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Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scarlet Neck 8St Black Cover Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scourge Bridge 8St Black Cover Pickup
The Scarlet is a neck pickup optimized for articulate clean tones and note clarity, while the Scourge is a high-output bridge pickup built for aggressive, treble-focused riffing and attack definition. Choose the Scarlet if you prioritize clean lead tones and coil-split versatility in the neck position; choose the Scourge if you need maximum output and pick attack for heavy riffing in the bridge.
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Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scarlet Neck 8St Black Cover Pickup
Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scourge Bridge 8St Black Cover Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scarlet Neck 8St Black Cover Pickup | Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scourge Bridge 8St Black Cover Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $195.00 | $195.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scarlet Neck 8St Black Cover Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position design captures articulate lead lines and clean tones without sacrificing punch
- ✓ Lower treble EQ (9.2 vs. 8.5) maintains warmth while staying defined
- ✓ 4-conductor coil-split capability adds tonal flexibility
- ✓ Ceramic magnet keeps response tight and controlled for extended-range clarity
Why choose Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scourge Bridge 8St Black Cover Pickup
- ✓ High 77.0 output rated specifically for aggressive bridge-position riffing
- ✓ Balanced midrange (4.5) keeps fundamental present even in saturated gain
- ✓ Treble-focused EQ curve (8.5/8.6/8.5) emphasizes pick attack and definition
- ✓ Alnico 8 magnets deliver aggressive articulation across all eight strings
Frequently asked questions
Can I use both pickups together in the same guitar?
Yes. The Scarlet is a neck-position design and the Scourge is a bridge-position design, so they are intended to complement each other in an extended-range 8-string setup. Together they provide articulate neck tones and aggressive bridge output.
Which has more output?
The Scourge Bridge has significantly higher output at 77.0 compared to the Scarlet Neck, which is tuned for note definition and clarity rather than raw volume. The Scourge is optimized for heavy riffing; the Scarlet for clean articulation.
What is the difference in magnet type and why does it matter?
The Scarlet uses ceramic magnets for tight, controlled response and clean tone definition. The Scourge uses Alnico 8 magnets for warmer, more aggressive articulation and natural breakup. Ceramic offers clarity; Alnico offers character and sustain.
Do both pickups support coil-splitting?
Both have 4-conductor wiring which enables coil-splitting in compatible guitars. This gives you series/parallel/split configuration options on either pickup for added tonal range.