11103-50-W vs 11103-50-Z — Compare
Seymour Duncan TB-APH1B Alnico II Trembucker White Pickup vs Seymour Duncan TB-APH1B Alnico II Trembucker Zeb Pickup
Both are identical Seymour Duncan TB-APH1B Alnico II Trembuckers with the same core specs (7.85 kOhm, 6.7 kHz resonance, wax-potted, hand-built), but differ only in color and pole-spacing designation: the White is standard Trembucker spacing (>2.00″ E-to-E), while the Zeb is F-spaced (2 1/16″ E-to-E) for modern wide bridges. Choose the White for traditional or mid-2000s+ guitars; choose the Zeb for contemporary Floyd Rose systems and newer hardware.
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Seymour Duncan TB-APH1B Alnico II Trembucker White Pickup
Seymour Duncan TB-APH1B Alnico II Trembucker Zeb Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan TB-APH1B Alnico II Trembucker White Pickup | Seymour Duncan TB-APH1B Alnico II Trembucker Zeb Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan TB-APH1B Alnico II Trembucker White Pickup
- ✓ Standard Trembucker spacing fits broader range of guitars with expanded bridge spacing
- ✓ Warm, resonant character emphasizes clarity without excessive treble
- ✓ Explicitly compatible with Floyd Rose and similar locking bridges
Why choose Seymour Duncan TB-APH1B Alnico II Trembucker Zeb Pickup
- ✓ F-spaced design optimized specifically for modern wide-string-spacing bridges
- ✓ Tight, focused output excels in high-gain and drop-tuning metal contexts
- ✓ Coil-split wiring options for tonal flexibility on compatible electronics
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Trembucker and F-spaced?
Trembucker is the wider standard spacing (>2.00″ E-to-E); F-spaced is a narrower variant (2 1/16″ E-to-E) designed for bridges with tighter string spacing. Using the wrong spacing can result in poles misaligned with strings, causing tone loss and uneven response.
Are the tone and output identical between the two?
Yes. Both have identical Alnico II magnets, 7.85 kOhm impedance, 6.7 kHz resonance, and wax-potted construction. The only difference is pole spacing and how that affects string alignment on your specific bridge.
Which is better for metal and drop tunings?
Both are suitable for metal and drop tunings due to moderate output and articulate character. The Zeb's F-spacing is optimized for modern bridges found on contemporary metal guitars; the White suits vintage or mid-2000s+ designs with standard Trembucker spacing.
Can I coil-split either pickup?
Both include four-conductor cables that support coil-splitting, but your guitar's electronics must have a switch or pad that supports this wiring. The description explicitly mentions this option for the Zeb.