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Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt Neck Pickup vs Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String Passive Mount Neck Pickup
The ActMt is an active soapbar with battery-powered electronics requiring no soldering, while the Passive Mount is also active but uses a traditional passive soapbar mount with Alnico 5 magnets. The ActMt suits players wanting plug-and-play simplicity; the Passive Mount is better for those prioritizing magnet-based tone character and traditional mounting.
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Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt Neck Pickup
Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String Passive Mount Neck Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt Neck Pickup | Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String Passive Mount Neck Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145.00 | $145.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt Neck Pickup
- ✓ No soldering required—drop-in installation with quick-connector cables
- ✓ Complete active electronics package included and pre-configured
- ✓ Aggressive, high-gain voice cuts through the densest tunings
Why choose Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String Passive Mount Neck Pickup
- ✓ Alnico 5 magnet delivers responsive, defined midrange tone
- ✓ Passive soapbar mount integrates into standard 7-string cavities
- ✓ Made in Santa Barbara, USA with tight low-noise control across dynamics
Frequently asked questions
What's the main difference between 'ActMt' and 'Passive Mount'?
ActMt uses an active soapbar configuration with integrated active electronics and quick-connector cables. Passive Mount is also active-design but uses a traditional passive soapbar mount and Alnico 5 magnets for tone coloration. Both require a 9V battery.
Do either require soldering?
The ActMt explicitly eliminates soldering with its quick-connector cable system. The Passive Mount includes a complete wiring package but uses standard connections; the description does not explicitly state whether soldering is required.
Which has more defined, articulate tone?
Both are articulate, but the Passive Mount emphasizes defined midrange presence via its Alnico 5 magnet, while the ActMt prioritizes aggressive cutting power. The Passive Mount is better suited to lead work requiring precision tracking.
Are these compatible with my existing 7-string setup?
Both are 7-string neck pickups with quick-connector cables and should integrate with standard active pickup wiring. The Passive Mount's soapbar mount is designed for modern 7-string cavities without modification.