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Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot, Nickel Cover, SET Pickup vs Seymour Duncan NYC Bass set 4 Strg Pickup
The Psyclone Hot is a guitar pickup for metal and hard rock; the NYC Bass is a four-string bass pickup set for funk and live performance. They are designed for completely different instruments and genres, so the choice depends entirely on whether you play guitar or bass.
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Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot, Nickel Cover, SET Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot, Nickel Cover, SET Pickup | Seymour Duncan NYC Bass set 4 Strg Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $309.00 | $309.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot, Nickel Cover, SET Pickup
- ✓ Aggressive output and midrange punch cut through dense mixes in metal and rock
- ✓ Hum-cancelling design ensures clean signal with minimal noise
- ✓ Flexible mounting options support both direct mount and pickup-ring installation
Why choose Seymour Duncan NYC Bass set 4 Strg Pickup
- ✓ Dual-coil J-type design delivers articulate, focused tone for bass with clarity across registers
- ✓ Balanced output across neck and bridge pickups (18.72 kΩ and 21.43 kΩ) maintains consistent response
- ✓ Three wiring modes offer tonal flexibility for studio and live applications
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these pickups interchangeably?
No. The Psyclone Hot is a guitar pickup with a single-coil Filter'Tron design, while the NYC Bass is a dual-coil J-type bass pickup set. They are engineered for different instruments and cannot be swapped.
Which pickup is better for metal?
The Psyclone Hot is designed specifically for metal and hard rock, offering aggressive output and articulate midrange punch. The NYC Bass is engineered for bass guitar and is not suitable for lead guitar applications.
Do these pickups require special installation?
The Psyclone Hot supports both direct mounting and standard pickup-ring installation with included hardware. The NYC Bass fits standard DC 40 bass routing without modification and includes four-conductor cable.
What is the output difference between these pickups?
The Psyclone Hot has a DCR of 12.29, while the NYC Bass neck measures 18.72 kΩ and bridge measures 21.43 kΩ. These are measured differently because they serve different instruments and cannot be directly compared.