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Seymour Duncan AS-1s, Blackouts, Hot Strat, Black Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Jimi Hendrix Signature Strat Set, White Pickup
The AS-1S Blackouts are aggressive, modern active pickups designed for high-gain metal and drop tunings with selectable output modes, while the Jimi Hendrix Signature set are passive vintage-voiced pickups optimized for blues, rock, and studio clarity. Choose Blackouts for modern heavy music; choose Hendrix Signatures for classic blues-rock and articulate clean tones.
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Seymour Duncan AS-1s, Blackouts, Hot Strat, Black Pickup
Seymour Duncan Jimi Hendrix Signature Strat Set, White Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan AS-1s, Blackouts, Hot Strat, Black Pickup | Seymour Duncan Jimi Hendrix Signature Strat Set, White Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $345.00 | $345.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan AS-1s, Blackouts, Hot Strat, Black Pickup
- ✓ Active design with dual-pin switchable output modes for moderate or high-gain aggression
- ✓ Engineered specifically for drop tunings, metal, and hard rock genres
- ✓ Higher resonant peaks (4.80 kHz and 6.40 kHz) for cutting, defined highs and modern bite
- ✓ Includes 25K pots and battery clip for complete active system setup
Why choose Seymour Duncan Jimi Hendrix Signature Strat Set, White Pickup
- ✓ Handcrafted with period-correct Alnico 5 magnets for vintage warmth and singing sustain
- ✓ Reverse magnet stagger ensures even, responsive fretboard feel across all positions
- ✓ Excels at both crystalline clean tones and driven lead work without excessive aggression
- ✓ Non-RWRP middle pickup maintains traditional hum characteristics for authentic Strat response
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these pickups if I play both blues and metal?
The Blackouts are explicitly not ideal for blues and are designed for metal and hard rock. The Hendrix Signatures are not recommended for metal or djent. If you play both genres seriously, these sets are optimized for different styles; your choice depends on which genre is primary.
What's the main tonal difference between active and passive pickups?
The AS-1S Blackouts use active electronics with a battery to boost output and reduce noise, offering switchable moderate or high-gain modes. The Hendrix Signatures are passive pickups relying on magnet and coil interaction alone, delivering more vintage character but less output boost.
Do either require modification to install in a standard Stratocaster?
Both sets drop into standard single-coil Stratocaster routes without modification. The Blackouts require 25K pots and include a battery clip for active operation; the Hendrix Signatures install with standard wiring.
Which set is better for recording in a studio?
The Jimi Hendrix Signatures are listed as ideal for studio sessions and deliver crystalline cleans with responsive character. The Blackouts are designed for metal and high-gain applications, making them better suited for heavy studio work than versatile studio recording.