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Seymour Duncan J Loomis set Passive Mount, Black 7-String Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Psyclone Vintage, Gold Cover, SET Pickup
The Jeff Loomis set is a high-output, aggressive humbucker designed for 7-string extended-range metal and djent, while the Psyclone Vintage is a hum-cancelled Filter'Tron-style pickup built for traditional single-coil tone in jazz, blues, and vintage-style guitars. Choose the Loomis for modern heavy music on 7-strings; choose the Psyclone for warm, articulate vintage character on Filter'Tron-routed guitars.
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Seymour Duncan J Loomis set Passive Mount, Black 7-String Pickup
Seymour Duncan Psyclone Vintage, Gold Cover, SET Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan J Loomis set Passive Mount, Black 7-String Pickup | Seymour Duncan Psyclone Vintage, Gold Cover, SET Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $329.00 | $329.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan J Loomis set Passive Mount, Black 7-String Pickup
- ✓ High-output bridge humbucker optimized for palm-muted riffs and aggressive playing
- ✓ Passive mount—no active electronics or external power required
- ✓ Specifically voiced for 7-string instruments and extended-range tunings
- ✓ Punchy midrange and strong pick definition excel in progressive metal and djent
Why choose Seymour Duncan Psyclone Vintage, Gold Cover, SET Pickup
- ✓ Hum-cancelled design eliminates 60-cycle noise without active circuitry
- ✓ Authentic vintage Filter'Tron character with woody fundamentals and warmth
- ✓ Balanced output across neck and bridge for even response across all positions
- ✓ Drop-in replacement for Filter'Tron routing with included hardware
Frequently asked questions
What guitar type does each pickup fit?
The Jeff Loomis set is designed for 7-string guitars with standard humbucker cavities. The Psyclone Vintage fits Filter'Tron-routed guitars (typically vintage Gretsch models or similar) and works with both direct mounting and pickup-ring configurations.
Do either require active circuitry or batteries?
Neither requires active electronics or external power. The Jeff Loomis uses passive mount configuration; the Psyclone Vintage is a passive hum-cancelled design with a single conductor lead wire for standard wiring.
Which is better for high-gain and metal?
The Jeff Loomis set is purpose-built for metal, progressive, and djent with high-output, pronounced midrange, and controlled low end. The Psyclone Vintage is voiced for jazz, blues, and vintage styles and is not ideal for metal applications.
What's the tone character difference?
The Jeff Loomis delivers aggressive, articulate response with strong pick definition and punchy attack. The Psyclone Vintage offers woody fundamentals, vintage warmth, and balanced articulation suited to blues and jazz playing.