<br />
great tone is fundamental<br />
moderate pro output shophum cancelling<br />
for bass basslines ® soapbars<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
moderate pro output shophu<br />
7<br />
single coil<br />
play<br />
hum cancelling pro shop<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
hum cancelling pro<br />
Active pickups use a built-in, battery-powered preamp. It modifies the signal by boosting the voltage coming from the coil and using tone shaping<br />
circuits to adjust the frequency response. These ultra-quiet, hum-canceling pickups are especially popular with bass players for whom a moderate<br />
amount of noise at the beginning of the signal chain (meaning pickup) can become excessive by the end. Unlike other active pickups, which players can pick<br />
be sterile-sounding, the designers at Basslines, who are bass players themselves, built our active pickups to accurately reproduce the warm, natural<br />
qualities of a well-built bass. High-quality potentiometers, battery clip, stereo jack and wire; as well as detailed wiring instructions are included.<br />
pro shop<br />
SSB-5NYC<br />
passive phase II<br />
nyc <br />
soapbar<br />
application Passive 5-string bass “soapbar”<br />
pickup with a double row of exposed<br />
Alnico pole pieces.<br />
description Same dual coil J-type pickup<br />
design found in some of the world’s best<br />
basses. The four conductor cable allows a wide<br />
variety of tonal options. Wire it in parallel mode<br />
for a slightly thickened single coil sound that is<br />
hum-cancelling; wire it in series mode for high<br />
output and maximum punch and fullness, or<br />
wire it in single coil mode for a true vintage Jazz<br />
Bass ® sound. The Alnico 2 rod pole pieces<br />
provide a tone that is punchy and focused with a<br />
natural and smooth upper midrange. Compared<br />
to an active soapbar, the tone is warmer and<br />
more organic.<br />
complete setup Available individually or in<br />
a calibrated neck and bridge set.<br />
basses This pickup is a direct retrofit<br />
replacement for the 5-string EMG ® 40. The<br />
bridge pickup is designed for basses with<br />
string spacing of 74mm and the neck pickup is<br />
designed for string spacing of 70mm (measured<br />
center of low B string to center of G string).<br />
usa MSRP<br />
$184 individually, $346 neck and bridge set.<br />
55<br />
SSB-4/5<br />
passive phase II<br />
application Moderate output, passive<br />
“soapbar” pickup for four- or five-string bass.<br />
description Passive alternative to batterypowered<br />
pickups for four and five-string bass<br />
players. The tone is simple and organic, with<br />
added warmth and punch.<br />
complete setup Direct replacement for<br />
EMG ® 35 or 40. Calibrated neck and bridge set.<br />
Often used together with STC-2 or –3 Tone<br />
Circuits for optimal tonal control (see page 67).<br />
basses The full-length dual blades<br />
accommodate maximum string spacings up to<br />
2.70” (68.5mm) for the four-string model and up<br />
to 3.10” (78.5mm) for the five-string model.<br />
players Karen Cuda / Nashville Pussy,<br />
Jason Netherton / Misery Index<br />
usa MSRP $83 each / $158 for a neck<br />
& bridge set<br />
ASB2-5 & ASB2-6<br />
active phase II<br />
application Active “soapbar” pickup for 5-<br />
or 6-string bass.<br />
description Similar to Phase I, but with<br />
slightly harder attack and a modern, hi-fi tone<br />
with a smooth and broad response. Unique<br />
split-blade design delivers the punch of a single<br />
coil, without hum. Very pleasing, articulate<br />
mid-range with no harshness. Includes logo<br />
covers.<br />
complete setup Neck and bridge models<br />
available in both 5- and 6-string versions. Direct<br />
replacement for EMG ® 40 or 45. Often used<br />
together with STC-2 or -3 Tone Circuits for<br />
optimal tonal control (see page 67). Battery life<br />
is approximately 1,000 continuous hours per set.<br />
Includes mounting and wiring hardware.<br />
players Jim Scholten / Sawyer Brown, Kevin<br />
Walker / Prince, Kelly Le Mieux / Goldfinger,<br />
Todd Smallie / Derek Trucks Band<br />
usa MSRP<br />
$146 each / $270 for neck & bridge set<br />
STC-2C-BO & STC-2S-BO<br />
Blackouts<br />
2-Band Tone<br />
Circuit<br />
application On board Tone Circuits add<br />
tremendous tonal versatility. Enables the player<br />
to add or subtract EQ at center frequencies<br />
voiced specifically for electric bass. Features<br />
low noise, low distortion and high headroom.<br />
Voiced for use with Blackouts for Bass but with<br />
switchable treble control, it’s also useful for all<br />
musical styles and genres.<br />
description The lows are deep, clear, and<br />
tight. There are two treble frequency centers<br />
to choose from. The lower setting is perfect for<br />
adding growl and bite to traditional P, J, and MM<br />
tones. The higher setting provides crystal clear<br />
top end to modern-sounding, full-frequency<br />
bass tones and when used with Blackouts<br />
for Bass gives punishing clarity without any<br />
brittleness.<br />
complete setup Neck and bridge models<br />
available in both 5- and 6-string versions.<br />
This two-band active EQ is available in two<br />
configurations. The STC-2C-BO is mounted to<br />
a concentric potentiometer, and can replace<br />
your tone knob with no need for additional<br />
holes in the bass; while the STC-2S-BO utilizes<br />
a separate bass and treble control. Includes all<br />
necessary mounting hardware: high-quality<br />
potentiometers on pre-wired harness; battery<br />
clip; stereo jack; and black anodized, knurled,<br />
dome-style knobs.<br />
players For nearly all basses, due to the<br />
selectable treble frequency. For use with active<br />
or passive pickups.<br />
available mods Selectable treble frequency.<br />
usa MSRP $79<br />
ASB-BO-4 & ASB-BO-5<br />
blackouts<br />
FOR BASS<br />
application Active pickups and electronics<br />
voiced for the aggressive bass tones of metal,<br />
classic metal, punk and heavy rock.<br />
description Blackouts for Bass represents<br />
the active bass soapbar pickup specifically<br />
voiced for aggressive music. Instead of the<br />
radical EQ boosting and cutting required to<br />
make flat, sterile pickups come alive, Blackouts<br />
for Bass delivers the goods with less tweaking.<br />
Blackouts for Bass have more of what you want:<br />
cleaner highs, deeper lows, and greater dynamic<br />
range than traditional active bass pickups. This<br />
high energy, expansive sound is capable of<br />
covering all your other gigs with ease.<br />
complete setup Matches well with an<br />
aggressive bass stompbox like the SFX-02 Tweak<br />
Fuzz or the SFX-06 Paranormal direct box.<br />
players The full-length dual blades<br />
accommodate maximum string spacings up to<br />
2.70” (68.5mm) for the four-string model and up<br />
to 3.10” (78.5mm) for the five-string model.<br />
available mods<br />
Available for four- or fivestring<br />
bass. Same size as our Phase II soapbars<br />
(direct replacement for EMG® 35 and 40). Also<br />
available is a Blackouts for bass Tone Circuit ,<br />
which offers two focused bands of EQ dialed-in<br />
to the frequencies that metal players need most.<br />
usa MSRP $139 each for pickups<br />
ASB-5 & ASB-6<br />
active<br />
phase I<br />
application Moderate output, active<br />
“soapbar” pickup for 5- or 6-string bass.<br />
description Unique split-blade design<br />
eliminates string-spacing issues. The tone<br />
is traditionally voiced and warm with a<br />
detailed and natural high end. Includes<br />
logo covers.<br />
complete setup Neck and<br />
bridge models available in<br />
both 5- and 6-string versions.<br />
Direct replacement for<br />
Bartolini ® P2 and P4. Often<br />
used together with STC-2<br />
or -3 Tone Circuits for<br />
optimal tonal control<br />
(see page 67). Battery<br />
life is approximately<br />
1,000 continuous<br />
hours per set.<br />
Includes mounting<br />
& wiring hardware.<br />
players Bakithi<br />
Kumalo / Paul<br />
Simon, Sam<br />
Rivers /limp bizkit,<br />
Fidel Arreygue / Los<br />
Bukis<br />
usa MSRP $146<br />
each / $270 for neck<br />
& bridge set<br />
56
moderate pro output shophum cancelling<br />
basslines great tone is fundamental<br />
8<br />
single coil<br />
for<br />
players<br />
4-string<br />
pick<br />
jazz bass ®<br />
hum cancelling pro shop<br />
& p-bass ®<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
SJB-1<br />
vintage<br />
for jazz bass®<br />
moderate pro output shopsin<br />
single coil<br />
hu<br />
hum cancelling pla<br />
players pick pro<br />
pro shop<br />
application Vintage-correct true single-coil. Perfect<br />
for country, pop, blues, and classic rock.<br />
AJJ-1<br />
pro-active <br />
for jazz bass ®<br />
application Modern-voiced, active<br />
replacement pickup for Jazz Bass ® and P-J TM<br />
configuration. Recommended for pop, blues,<br />
classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description Provides a modern, broad<br />
tonal response that’s perfect for a Jazz Bass,<br />
but without the brittleness found in other<br />
active pickups. The design is based on the old<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> Active EQ “Switch” pickups.<br />
We took the most popular switch setting and<br />
“hard wired” it for convenience. Includes logo<br />
covers.<br />
complete setup Available as an individual<br />
Jazz Bass replacement bridge pickup, in a<br />
neck and bridge Jazz Bass set, and in a P-J<br />
configuration. Battery life is approximately 1,000<br />
continuous hours per set. Often used together<br />
with STC-2 or -3 Tone Circuits for optimal tonal<br />
control (see page 67). Includes mounting and<br />
wiring hardware. Includes logo covers.<br />
players Anthony Joyner / Faith Hill Band, Tom<br />
Hamilton / Aerosmith, Barry Sparks / Michael<br />
Schenker, Paul Grey / Slipknot<br />
usa MSRP $156 for bridge pickup / $226 for<br />
JJ set or P-J TM set<br />
APB-1<br />
proactive<br />
for p-bass<br />
application Modern-voiced,<br />
active replacement pickup for<br />
P-Bass ® . Great for pop, blues,<br />
classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description Compared to the<br />
Lightnin’ Rods, the tone is more<br />
modern with sharper attack<br />
and more punch in the bass<br />
response. But unlike other active<br />
bass pickups, you don’t get any<br />
brittleness. Includes logo covers.<br />
complete setup Available<br />
as a split-coil active pickup.<br />
Battery life is approximately<br />
2,000 continuous hours. Often<br />
used together with STC-2 or -3<br />
Tone Circuits for optimal tonal<br />
control (see page 67). Includes<br />
mounting and wiring hardware.<br />
Includes logo covers.<br />
players Tere Bertke /<br />
Blackhawk, Carol Kaye / session<br />
legend, Frank Bello / Anthrax,<br />
Karen Cuda / Nashville Pussy,<br />
Mikko Paananen / HIM<br />
usa MSRP $156<br />
APB-2<br />
lightnin’<br />
rods <br />
for<br />
p-bass<br />
application Vintage-voiced,<br />
active replacement pickup for<br />
P-Bass ® . Recommended for<br />
country, pop, blues, and classic<br />
rock.<br />
description Gives that<br />
traditional “warm ‘n woody”<br />
tone typical of a vintage P-<br />
Bass, but with faster response,<br />
courtesy of the built-in, fully<br />
discrete, ultra quiet, active<br />
preamp with excellent dynamic<br />
range. Compared to the Pro-<br />
Active series, the Lightnin’ Rods<br />
are vintage-voiced with exposed<br />
Alnico 5 rod pole pieces.<br />
Includes logo covers.<br />
complete setup Available<br />
as a split-coil active pickup.<br />
Battery life is approximately<br />
2,000 continuous hours. Often<br />
used together with STC-2 or -3<br />
Tone Circuits for optimal tonal<br />
control (see page 67). Includes<br />
mounting and wiring hardware.<br />
Includes logo covers.<br />
players Larry Dennison /<br />
Ronnie James Dio, Tyler Rebbe<br />
/ Pulley<br />
usa MSRP $156<br />
AJJ-2<br />
lightnin’<br />
rods for<br />
jazz bass<br />
application Vintagevoiced,<br />
active replacement<br />
pickup for Jazz Bass ® and P-<br />
J TM configuration. Perfect for<br />
country, pop, blues, and classic<br />
rock.<br />
description The exposed<br />
Alnico 5 pole pieces provide<br />
smooth highs and a solid<br />
bottom for warmth and clarity.<br />
The focused midrange gives<br />
the type of note definition<br />
associated with vintage<br />
pickups. The neck pickup is<br />
fat and present; and bridge is<br />
bright and assertive. Includes<br />
logo covers.<br />
complete setup Available<br />
as an individual Jazz Bass<br />
replacement bridge pickup, in<br />
a neck and bridge Jazz Bass<br />
set, and in a P-J configuration.<br />
Battery life is approximately<br />
1,000 continuous hours per<br />
set. Often used together with<br />
STC-2 or -3 Tone Circuits for<br />
optimal tonal control (see page<br />
67). Includes mounting and<br />
wiring hardware. Includes logo<br />
covers.<br />
players Gary Hewitt / Gary<br />
Allan, Tim Smith / Sheryl<br />
Crow, Chris Chaney / Jane’s<br />
Addiction, Sean Anderson /<br />
finger eleven<br />
usa MSRP $156 for bridge<br />
pickup / $226 for JJ set or<br />
P-J TM set<br />
description The hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets and<br />
moderate windings bring out the warmth and fullness of the<br />
instrument while maintaining clarity and definition. Comes<br />
with waxed cloth hookup cable and non-logo cover.<br />
complete setup Neck pickup is slightly narrower.<br />
Neck is RW/RP for hum canceling when both pickups are used<br />
together. Often used together with STC-2 or -3 Tone Circuits<br />
for optimal tonal control (see page 67).<br />
available mods Comes in any color you want. As<br />
long as it’s black.<br />
players Chopper Anderson / Reba McEntire, David<br />
Bronze / Eric Clapton, Tim Smith / Sheryl Crow, Adam Siska /<br />
The Academy Is...<br />
USA MSRP $83<br />
humbuckers<br />
57
moderate output<br />
sing<br />
players pick<br />
high output single coil<br />
basslines<br />
high output<br />
great tone is fundamental<br />
10 11<br />
for 4-string jazz bass ® stack ®<br />
moderate output<br />
hum cancelling<br />
high output<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
moderate output<br />
moderate output<br />
pro shop hu<br />
single coil<br />
pro<br />
play<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro shop<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
high output<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
STK-J1 classic<br />
application Vintage-voiced Stack ® . Perfect for country, pop, blues, and classic rock.<br />
description This is one of our most popular Basslines pickups. It captures the same great tone,<br />
presence and response of the SJB-1 Vintage single coil, but without the annoying hum. Comes with<br />
four-conductor hookup cable and logo cover.<br />
complete setup Neck pickup is slightly narrower. Often used together with STC-2 or -3 Tone<br />
Circuits for optimal tonal control (see page 67).<br />
players pick<br />
players Mark Meadows / Meredith Brooks, Mark Griffiths / Hank Marvin,<br />
Guy Erez / Steve Stevens, Ryan Roberts / Cartel<br />
pro shop<br />
usa MSRP $109<br />
SJB-2 hot<br />
application Hot single-coil. Recommended<br />
for pop, blues, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description This pickup is similar in design<br />
to the Vintage, but kicks up the output with<br />
more aggressive coil windings. Compared<br />
to the Vintage, there’s a heavier mid-range<br />
emphasis that makes this pickup well suited to<br />
rock tones. Includes logo cover.<br />
complete setup Neck pickup is slightly<br />
narrower. Neck is RW/RP for hum canceling<br />
when both pickups are used together. Often<br />
used together with STC-2 or -3 Tone Circuits<br />
for optimal tonal control (see page 67).<br />
players Chris Maresh / Eric Johnson, Gareth<br />
Davies / Funeral for a Friend<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
SJB-3 quarter-pound <br />
application High output true single-coil. Recommended for blues, classic rock, garage, heavy<br />
rock, classic metal and nu-metal.<br />
description Developed for the bassist who needs the slammin’ output of the Hot but with even<br />
stronger attack. The quarter-inch pole pieces and intense windings deliver a full response with great<br />
sustain. Includes logo cover.<br />
complete setup Neck pickup is slightly narrower. Neck is RW/RP for hum canceling when both<br />
pickups are used together. Often used together with STC-2 or -3 Tone Circuits for optimal tonal<br />
control (see page 67).<br />
players Joe Principe / Rise Against , Tye Zamora / Alien Ant Farm, Tim Payne / Thursday, Pat Kim /<br />
Unwritten Law, Bryan Whiteman / Emanuel, Deon Rexroat / Anberlin<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
STK-J2 hot<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
60 55<br />
application Higher output single-coil-sized Stack ® . Recommended for blues, classic rock, heavy<br />
rock and metal.<br />
description Similar to the Classic Stack, but with increased output and a thicker-sounding midrange<br />
response making it better suited for rock tones. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable and<br />
logo cover.<br />
complete setup Neck pickup is slightly narrower. Often used together with STC-2 or -3 Tone<br />
Circuits for optimal tonal control (see page 67).<br />
59<br />
players Chris Kent / Larry Carlton, Duff McKagan / Velvet Revolver & Guns ‘N Roses<br />
Peter Steele / Type O Negative<br />
usa MSRP $109
players pick moderate output<br />
high output pro shop single coil<br />
basslines<br />
great tone is fundamental<br />
high output<br />
for<br />
moderate output<br />
5-string jazz bass ®<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro shop<br />
SJ5-3<br />
quarter-pound<br />
for 5-string jazz<br />
bass ®<br />
application High-output true single-coil. Recommended<br />
for blues, classic rock, garage, heavy rock<br />
and metal.<br />
description Delivers amazing output and super strong<br />
attack. The quarter-inch Alnico pole piece magnets together<br />
with over-wound coil provide full response with great control.<br />
Includes logo cover.<br />
SJ5-67-70 & SJ5-70/74<br />
passive<br />
single coils<br />
high output<br />
high output moderate output<br />
moderate single output coil<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
players pro pickshop<br />
pro shop<br />
application Traditional single coil pickup for<br />
5-string. Excellent for country, pop, blues, and<br />
classic rock<br />
description This pickup captures the tone,<br />
feel and articulation of a great ‘62 Jazz Bass.<br />
We adjusted the coil geometry and winding<br />
configuration to compensate for the different<br />
nature of extended range instruments. It’s now<br />
possible to capture the subtle characteristics of<br />
traditional “J-tone” all the way down to the low<br />
“B.” Includes logo cover.<br />
complete setup Calibrated neck and bridge<br />
set. Comes in two popular string spacings: 67<br />
mm neck with 70 mm bridge, and 70 mm neck<br />
with 74 mm bridge. Neck pickup cover is same<br />
size as bridge cover. Often used together with<br />
STC-2 or -3 Tone Circuits for optimal tonal<br />
control (see page 67).<br />
basses The 67/70 version is a direct retrofit<br />
for Fender ® Jazz V basses. The 70/74 fits many<br />
popular 5-string basses. Check the dimensions<br />
on the website.<br />
players Matt Rubano / Taking Back Sunday,<br />
Tad Kinchla / Blues Traveler, Hugh McDonald /<br />
Bon Jovi<br />
usa MSRP $93 each / $184 for neck<br />
& bridge set<br />
AJB-5<br />
active<br />
high output<br />
high output hum cancelling<br />
moderate output<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
pro shop<br />
hum cancelling<br />
application Increased output active pickup<br />
for blues, classic rock, heavy rock players and metal. pick<br />
description The neck pickup is fat and<br />
present with enough punch and snap to bring<br />
definition and brilliance to the low-B. pro shop The bridge<br />
pickup has a solid bottom with a dip in the mids<br />
for warmth and clarity. A fully discrete, ultra<br />
quiet, 9-volt preamp delivers low impedance<br />
output with excellent dynamic range. Includes<br />
logo cover.<br />
complete setup Calibrated neck and bridge<br />
set. Often used together with STC-2 or -3 Tone<br />
Circuits for optimal tonal control (see page 67).<br />
basses Can be used with either 4- or 5-string<br />
basses. Note that this pickup is not a direct<br />
retrofit for Fender Jazz V, but fits many popular<br />
5-string basses. Will accommodate string<br />
spacings up to 3.10” (78.7mm) for bridge pickup<br />
and 3.00” (76.2mm) for neck pickup. Check the<br />
dimensions on the website.<br />
players Terry Hale / George Strait, Melvin Lee<br />
Davis / Lee Ritenour & Larry Carlton, Bob Zilla /<br />
Damageplan, P-Nut / 311<br />
usa MSRP $156 each / $247 for neck<br />
& bridge set<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
SJB-5<br />
stack ®<br />
application Moderate output passive<br />
Stack is perfect for country, pop, pro blues, shop<br />
and classic rock.<br />
description This blade-type pickup<br />
offers reduced output and a flat response.<br />
The bridge pickup has a defined, percussive<br />
character. The neck pickup has a warm tone.<br />
Used together, you get a solid tone with a<br />
slight dip in the mid-range; perfect for slapstyle<br />
playing. The Stack design eliminates<br />
annoying hum. Comes with four-conductor<br />
hookup cable and logo cover.<br />
complete setup Calibrated neck and bridge<br />
set. Best when used together with STC-2 or -3<br />
Tone Circuits for optimal tonal control.<br />
basses Can be used with either 4- or 5-string<br />
basses. Note that this pickup is not a direct<br />
retrofit for Fender Jazz V, but fits many<br />
popular 5-string basses. Will<br />
accommodate string spacings up<br />
to 2.9” (73.6mm) for either pickup.<br />
Check the dimensions on the<br />
website.<br />
players Gary Hewitt /<br />
Gary Allan, Kevin Walker /<br />
Prince, Chris Chaney /<br />
Jane’s Addiction<br />
usa MSRP $104<br />
high output<br />
single coil<br />
moderate hum output cancelling<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
hum cancelling pro shop<br />
players pick<br />
moderate output<br />
57 62<br />
complete setup Available individually or in<br />
calibrated neck and bridge set.<br />
BASSEs This pickup is a direct retrofit for Fender® Jazz<br />
V and many other popular 5-string basses. Will accommodate<br />
string spacings up to 3.10” (78.7mm) for bridge pickup and 3.00”<br />
(76.2mm) for neck pickup.<br />
USA MSRP $95 each / $179 for a neck & bridge set
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
high output<br />
basslines<br />
great tone is fundamental<br />
players pic mo<br />
pro shopsing<br />
moderate output<br />
high output<br />
for<br />
players pick<br />
p-bass®<br />
single coil<br />
moderate output<br />
for single-coil p-bass®<br />
hu<br />
pro shop<br />
high output hum cancelling<br />
single coil<br />
play<br />
moderate players output pick<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro<br />
single coil pro shop<br />
high output players pick<br />
high output<br />
high output<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
SPB-1 vintage<br />
application Vintage-correct pickup that’s<br />
great for country, pop, blues, and classic rock.<br />
description A faithful reproduction of Leo<br />
Fender’s 1957 dual coil pickup design. Same<br />
hand-fabricated forbon bobbins. Same plain<br />
enamel wire. Same hand ground, sand-cast<br />
magnets. Same great “warm ‘n woody” tone.<br />
Comes with waxed cloth hookup cable and nonlogo<br />
covers.<br />
complete setup Often used together with<br />
STC-3M3 and -3M4 Tone Circuits for optimal<br />
tonal control.<br />
players Dustin Hawthorne / Hot Hot Heat,<br />
Airin Older / Sugarcult, Dana Strum /<br />
Slaughter, Mark Griffiths / Hank Marvin<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
high output pro shop<br />
moderate output<br />
moderate pro output shop<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
pro shop<br />
SPB-3<br />
quarteRpound<br />
TM<br />
application Our most popular Basslines<br />
pickup. High output, versatile, pickup.<br />
Recommended for blues, classic rock,<br />
punk, heavy rock, classic metal and metal.<br />
description The quarter-inch diameter<br />
pole pieces expand the magnetic field and<br />
extend the frequency ranges for fat, full,<br />
punchy sound with tremendous mid-range<br />
presence and maximum output. Though often<br />
used for heavy rock tones, this pickup gives<br />
amazing tonal versatility to a single pickup<br />
instrument making this the most popular<br />
Basslines pickup. Includes logo covers.<br />
SCPB-1<br />
vintage<br />
application Vintage-correct true single-coil.<br />
Perfect for country, pop, surf, blues, and hum classic cancelling<br />
rock.<br />
description A tribute to the old early-’50s<br />
“Tele Bass.” Uses the same bobbins, players magnets, pick<br />
wire, and black yarn for the same look and same<br />
bright tone as the original. Comes with waxed<br />
cloth hookup cable. No logo.<br />
pro shop<br />
complete setup Often used together with<br />
STC-3M3 or -3M4 Tone Circuits or SFX-06<br />
Paranormal Bass direct box for optimal<br />
tonal control.<br />
players Gary Hewitt / Gary Allan<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
SCPB-2<br />
hot<br />
application Hot single-coil. Recommended<br />
for pop, blues, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description A high-output take on the<br />
Vintage. In this case, we increase the coil<br />
windings for higher output, more punch, and a<br />
thicker bottom-end than the Vintage. Includes<br />
Basslines logo.<br />
complete setup Often used together with<br />
STC-3M3 or -3M4 Tone Circuits or SFX-06<br />
Paranormal Bass direct box for optimal<br />
tonal control.<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
usa MSRP $93<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
SPB-2 hot<br />
application Hot pickup that’s perfect for pop,<br />
blues, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
players pick<br />
description Similar to the Vintage in<br />
construction, but with extra coil windings for<br />
increased pro output, shop enhanced low end response,<br />
and a fuller sound. Includes logo covers.<br />
complete setup Often used together with<br />
STC-3M3 and -3M4 Tone Circuits for optimal<br />
tonal control.<br />
players Anthony Kenney / Kentucky<br />
Headhunters, Brad Davis / Fu Manchu,<br />
Dean Tomasek / Bare Jr., Dee Dee Ramone /<br />
The Ramones<br />
complete setup Often used together<br />
with STC-3M3 and -3M4 Tone Circuits for<br />
optimal tonal control.<br />
players Pete Wentz / Fall Out Boy, Ian Grushka<br />
/ New Found Glory, Anthony Celestino / Box Car<br />
Racer, Jay Bentley / Bad Religion, Steve Harris /<br />
Iron Maiden, Mikko Paananen / HIM,<br />
Matt Armstrong / Murder by Death<br />
usa MSRP $93<br />
SCPB-3<br />
quarteR-pound TM<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
application High output true single-coil. Recommended for blues, classic rock, garage, heavy<br />
rock, classic metal and nu-metal.<br />
players pick<br />
description The quarter-inch diameter pole pieces add more string sensitivity than the Hot<br />
model. Aggressive tonal response with strong bottom end and lots of mids. Adds tremendous tonal<br />
versatility to a single pickup instrument. Includes Basslines logo. pro shop<br />
complete setup Often used together with STC-3M3 or -3M4 Tone Circuits or SFX-06 Paranormal<br />
Bass direct box for optimal tonal control.<br />
usa MSRP $83<br />
64<br />
63<br />
usa MSRP $93
hum cancelling<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
high output players pick hum cancelling<br />
basslines<br />
great tone is fundamental<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil<br />
high outp hu<br />
for<br />
moderate output<br />
music man®<br />
single coil<br />
pro shop<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
for music man ® moderate<br />
& rickenbackeR ® pla<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
single coil<br />
pro<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
hum can<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
players pic<br />
pro shop<br />
pro shop<br />
SMB-4a & -5a<br />
alnico<br />
application 1976-voiced humbucker. Great for blues, funk, classic rock, southern rock, jam,<br />
and hard rock.<br />
description The Alnico magnets, together with unique coil windings, have the effect of extending<br />
both ends of the frequency spectrum beyond that of the ceramic magnet version. In other words, the Alnico<br />
version is both warmer on the bottom and more detailed on top. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable<br />
and logo cover.<br />
complete setup Generally used together with STC-3M3 and -3M4 Tone Circuits or<br />
SFX-06 Paranormal Bass direct box for optimal tonal control.<br />
basses Replacement for 4-string Music Man ® StingRay ® basses from 1976 to present and for 5-string<br />
Music Man StingRay basses up to 1992. For post-’92 5-string basses, see three-coil version.<br />
players Morgan Nicholls / The Streets & Muse, Dan Lutz / Andy Summers, Roger Camero / No Motiv,<br />
Nathan Cochran / Mercy Me<br />
USA MSRP $121<br />
65<br />
SMB-4d & -5d<br />
ceramic<br />
application Hotter pickup. Recommended for<br />
classic rock, heavy rock, funk, punk, R&B, and<br />
metal.<br />
description This hum-canceling pickup offers a<br />
balanced, highly musical tone contour with a richly<br />
articulated bottom, lots of midrange, and biting<br />
treble. It’s got a nice, mild “bark” without being<br />
overly brash, and it’s not at all harsh in the midrange.<br />
The low end is full and strong without being<br />
mushy or foggy.<br />
complete setup Generally used together with<br />
STC-3M3 and -3M4 Tone Circuits for optimal tonal<br />
control.<br />
basses Replacement for 4-string Music Man ®<br />
StingRay ® basses from 1976 to present and for 5-<br />
string Music Man StingRay basses up to 1992. For<br />
post-’92 5-string basses, see three-coil version.<br />
players Marc McKnight / Atreyu, Chopper<br />
Anderson / Reba McEntire, David Bronze / Eric<br />
Clapton, Paul Burnette / Darkest Hour, Pete Chilton /<br />
Bane, Markku Lappalainen / Hoobastank<br />
usa MSRP $121<br />
SRB-1<br />
for rickenbacker ®<br />
application Humbucking upgrade adds output and<br />
quietness. Great for pop, blues, classic rock and heavy rock.<br />
description The bridge pickup uses dual Alnico 5 blade magnets for<br />
more power and sustain. The neck pickup uses two ceramic magnets<br />
and special windings for fullness and warmth. Both pickups will<br />
increase output and expand the tonal range of a stock bass. Comes<br />
with four-conductor hookup cable.<br />
SMB-4a & 5a<br />
3-coil alnico<br />
application Alnico magnet direct<br />
replacement for 3-coil basses. Perfect for blues,<br />
funk, classic rock, southern rock, jam, and hard<br />
rock.<br />
description Offers the benefits of the<br />
Alnico replacement pickup - both warmer on<br />
the bottom and more detailed on top - in a<br />
replacement for 3-coil Music Man basses.<br />
complete setup For use with stock Music high output<br />
Man ® pre-amp and selector switch intended for<br />
3-coil system. Will not work with STC-3M3<br />
or -3M4.<br />
moderate output<br />
basses For post-1996 Music Man ® Sterling ®<br />
and StingRay ® with 3-coil pickup system.<br />
single coil<br />
available mods<br />
Detailed instructions include optional mod for<br />
extending the frequency range of Music Man<br />
preamps (note: should be performed by a<br />
qualified tech - check warranty details).<br />
complete setup The bridge pickup includes a special phenolic surround to<br />
improve the appearance of the bass. The bridge model is designed for the 4003 bass and<br />
replaces the “horseshoe” magnet. The original chrome mounting ring cannot be used with the<br />
SRB-1 bridge model.<br />
players Marcus Blake / Rollins Band, Jerry Best / Courtney Love, Anthony Joyner / Faith Hill<br />
usa MSRP $141<br />
usa MSRP $199 (Custom Shop)<br />
hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
Neck<br />
Bridge<br />
66 61
hum cancelling<br />
sin<br />
high output players pic<br />
players pick<br />
basslines<br />
great tone is fundamental<br />
moderate pro output shoph<br />
tone<br />
pro shop<br />
circuits <br />
fundamental fretless<br />
single coil <br />
pla<br />
hum cancelling pro<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
STC-3M3 & STC-3M4<br />
for music man ®<br />
application On board Tone Circuits for adding tremendous tonal<br />
versatility. Enables the player to add or subtract EQ at center frequencies<br />
voiced specifically for electric bass. They feature low noise, low distortion<br />
and high headroom. Useful for all musical styles and genres.<br />
description Three bands of active EQ, plus the proprietary Slap Switch.<br />
The lows are deep, clear, and tight. The mids range from ultra-smooth<br />
to punchy and all points in between. The treble control can produce a<br />
very wide, very usable response that is brilliant, yet smooth without any<br />
brittleness. Pulling up on the volume knob engages the proprietary Slap<br />
Switch, a special EQ contour made just for slap-style playing. See website<br />
for frequency response charts.<br />
complete setup Use together with Basslines’ replacement pickup for<br />
Music Man bass. Includes all necessary mounting hardware: high-quality<br />
potentiometers on pre-wired harness; battery clip; stereo jack; and black<br />
anodized, knurled, dome-style knobs.<br />
basses For Music Man ® StingRay ® basses and other basses with a single<br />
passive pickup. Will not work with 3-coil pickup.<br />
available mods Available in three- or four-knob versions. Three-knob<br />
has: (1) volume / slap, (2) mid-range, and (3) stacked-concentric bass &<br />
treble. Four-knob has: (1) volume / slap, (2) bass, (3) mid-range, and (4)<br />
treble. Special harness options available - contact your Basslines dealer<br />
or Basslines Customer Service for details. Can use 18 volts for increased<br />
headroom.<br />
players Paolo Gregoletto / Trivium, Morgan Nicholls / The Streets & Muse<br />
usa MSRP $177<br />
STC-2 & STC-3/2- & 3-Band<br />
tone circuits <br />
application On board Tone Circuits add tremendous tonal versatility.<br />
Enables the player to add or subtract EQ at center frequencies voiced<br />
specifically for electric bass. They feature low noise, low distortion and<br />
high headroom. Useful for all musical styles and genres.<br />
description Two or three bands of active EQ, master volume, blend,<br />
plus the proprietary Slap Switch. The lows are deep, clear, and tight.<br />
The mids range from ultra-smooth to punchy and all points in between.<br />
The treble control can produce a very wide, very usable response that is<br />
brilliant, yet smooth without any brittleness. Pulling up on the volume<br />
knob engages the proprietary Slap Switch, a special EQ contour made<br />
just for slap-style playing. See website for frequency response charts.<br />
complete setup Includes all necessary mounting hardware: highquality<br />
potentiometers on pre-wired harness; battery clip; stereo jack; and<br />
black anodized, knurled, dome-style knobs.<br />
basses For nearly all dual pickup basses.<br />
available mods 3-band adds a dedicated mid-range control. Versions<br />
available for use with active or passive pickups. Specify when ordering.<br />
Special harness options available - contact your Basslines dealer or<br />
Basslines Customer Service for details. Can use 18 volts for increased<br />
headroom.<br />
players John Pena / Herbie Hancock, Bakithi Kumalo / Paul Simon,<br />
Doug Pinnick / King’s X, Chris Chaney / Jane’s Addiction, Tye Zamora /<br />
Alien Ant Farm, Sam Rivers / limp bizkit<br />
usa MSRP $135 for 2-band / $172 for 3-band<br />
AJB-2ASB / 2-band STC<br />
AJB-3ASB / 3-band STC<br />
active pickup<br />
& preamp<br />
for 4- & 5-string<br />
application Signature active pickup and<br />
Tone Circuit TM system for electric fretless bass.<br />
Great for country, jazz, blues, funk, classic rock<br />
and heavy rock.<br />
description Steve Bailey’s fretless bass tonal<br />
demands range from the bite of a blues trio<br />
to the edge of a power trio to the warmth of a<br />
jazz trio to the extremes of a bass duo. From<br />
the studio to the stage, Steve wants to use one<br />
set of pickups and electronics that allow him to<br />
meet all these diverse challenges. This is that<br />
set. Includes logo covers.<br />
complete setup System includes neck<br />
and bridge pickup with 2-band or 3-band Tone<br />
Circuit TM built for use with active pickups.<br />
basses For 4- and 5-string basses. Battery life<br />
is approximately 1,000 continuous hours per<br />
set. Note that the 5-string version is not a direct<br />
retrofit for Fender ® Jazz V, but fits many popular<br />
5-string basses. Check the dimensions on the<br />
website.<br />
STC-2SB & STC-3SB 2- & 3-Band<br />
steve bailey<br />
tone circuits <br />
application Tone Circuit voiced for use with<br />
electric fretless bass.<br />
description Either two or three bands of<br />
focused EQ, together with a switch that engages<br />
a frequency contour optimized to bring out<br />
fretless harmonics as well as mid-range boost.<br />
complete setup Includes all necessary<br />
mounting hardware: high-quality potentiometers<br />
on pre-wired harness; battery clip; stereo jack;<br />
and black anodized, knurled, dome-style knobs.<br />
basses For use with any electric fretless bass.<br />
available mods 3-band adds a mid range<br />
control. Versions available for use with active or<br />
passive pickups. Specify when ordering. Can use<br />
18 volts for increased headroom.<br />
usa MSRP $177 for 2-band<br />
$209 for 3-band<br />
ASB-2ASB / 2-band STC<br />
ASB-3ASB / 3-band STC<br />
active pickup<br />
& preamp<br />
for 6-string<br />
application Same as left, but designed for<br />
6-string bass. Uses the ASB-6 cover.<br />
USA MSRP<br />
$406 for system with 2-band STC<br />
$417 for 3-band<br />
63 68<br />
67<br />
usa MSRP $347 for system with 2-band STC<br />
$395 for 3-band
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See seymourduncan.com for<br />
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you want, pickup-wise — the only limitations are your<br />
imagination and maybe your wallet.<br />
Lead time can be several months or more. This isn’t fast<br />
food.<br />
If you’re interested in ordering a Custom Shop pickup,<br />
e-mail customshop@seymour duncan.com,<br />
fax 805.964.9749, or call 805.964.9610<br />
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Please be sure to include your address and phone number.<br />
To install pickups in your<br />
instrument, you need<br />
screwdrivers, wire cutters,<br />
wire strippers, electrical<br />
tape and a “pencil” type<br />
soldering iron (don’t use a<br />
larger soldering gun, it’s<br />
transformer can demagnetize<br />
your pickups). If you<br />
are not confident in your<br />
soldering abilities, it’s a<br />
good idea to take your<br />
guitar to your local guitar<br />
tech.<br />
A few bucks spent wisely at<br />
this juncture can save many<br />
dollars later (and maybe<br />
your instrument). Follow<br />
these general steps and<br />
you should be on<br />
your way.<br />
A note about soldering safety:<br />
Soldering should be done in wellventilated<br />
areas. Soldering irons and<br />
molten solder can be very hot and<br />
cause severe localized burns if handled<br />
improperly. Make sure you wear<br />
protective eye covering when soldering.<br />
When you’re finished soldering, wash<br />
your hands thoroughly with soap and<br />
water.<br />
1) Remove the strings from the guitar.<br />
This makes it easier to remove pickups<br />
and pickguards without scratching the<br />
guitar.<br />
2) Remove pickguard or control<br />
cavity covers. If you have to lay the<br />
pickguard on the top of the guitar, place<br />
a soft cloth like a T-shirt between the<br />
pickguard and the body of the guitar. Be<br />
gentle! It is very easy to scratch lacquer<br />
finishes.<br />
3) Draw a diagram of the way your<br />
guitar is wired now. Pay particular<br />
attention to the wires coming out of the<br />
existing pickups, noting their color<br />
and where they are attached.<br />
This will help you if you run into<br />
problems remembering where some<br />
connections went.<br />
4) Carefully de-solder the pickups from<br />
where they are currently attached and<br />
clean the excess solder off of the parts<br />
with solder wick. It’s always easier to<br />
solder onto a nice, clean part than one<br />
that has solder splattered all over it.<br />
5) Take a minute to note the old<br />
pickup’s orientation in the instrument<br />
(screw-side of humbucker towards the<br />
neck, for example) and then remove<br />
the old pickups from the pickguard or<br />
mounting rings that were holding them<br />
in place. Take the old pickups and wrap<br />
them in a soft cloth or paper towel and<br />
store them in a cool, dry place away<br />
from magnetic interference. This will<br />
keep them ready if you’d like to put<br />
them back in the guitar at a later date<br />
(especially important if it is a vintage<br />
instrument).<br />
6) Install the new pickups where the old<br />
ones were, making sure that you retain<br />
the proper orientation.<br />
7) Run the new wires back to the<br />
controls that the old pickups were<br />
attached to. Measure the wires to the<br />
proper length (long enough to make it<br />
to the connections with about an inch or<br />
so extra for slack), cut, strip and tin the<br />
wires, and carefully solder them onto<br />
the old connections. Use our diagrams<br />
to help you if our color-coding is<br />
different from the guitar manufacturer’s.<br />
8) Reattach the pickguard and/or<br />
control cavity covers, string up<br />
the guitar, adjust the pickup<br />
height, and test out your<br />
new pickups. Make excellent<br />
music!<br />
9) Setting string height. A good<br />
starting point for the distance<br />
from the bridge pickup to the<br />
strings is 3/32 of an inch. The neck<br />
pickup can be set to provide a good<br />
output balance when compared to<br />
the bridge or to produce a particular<br />
tone when used together with<br />
the bridge. If a pickup is too<br />
close to the strings the tone<br />
tends to get muddy and<br />
lack clarity, and if placed<br />
too far away the tone<br />
will be thin and<br />
lacking in character.<br />
All pickups have<br />
a “sweet spot”<br />
70<br />
where its tone<br />
will be optimal<br />
for a given guitar<br />
and pickup<br />
combination. Use<br />
your ears to find<br />
that spot.
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glossary<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
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glossary<br />
Active Pickup<br />
A pickup that uses an electronic preamp. Why would you want that?<br />
For more gain, tone shaping, and reducing output impedance. The<br />
advantages are less noise, ease of creating new tones, and no high<br />
frequency loss from using long cables. They’re particularly useful for<br />
producing a strong, noise free signal for driving multi-effects racks<br />
(remember the ‘80s?). Our LiveWires are active pickups. So are many of<br />
our Basslines models. (For comparison, see “Passive Pickup”).<br />
Calibrate, Calibrated Set<br />
This is when we wind each pickup in a set such that you can maintain<br />
a balanced output level when switching between the pickups. In a<br />
calibrated set, the hottest pickup is in the bridge position and the middle<br />
pickup is RW/RP (see “RW/RP”).<br />
D.C. Resistance<br />
The resistance to the flow of Direct Current. It’s a<br />
general indicator of the output and tonality. A higher d.c. resistance<br />
usually means more output and less brightness. For single-coils, a<br />
vintage d.c. resistance would be around 6.5 to 7k. High output single<br />
coils or single coil-size humbuckers might have a d.c. resistance of 16k or<br />
higher. Humbuckers generally range from 7.3k for vintage tone to 16k or<br />
higher for a hot rodded tone.<br />
Dun-Aged TM<br />
Our process of providing custom and stabilized magnetic fields in a<br />
pickup. Developed in <strong>Seymour</strong>’s Custom Shop.<br />
Epoxy Potting<br />
After vacuum wax potting the coils, sometimes we seal a pickup in epoxy<br />
to protect it from damage due to handling, exposure to the elements and<br />
normal use. You’ll find this on many of our active Basslines, LiveWires,<br />
and Woody pickups. In pickups like our Metal LiveWires, the epoxy<br />
potting can further reduce the tendency towards microphonic feedback<br />
in high gain situations. (See also “Wax Potting”).<br />
Four-Conductor Wiring<br />
On nearly all of our humbuckers (except a few vintage models), we<br />
terminate the beginning and ending leads from each coil to a cable with<br />
a common shield. This allows for very cool wiring and switching<br />
configurations, such as series/split/parallel or splitting with coil selection<br />
in/out of phase with itself or in/out of phase with another pickup, etc.<br />
Gauss<br />
(Rhymes with “mouse”). A unit of measure of flux density which<br />
describes the field strength of a magnet.<br />
Ground<br />
A common reference point in an electrical circuit.<br />
Hum Canceling, Humbucker<br />
Seth Lover’s 1955 pickup design which consists of two coils wired<br />
together electrically out of phase and with magnetic polarities reversed.<br />
The effect of this configuration is to cancel 60 cycle hum and other higher<br />
frequency harmonics, and leave the string signal perfectly intact. Seth<br />
was a good friend of the <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> family. He passed away in 1997<br />
and we miss him.<br />
Impedance<br />
The resistance to the flow of Alternating Current. In passive pickups this<br />
figure is variable with frequency.<br />
Millivolt<br />
One-thousandth of a volt. A pickup’s output can be measured in millivolts.<br />
A typical passive pickup might have 100 to 300 mV output.<br />
Ohms<br />
The standard unit of electrical resistance. A pickup’s d.c. resistance is<br />
usually measured in KΩ/Kohms.<br />
Out Of Phase<br />
The electrical linking of two coils or two pickups in such a way as to<br />
provide at least partial cancellation of the signal. Think of two identical<br />
coils, one of which has its hot and ground reversed (opposite electrical<br />
polarity). With pickups wired out of phase, usually the low frequencies<br />
are canceled so the resulting sound is thin and sometimes brittle. Think:<br />
Jerry Garcia-tone. This should not to be confused with the “in between”<br />
or “notch” positions on a Strat ® with a five-way switch. Sometimes the<br />
combinations of the middle pickup with either the bridge or neck pickup<br />
are referred to as “out of phase.” To avoid confusion, we call that tone<br />
“quack” or “cluck” or “snark.”<br />
Parallel Wiring<br />
The electrical linking of two coils in a parallel or side-by-side fashion.<br />
The sonic effect compared to a series configuration is approximately<br />
40% lower output but with added brilliance and clarity on the high end.<br />
A humbucker wired in parallel will sound somewhat like a single coil<br />
without losing its hum-canceling quality. (For comparison, see<br />
“Series wiring”).<br />
Parallel Axis TM<br />
Our patented pole piece system that utilizes four separate small<br />
rectangular poles per string (except for the PA-TB1n Parallel Axis Stack,<br />
which has two per string). The poles are arranged in a configuration that<br />
decentralizes and softens the magnetic field providing smoother highs<br />
and greater sustain while minimizing string pull. Our bridge position<br />
Parallel Axis pickups use Trembucker spacing.<br />
(See “Trembucker”).<br />
Passive Pickup<br />
A type of pickup which uses no internal active electronic circuitry. Most<br />
of our electric and acoustic guitar pickups and many of our Basslines<br />
pickups are passive. Passive pickups have the advantage that their attack<br />
and overall tonality are more consistent with vintage tones and dynamics.<br />
Also, they don’t require a battery to function. (For comparison, see<br />
“Active Pickup”).<br />
Phase<br />
The relationship of two wave forms with respect to time.<br />
Polarity<br />
The relationship of positive and negative electric currents to each other.<br />
Pole Piece, Non-Magnetic<br />
A ferrous (containing iron and magnetically conductive) metal piece<br />
used to control, concentrate and/or shape a magnetic field. Pole pieces<br />
usually fall into two broad categories: adjustable and non-adjustable.<br />
We use many different types of adjustable and non-adjustable pole<br />
pieces. The physical make-up of a pole piece will vary the magnetic<br />
field of the pickup. Generally a more massive pole piece, such as the<br />
button-head cap screw used in the SH-8 Invader, will produce a<br />
broader field. This gives higher output and a more aggressive attack.<br />
Smaller or thinner pole pieces tend to produce a lower field intensity<br />
giving less output and a sharper attack. It is possible to combine two<br />
or more types of pole pieces in one pickup in order to achieve a subtle<br />
balance between attack, definition, and fullness.<br />
Pole Piece, Magnetic<br />
This refers to a pickup in which the axis of the magnet is aimed directly<br />
at the strings and the magnet itself is serving as the pole piece. You’ll<br />
find these most commonly on vintage-style single coil pickups where<br />
Alnico rod magnets serve as pole pieces. Our 5/2 series of single coils<br />
combine both Alnico II (on the high strings) and Alnico V (on the low<br />
strings) for an incredibly balanced pickup with a punchy low end and a<br />
warm top end – a <strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong> first!<br />
Resonant Peak<br />
The frequency at which the impedance of a pickup is at its highest.<br />
Within any particular category of pickups, a higher resonant peak<br />
usually means a brighter, clearer sound. Amongst Strat ® replacement<br />
pickups for example, the resonant peak will vary from 3.5KHz (Hot Rails)<br />
to 10.0 KHz (Vintage Staggered).<br />
RW/RP<br />
Stands for Reverse Wind/Reverse Polarity. This refers to reversing the<br />
winding direction and magnetic polarity of one single coil pickup in a<br />
two- or three-pickup guitar. So, for instance, if the middle pickup in a<br />
Strat is RW/RP, you’ll get hum cancellation when you use that pickup<br />
together with either the neck or bridge pickups.<br />
Series Wiring<br />
The electrical linking of two coils in a serial fashion producing a higher<br />
output, and a fuller and more powerful sound. This is the standard<br />
hookup for humbucking pickups. (For comparison, see “Parallel”).<br />
Splitting, Split Pickup<br />
The process of shorting out one of the two coils of a humbucker, thereby<br />
producing a single coil sound. Sometimes erroneously referred to as<br />
“tapping” a pickup. (For comparison, see “Tapped Pickup”).<br />
Stack ®<br />
Our patented technique of stacking two coils, one above the other, in<br />
order to cancel hum and noise but keep a single coil tonality and size.<br />
Tapped Pickup<br />
A coil which has two or more hot leads providing multiple output<br />
levels and tones. With a tapped pickup and a switch (like a pushpull<br />
pot or a toggle), you can access both high-output and vintage<br />
output from the same pickup just by switching between the full<br />
wind and a reduced wind. (See “Split Pickup”).<br />
Transducer<br />
Something that converts energy from one form to another.<br />
A pickup is a transducer because it converts string vibrations<br />
into an electrical signal. A speaker converts an electrical signal<br />
into kinetic motion, so it’s a transducer too.<br />
Trembucker<br />
Our name for a full-size humbucker with wider pole-to-pole spacing<br />
for use on many guitars with tremolos or wider string spacing. Some<br />
Trembuckers use Parallel Axis pole pieces (see “Parallel Axis”)<br />
and some look just like regular humbuckers with slightly wider spacing.<br />
Volt<br />
A unit of electromotive force which causes a current of one ampere to<br />
flow through a resistance of one ohm.<br />
Wax Potting<br />
A method of saturating a pickup in wax to hold the coil and<br />
any mechanical parts absolutely rigid. This is done to<br />
prevent microphonic feedback. We use a proprietary<br />
vacuum wax potting method to insure that any air<br />
“voids” inside the pickup get replaced with wax.<br />
You’ll thank us when you’re jamming away with<br />
your 100 watt amp on “10” and your pickup isn’t<br />
squealing like a stuck pig. Oink.<br />
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sd tone chart<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
D.C. Resistance Resonant Peak EQ<br />
Magnet Neck Bridge Neck Bridge Bass/Mid/Treb Cable Output/User/Type Description<br />
tone that sets you apart<br />
OUTPUT<br />
high or moderate<br />
high output<br />
high output moderate output<br />
SH-10 / Full Shred Alnico V Bar 7.40k 14.60k 8.00KHz 5.50KHz 4/4/8 Four Con. • • • Designed to give tonal control in pro high-gain shop situations<br />
moderate single output coil<br />
USER<br />
players’ pick or pro<br />
single coil<br />
hum cancelling<br />
hum cancelling<br />
single coil<br />
players pick<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil or hum-cancelling<br />
seymour duncan Humbuckers & Trembuckers TM<br />
single coil<br />
APH-1 / Alnico II Pro TM Alnico II Bar 7.60k 7.85k 7.10KHz 6.70KHz 7/4/8 Four Con. The ultimate vintage blues humbucker<br />
hum cancelling<br />
SH-55 / Seth Lover Model TM Alnico II Bar 7.20k 8.10k 8.14KHz 5.90KHz 6/4/8 1-Con Braid Shield <strong>Seymour</strong>’s tribute to the father of the humbucker — warm and smooooth<br />
SHPG-1 / Pearly Gates TM Alnico II Bar 7.30k 8.35k 7.50KHz 6.50KHz 6/5/9 Four Con. Texas tone with top end sizzle hum cancelling<br />
players pick<br />
SH-1 / 59 Model TM Alnico V Bar 7.43k 8.13k 6.80KHz 6.00KHz 6/3/8 1-Con Braid Shield Imagine going back to 1959 and buying a new P.A.F.<br />
SH-3 / Stag Mag TM Alnico II Rods 16.20k 6.50KHz 4/3/6 Four Con. Built to be split and sound like a single-coil should<br />
players pro pickshop<br />
SH-2 / Jazz Model TM Alnico V Bar 7.72k 7.90k 8.00KHz 7.00KHz 5/3/9 Four Con. Clear and articulate — the consummate neck humbucker<br />
SHPR-1 / P-Rails TM See page 15 for specifications Four Con. • • • P90, humbucker and single coil in the same housing<br />
SH-12 / George Lynch Screamin’ Demon TM Alnico V Bar 10.00k 7.00KHz 5/4/9 Four Con. • • • Great cabinet “thunk” on the low end — screamin’ harmonics on the high end<br />
SH-13 / Dimebucker TM Ceramic Bar 16.25k 5.10KHz 6/5/8 Four Con. • • • Searing, crushing metal tone that was Dimebag’s legacy<br />
SH-14 / Custom Five TM Alnico V Bar 14.4k 5.40KHz 6/3/8 Four Con. • • • Optimum balance of warmth, punch, power and clarity<br />
SH-4 / JB Model TM Alnico V Bar 16.40k 5.50KHz 5/6/8 Four Con. • • • Singing and mid-range perfect — the pickup that started it all<br />
SH-5 / <strong>Duncan</strong> Custom TM Ceramic Bar 14.10k 6.00KHz 7/6/9 Four Con. • • • P.A.F. on steroids — loud and proud<br />
SH-6 / <strong>Duncan</strong> Distortion TM Ceramic Bar 12.70k 16.60k 6.50KHz 5.50KHz 5/8/9 Four Con. • • • Aggressive harmonics — low end chunk<br />
SH-8 / Invader TM Ceramic Bar 7.20k 16.80k 8.00KHz 5.00KHz 7/8/4 Four Con. • • • Think — interplanetary tonal invasion by hostile forces<br />
SH-11 / Custom Custom TM Alnico II Bar 14.40k 5.20KHz 3/7/7 Four Con. • • • Smooth bottom end — very aggressive top end<br />
SH-15 / Alternative 8 TM Alnico VII Bar 17.68k 4.46KHz 7/8/9 Four Con. • • • Custom winding and Alnico 8 magnet give enhanced attack while retaining warmth<br />
PATB-1 / Original Parallel Axis TM Alnico V Bar 7.50k 15.70k 6.90KHz 4.50KHz 5/4/7 Four Con. • • • Modern hi-fi sound — exceptional sustain<br />
PATB-2 / Distortion Parallel Axis TM Ceramic Bar 21.30k 3.90KHz 5/6/7 Four Con. • • • Huge sound with great top end definition<br />
PATB-3 / Blues Saraceno Parallel Axis TM Model TM Alnico V Bar 9.80k 6.00KHz 6/3/6 Four Con. • • • Big P.A.F. sound for vibrato-equipped guitars<br />
PA-STK1N / Parallel Axis TM Single Coil Stack ® Ceramic Bar 6.80k 6.40KHz 5/2/9 Four Con. • • • Classic single coil sound with benefits of Stack and Parallel Axis designs<br />
AHB-1 / Blackouts TM Alnico V Bar (neck) /Ceramic w/ Steel Blade (bridge) 750Hz 530Hz 6/5/8 Three Con. Shielded • • • Great for aggressive rock, attack, sustain and clarity<br />
AHB-2 / Blackouts TM Metal Alnico V 1.2KHz 7/9/5 Three Con. Shielded • • • Heavy, focused attack with extra punch and aggression. Removable jumper.<br />
LW-Must / Dave Mustaine LiveWires TM Alnico V 6.3KHz 4.1KHz 5/6/8 Three Con. Shielded • • • Get the same tone as the Master of Metal<br />
LW-CH2 / Livewire TM Classic II Humbucker Alnico II Bar 11.00KHz 8.00KHz 5/4/9 Three Con. Shielded • • • Natural, balanced tone with Alnico 2 for less sterility<br />
Mini-Humbuckers<br />
SM-1 / Vintage Alnico V Bar 6.54k 7.57k 7.00KHz 6.00KHz 5/4/6 1-Con Braid Shield • • • Classic Firebird ® sound<br />
SM-2 / Custom Ceramic Bar 8.52k 16.41k 9.00KHz 4.00KHz 5/6/6 Four Con. • • • Aggressive upper mids — great for slide<br />
SM-3 / <strong>Seymour</strong>ized TM Alnico V Bar 6.29k 11.60k 7.00KHz 4.80KHz 7/5/6 Four Con. • • • Fuller and smoother take on the original<br />
key<br />
players<br />
pro<br />
pick<br />
shop<br />
pro shop<br />
TYPE<br />
high output<br />
moderate output<br />
single coil hum cancelling<br />
hum cancelling players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
players pick<br />
pro shop<br />
PMS 27<br />
C:95 M:95<br />
PMS 2685/Livewires, Tele =<br />
C:95 M:97 Y:9 K:2<br />
seymour duncan P-90 Soapbars<br />
SP90-1 / Vintage P-90 Soapbar Alnico V Bar 8.22k 9.35k 4.30KHz 3.80KHz 5/5/7 Single Con. • • • Sweet & smooth — ‘50s soapbar tone<br />
SP90-2 / Hot P-90 Soapbar Small Ceramic 11.86k 14.90k 5.10KHz 4.70KHz 6/6/5 Single Con. • • • Pronounced upper mids — plenty of cut<br />
SP90-3 / Custom P-90 Soapbar Large Ceramic 12.00k 14.61k 4.50KHz 3.50KHz 6/5/6 Single Con. • • • Big, Punchy, Fun.<br />
STK-P1 / P-90 Stack Alnico V Bar 10.68k 15.84k 3.10KHz* 3.00KHz* 5/6/6 Four Con. • • • Great P-90 tone — no hum<br />
SPH90-1 / Phat Cat Alnico II Bar 7.98k 8.49k 6.30KHz 6.05KHz 6/5/7 Single Con. • • • Real deal P-90 tone for humbucker equipped guitars<br />
<br />
D.C. Resistance Resonant Peak EQ<br />
Magnet Tapped Full Tapped Full Bass/Mid/Treb Cable Output/Type/User Description<br />
PMS 1235/Steve Bailey =<br />
C:2 M:28 Y:92 K:0<br />
seymour duncan Pickups for Strat ® True Single CoiLs<br />
APS-1 / Alnico II Pro TM Staggered Alnico II Rods 6.40k 9.00KHz 5/4/7 Single Con. Cloth • • • Vintage tone with pronounced mid-range — smooth distortion<br />
APS-2 / Alnico II Pro TM Flat Alnico II Rods 6.40k 9.00KHz 5/4/7 Single Con. Cloth • • • Same great tone with modern string balance<br />
SSL-1 / Vintage Staggered Alnico V Rods 6.50k 10.00KHz 5/3/9 Single Con. Cloth • • • Vintage Strat ® “quack” — bright, angular distortion<br />
SSL-2 / Vintage Flat Alnico V Rods 6.60k 9.00KHz 5/3/9 Single Con. Cloth • • • Like SSL-1 — but with modern string balance<br />
SSL-3 / Hot Alnico V Rods 8.80k 16.40k 5.30KHz 4.40KHz 4/7/5 Single Con. PVC • • • Mucho output — mucho tone<br />
SSL-4 / Quarter-Pound TM Flat .25” Alnico V Rods 6.90k 13.30k 5.50KHz 4.80KHz 5/4/6 Single Con. PVC • • • Big note — similar to P-90<br />
SSL-7 / Quarter-Pound TM Staggered .25” Alnico V Rods 7.00k 14.80k 5.50KHz 4.80KHz 5/4/6 Single Con. PVC • • • Vintage tone times twenty<br />
SSL-6 / Custom Flat Alnico V Rods 13.00k 6.00KHz 4.90KHz 5/4/7 Single Con. PVC • • • Beefed up Strat ® tone<br />
SSL-5 / Custom Staggered Alnico V Rods 6.60k 12.90k 6.00KHz 4.90KHz 5/4/7 Single Con. PVC SRV-tone for folks who play with .009s<br />
SSL52-1 / Five-Two TM Alnico II & V Rods 6.70k 8.20KHz 5/5/6 Single Con. Cloth Best of both worlds — bright, springy bottom, smooth top<br />
SSL52-1b / Five-Two Custom Bridge Alnico II & V Rods 6.90k 7.90KHz 5/5/6 Single Con. Cloth The Five-Two with more output for the bridge position<br />
SLS-1 / Lipstick Tube for Strat Alnico VI Bar 4.30k 9.40KHz 6/4/8 Two Con. Shielded Bright jangly tone with an ultra hip look<br />
APST-1 / Twang Banger TM Alnico II Rods 8.27k 5.60KHz 5/5/7 Single Con. Cloth • • • Big-time twang injection for your Strat ®<br />
D.C. Resistance Resonant Peak EQ<br />
Magnet Neck Bridge Neck Bridge Bass/Mid/Treb Cable Output/Type/User Description<br />
PMS 418/Reference =<br />
C:55 M:42 Y:58 K:3<br />
seymour duncan Pickups for Strat ® Single Coil-sized Humbuckers<br />
SHR-1 / Hot Rails TM Ceramic Bar 10.80k 16.90k 4.80KHz, 3.50KHz 5/7/4 Four Con. • • • High output humbucker in a single coil size<br />
SCR-1 / Cool Rails TM Ceramic Bar 9.40k 10.30k 5.20KHz 4.00KHz 5/4/5 Four Con. • • • Smooth, bluesy and big — great for neck<br />
SVR-1 / Vintage Rails TM Ceramic Bar 2.31k** 2.67k** 8.50KHz 7.80KHz 6/3/9 Four Con. • • • Classic Strat ® tone and quiet<br />
SDBR-1 / Duckbuckers TM Ceramic Bar 2.60k** 3.00k** 7.20KHz 6.80KHz 5/3/9 Four Con. • • • Great vintage tone — without the hum<br />
SJBJ-1 / JB Jr. TM Ceramic Bar 9.60k 16.09k 5.00KHz 3.60KHz 4/6/5 Four Con. • • • JB humbucker in a single coil size<br />
SLSD-1 / Li’l Screamin’ Demon TM Ceramic Bar 9.72k 13.35k 4.60KHz 4.50KHz 6/4/6 Four Con. • • • Screamin’ Demon humbucker in a single coil size<br />
SL59-1 / Little ‘59 TM Ceramic Bar 9.86k 11.78k 5.80KHz 4.60KHz 6/5/7 Four Con. • • • ‘59 humbucker in a single coil size<br />
STK-S4 / Stack Plus Alnico V Rods 9.62k † 10.36k † 5.70KHz 5.20KHz 5/4/8 3-Con. Shielded • • • Pat. pending technology keeps the classic tone but kills the hum<br />
STK-S9b / Hot Stack ® Plus Alnico V Rods 20.26 KHz 3.23KHz 4/7/5 Three Con. Shield • • • “Overwound” Strat ® sound without hum<br />
LW-CS1 / Livewire TM Classic II Alnico II Rods 7.50KHz 7.50KHz 6/5/7 Two Con. Shielded • • • Studio quiet, hi-fi Strat ® tone with great dynamics and no sterility<br />
AS-1 / Blackouts TM Single Alnico V Rods 4.80KHz 6.40KHz 5/8/6 Two Con. Shielded • • • Aggressive sound with plenty of cut and focused attack. Removable jumper.<br />
76<br />
PMS<br />
C:0 M:<br />
PMS 158/Edit<br />
C:0 M:60 Y:94 K<br />
*In series ** In parallel ***Both coils † middle 9.75KOhms / 5.45 KHz
PMS 27<br />
C:95 M:95<br />
<strong>Seymour</strong> <strong>Duncan</strong><br />
D.C. Resistance Resonant Peak EQ<br />
Magnet Tapped Full Tapped Full Bass/Mid/Treb Cable Output/User/Type Description<br />
tone that sets you apart<br />
seymour duncan Pickups for Tele ®<br />
STL-1B / Vintage for Broadcaster Lead Alnico V Rods 7.60k 8.50KHz 3/7/8 Single Con. Cloth • • • More “nasal” Broadcaster ® sound<br />
STL-1 / Vintage ‘54, Lead Alnico V Rods 7.20k 9.00KHz 3/6/9 Single Con. Cloth • • • Classic ‘50s Tele ® sound<br />
STR-1 / Vintage Rhythm Alnico V Rods 7.30k 8.00KHz 5/3/4 Single Con. Cloth • • • Smooth and warm<br />
STL-2 / Hot Lead Alnico V Rods 7.40k 15.60k 8.20KHz 5.00KHz 5/6/5 Single Con. PVC • • • A bolder, more aggressive sound than the STL-1<br />
STR-2 / Hot Rhythm Alnico V Rods 9.70k 8.00KHz 6/4/5 Single Con. PVC • • • Balances great with STL-2<br />
STL-3 / Quarter-Pound TM Lead .25” Alnico V Rods 8.00k 17.38k 6.10KHz 3.50KHz 7/5/7 Single Con. PVC • • • Great classic rock tone<br />
STR-3 / Quarter-Pound TM Rhythm Alnico V Rods 6.60k 11.80k 8.30KHz 6.00KHz 8/5/5 Single Con. PVC • • • Balances great with STL-3<br />
APTL-1 / Alnico II Pro TM Lead Alnico II Rods 6.20k 8.50KHz 5/2/5 Single Con. Cloth • • • Vintage output with more warmth<br />
APTR-1 / Alnico II Pro TM Rhythm Alnico II Rods 8.10k 8.00KHz 6/3/4 Single Con. Cloth • • • Creamy and smooth<br />
APTL-3JD / Jerry Donahue Model TM Lead Alnico II Rods 7.80k 6.63KHz 5/5/7 Single Con. Cloth • • • Punchy and exceptionally well-balanced<br />
STL52-1 / Five-Two TM Lead Alnico II & V 7.50k 5.70KHz 5/4/7 Single Con. Cloth • • • Alnico V on the low strings for more brightness and twang and...<br />
STR52-1 / Five-Two TM Rhythm Alnico II & V 7.90k 10.00KHz 6/4/4 Single Con. Cloth • • • Alnico II on the high strings to smooth out the tone<br />
STK-T1N / Vintage Stack Rhythm Alnico V Rods 7.90k* 15.88k 7.30KHz 6/4/6 Four Con. • • • Perfect rhythm match for STK-T3b<br />
STK-T3B / Vintage Stack Lead Alnico V Rods 9.00k* 18.00k 7.50KHz 6/4/4 Four Con. • • • Classic Tele ® looks and tone with no hum<br />
STK-T2B / Hot Stack TM Alnico V Bar 10.70k* 21.40k 6.00KHz 5/6/6 Four Con. • • • Overwound sound with no hum<br />
ST59-1B / Little ‘59 TM Ceramic Bar 17.00k 3.40KHz 6/6/5 Four Con. • • • P.A.F. tone with a twang-injection<br />
STHR-1B / Hot Rails TM for Tele Lead Ceramic Bar 14.80k 2.50KHz 5/9/4 Four Con. • • • Make your Tele ® rock!<br />
STHR-1N / Hot Rails TM for Tele Rhythm Ceramic Bar 10.90k 3.9 KHz 5/7/5 Four Con. • • • Matches with a Hot Rails in the lead position<br />
D.C. Resistance Resonant Peak EQ<br />
Magnet Neck Bridge Neck Bridge Bass/Mid/Treb Cable Output/User/Type Description<br />
seymour duncan Pickups for Jaguar ® , Jazzmaster ® & Danolectro ®<br />
SJAG-1 / Vintage for Jaguar ® Alnico V Rods 6.50k 6.80k 10.20KHz 10.00KHz 5/3/9 Single Con. Cloth • • • Classic ‘60s Jaguar ® tone<br />
SJAG-2 / Hot for Jaguar ® Alnico V Rods 11.50k 12.31k 5.10KHz 4.50KHz 7/6/6 Single Con. PVC • • • Enhanced mid-range boost<br />
SJAG-3 / Quarter-Pound TM for Jaguar ® .25” Alnico V Rods 11.74k 13.96k 4.80KHz 4.00KHz 8/5/7 Single Con. PVC • • • Warmer, fuller, bigger<br />
SJM-1 / Vintage for Jazzmaster ® Alnico V Rods 7.75k 8.40k 9.00KHz 8.81KHz 4/6/6 Single Con. Cloth • • • Ventures tone<br />
SJM-2 / Hot for Jazzmaster ® Alnico V Rods 10.95k 14.11k 6.50KHz 5.21KHz 8/4/5 Single Con. PVC • • • Warm and jazzy<br />
SJM-3 / Quarter-Pound TM for Jazzmaster ® .25” Alnico Rods 11.85k 12.97k 5.20KHz 5.00KHz 9/5/6 Single Con. PVC • • • Bright and punchy — with a harder edge<br />
SLD-1 / Lipstick Tube for Danolectro ® Alnico VI Bar 4.30k 9.40KHz 6/4/8 Two Con. Shielded • • • Lively, bright and jangly<br />
*Each coil **In parallel<br />
PMS 1235/Steve Bailey =<br />
C:2 M:28 Y:92 K:0<br />
PMS 2685/Livewires, Tele =<br />
C:95 M:97 Y:9 K:2<br />
basslines Active & passive soapbars<br />
ASB-5, -6 / 5-String “Phase I”, 6-String “Phase I” Ceramic Bar 7.00KHz 6.80KHz 8/4/7 Two Con. Hi-fidelity sound — with a smooth, broad response<br />
ASB2-5, -6 / 5-String “Phase II”, 6-String “Phase II” Ceramic Bar 6.50KHz 5.50KHz 8/4/7 Two Con. Similar to Phase 1’s, but slightly harder attack with more punch<br />
SSB-5NYC / Passive Phase II NYC Soapbar Alnico II Rods 18.72k 21.43k 3.20KHz 2.4KHz 9/8/5 Four Con. Dual J-type coils can be wired in series or parallel for wide tonal variation<br />
SSB-4, -5 / Passive Soapbars Ceramic Bar 6.30k 7.30k 9.20KHz 8.10KHz 6/4/7 Two Con. Warm, organic alternative to sterile, stock active soapbars<br />
ASB-BO-4, -5/ Blackouts for Bass Ceramic Bar 8.00KHz 9/5/9 Two Con. • • • Punishing clarity without brittleness; designed rock hard<br />
basslines Active Pickups for 4-string Jazz Bass ® & P-Bass ®<br />
APB-2 / Lightnin’ Rods TM for P-Bass ® Alnico V Rods 6.80KHz 6/4/7 Two Con. Keeps the feel and “airspace” of a vintage P-Bass ® , with faster response<br />
AJJ-2 / Lightnin’ Rods TM for Jazz Bass ® Alnico V Rods 6.80KHz 5.03KHz 6/4/7 Two Con. • • • Keeps the feel and “airspace” of a ‘62, with faster response<br />
APB-1 / Pro-Active TM for P-Bass Ceramic Bar 4.22KHz 6/4/9 Two Con. • • • Modern tone for a P-Bass ® and no brittleness<br />
AJJ-1 / Pro-Active TM for Jazz Bass Ceramic Bar 4.22KHz 3.20KHz 7/4/9 Two Con. • • • A broad tonal response for a Jazz Bass ® but without the brittleness<br />
basslines Passive Pickups for 4-string Jazz Bass ®<br />
SJB-1 / Vintage Alnico V Rods 9.20k 9.50k 5.10KHz 4.90KHz 6/4/6 Single Con. Cloth • • • Authentic repros in sound and appearance<br />
SJB-2 / Hot Alnico V Rods 15.02k 16.60k 4.50KHz 3.80KHz 4/6/4 Single Con. PVC • • • Heavier mid-range emphasis that works great for rock<br />
SJB-3 / Quarter-Pound TM .25” Alnico V 13.90k 14.61k 4.30KHz 3.90KHz 7/3/6 Single Con. PVC • • • Similar to Hot but with harder attack and frequency response<br />
STK-J1 / Classic Stack ® Alnico V Rods 11.60k 20.50k 8.00KHz 7.00KHz 7/5/6 Four Con. • • • Captures the sound & feel of the originals — but without the hum<br />
STK-J2 / Hot Stack Alnico V Rods 17.80k 25.20k 6.90KHz 5.50KHz 6/6/6 Four Con. • • • Similar to Classic Stack — but thicker sounding<br />
basslines Pickups for 5-string Jazz Bass ®<br />
67/70 & 70/74 / 5-String Passive Single Coils Alnico V Rods 7.80k 8.20k 4.80KHz 4.90KHz 6/8/7 Two Con. Shielded Captures the tone, feel and articulation of a ‘62, but for 5-string<br />
SJ5-3 / Quarter-Pound TM for 5-String Jazz Bass ® .25” Alnico V 20.9k 22.2k 5.56KHz 5.65KHz 7/3/6 Two Con. Shielded Same great high output Quarter-Pound tone, for 5-string<br />
AJB-5 / Active 5-String Ceramic Bar 13.0k 8.00k 4.90KHz 6/5/8 Two Con. Shielded Blade-type, higher output, with strong response<br />
SJB-5 / 5-String Stack Ceramic Bar 11.37k 20.11k 5.10KHz 4.90KHz 7/5/7 Two Con. • • • Blade-type, flat response system, best used with Tone Circuits TM<br />
basslines Passive Pickups for P-Bass ®<br />
SPB-1 / Vintage for P-bass ® Alnico V Rods 11.60k 11.60KHz 5/4/5 Single Con. Cloth • • • Warm and woody and vintage correct<br />
SPB-2 / Hot for P-bass ® Alnico V Rods 22.40k 7.14KHz 5/6/5 Single Con. PVC • • • Boosted mids for a rockin’ vibe<br />
SPB-3 / Quarter-Pound TM for P-Bass ® .25” Alnico V 12.50k 10.20KHz 7/4/6 Single Con. PVC • • • Expands the versatility of a single pickup P-Bass ®<br />
SCPB-1 / Vintage for single coil P-Bass ® Alnico V Rods 7.98k 6.00KHz 5/7/7 Single Con. Cloth • • • The real deal. Like going back home<br />
SCPB-2 / Hot for single coil P-Bass ® Alnico V Rods 14.14k 4.30KHz 5/5/8 Single Con. PVC • • • Enhanced mids. Rocks!<br />
SCPB-3 / Quarter-Pound TM for s/c P-Bass ® .25” Alnico V Rods 11.81k 4.50KHz 6/8/8 Single Con. PVC • • • Really expands the versatility of a single pickup bass<br />
basslines Pickups for Rickenbacker ® & Music Man ® Bass<br />
SRB-1N / Rplcmt. for Rickenbacker ® Bass Ceramic Bar 9.0k 11.00KHz 4/4/7 Four Con. • • • The neck is fuller and rounder than original<br />
SRB-1B / Rplcmt. for Rickenbacker ® Bass Alnico V 8.30k 8.00KHz 6/4/7 Four Con. • • • Bridge pickup is hotter, fatter and punchier than original<br />
SMB-4D / 4-String Rplcmt. for Music Man ® Ceramic Bar 2.60k* 9.40KHz** 7/8/6 Four Con. • • • Traditional, powerful, punchy tone with enhanced highs<br />
SMB-4A / 4-Str. Alnico Rplcmt. for Music Man ® Alnico II Rods 4.18k* 9.90KHz** 8/8/5 Four Con. • • • Mid-’70s warmth with punch<br />
SMB-5D / 5-Str. Rplcmt. for Music Man ® Ceramic Bar 2.90k* 7.80KHz** 7/8/6 Four Con. • • • Traditional, powerful, punchy tone with enhanced highs<br />
SMB-5A / 5-Str. Alnico Rplcmt. for Music Man ® Alnico II Rods 5.01k* 8.35KHz** 8/8/5 Four Con. • • • High output for mid-’70s warmth with punch<br />
basslines Steve Bailey Fundamental Fretless (Active Pickups)<br />
AJB-2ASB / Pickup, Preamp System, 4-, 5-Str. Ceramic Bar 8.20KHz 6.80KHz 6/5/7 Two Con. • • • • Enhanced highs make harmonics “pop”<br />
ASB-2ASB / Pickup, Preamp System, 6-Str. Ceramic Bar 8.00KHz 7.10KHz 8/4/7 Two Con. • • • • Same size as ASB-6 “Phase I”<br />
PMS 418/Reference =<br />
C:55 M:42 Y:58 K:3<br />
78<br />
PMS<br />
C:0 M:<br />
PMS 158/Edit<br />
C:0 M:60 Y:94 K<br />
Part Number 910011 Rev. C