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Seymour Duncan Set, Mustaine Thrash Factor Gold Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup
The Mustaine set is a guitar humbucker pair for metal and hard rock, while the Rex Brown set is a bass PJ pickup system with active electronics. Choose Mustaine for electric guitar thrash and metal; choose Rex Brown if you play bass and want aggressive tone with onboard EQ control.
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Seymour Duncan Set, Mustaine Thrash Factor Gold Pickup
Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Set, Mustaine Thrash Factor Gold Pickup | Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $318.00 | $319.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Set, Mustaine Thrash Factor Gold Pickup
- ✓ High-output bridge humbucker (16.4 kΩ) purpose-built for palm-muted riffs and drop tunings
- ✓ Four-conductor wiring enables series, parallel, and split configurations for tonal flexibility
- ✓ Balanced neck pickup (SH-1n '59 at 8.13 kΩ) maintains clarity on solos without losing aggression
- ✓ Hand-built with Alnico V magnets for rich harmonics and responsive dynamics
Why choose Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup
- ✓ Pre-wired, drop-in installation with no soldering required
- ✓ Switchable 3-band active preamp for independent bass, mid, and treble control
- ✓ Quarter Pounder pickups deliver high output and extended low-end presence ideal for heavy bass
- ✓ Complete hardware package included: potentiometers, battery clip, knobs, and stereo jack
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the Mustaine pickups in non-metal genres?
The set is engineered specifically for thrash metal, hard rock, and heavy music with tight low-end articulation. It is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk, where warmer, less aggressive pickups are typically preferred.
Does the Rex Brown set work in any bass?
The set is PJ-configured and arrives pre-wired for drop-in installation into compatible bass bodies. Your bass must have a standard PJ routing and electronics cavity to accommodate the active preamp harness.
What's the main difference in output between these two products?
Both are high-output signature sets, but the Mustaine bridge (16.4 kΩ) is tuned for articulate guitar aggression, while the Rex Brown Quarter Pounder P and J pickups prioritize extended bass frequencies and heavy playing dynamics on bass.
Which requires more technical skill to install?
The Mustaine pickups require standard guitar pickup installation and optional rewiring for different configurations. The Rex Brown set arrives fully assembled and pre-wired, making it suitable for users who want to avoid soldering.