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Seymour Duncan TB-16 59/Custom Hybrid, Nickel Cover Pickup vs Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts Humbucker Neck Black Pickup
The TB-16 is a bridge pickup offering hybrid '59/Custom voicing with moderate output and tonal versatility through coil-splitting, while the alt.metal Blackouts is an active neck humbucker engineered specifically for tight, high-output metal tones with low noise. Choose the TB-16 for a balanced, articulate bridge with genre flexibility; choose the Blackouts if you need an aggressive, controlled neck pickup designed for modern metal.
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Seymour Duncan TB-16 59/Custom Hybrid, Nickel Cover Pickup
Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts Humbucker Neck Black Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan TB-16 59/Custom Hybrid, Nickel Cover Pickup | Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts Humbucker Neck Black Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan TB-16 59/Custom Hybrid, Nickel Cover Pickup
- ✓ Hybrid coil design balances warmth and aggression for multiple genres
- ✓ 4-conductor lead enables series/parallel and coil-split switching
- ✓ Moderate output avoids ice-pick highs while maintaining mix clarity
- ✓ Trembucker spacing for guitars with 2"+string width
Why choose Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts Humbucker Neck Black Pickup
- ✓ Active electronics deliver inherently lower noise than passive designs
- ✓ High output with controlled punch engineered for metal and djent
- ✓ Neck voicing prioritizes articulation and harmonic clarity
- ✓ All installation hardware included; straightforward 6-string mount
Frequently asked questions
Can I use both pickups together in the same guitar?
The TB-16 is a bridge pickup and the alt.metal Blackouts is a neck pickup, so yes—they are designed for different positions and could be paired together. However, the TB-16's moderate output and the Blackouts' high active output would create an imbalanced volume relationship between positions that you'd need to manage via amp settings or volume controls.
Which is better for metal?
The alt.metal Blackouts is specifically engineered for modern metal with tight lows, high output, and active noise control. The TB-16 suits metal but is more versatile across hard rock and progressive styles; it excels in metal when paired with appropriate bridge and neck combinations.
What is the key difference in output and dynamics?
The TB-16 has moderate output with balanced treble (8), mid (8), and bass (6) EQ, designed to cut through mixes without harshness. The alt.metal Blackouts delivers high output via active electronics, providing compression, sustain, and controlled punch optimized for dense metal arrangements and fast passages.
Do both pickups require batteries or external power?
The TB-16 is a passive humbucker and requires no power. The alt.metal Blackouts is an active pickup and requires a battery (typically a 9V) and onboard active electronics for operation.