Seymour Duncan 7 Str, Nazgûl\Sentient Matte Black Pickup Set
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11108-96-B7
Description
Seymour Duncan 7-String Nazgûl/Sentient Matte Black Pickup Set
This matched pair captures aggressive, articulate high-output performance engineered specifically for 7-string extended-range instruments in the studio and live recording contexts. The Nazgûl bridge pickup and Sentient neck pickup combine complementary voicings and construction methods to maintain clarity and definition across heavy tunings and dynamic playing styles in your mix. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, these pickups are vacuum wax potted for eliminated microphonics and reliable squeal-free operation in high-gain recording sessions.
Tonal Characteristics & Studio Tracking Performance
The Nazgûl (bridge) uses a ceramic bar magnet and punchy 16.52 kΩ DC resistance with a 4.28 kHz resonant peak for aggressive low-end punch and defined attack in dense mixes, while the Sentient (neck) pairs Alnico V rod magnets with 9.2 kΩ resistance and a 5.57 kHz resonant peak for articulate, responsive upper-midrange clarity that cuts through production elements. The bridge pickup's EQ profile (5/9/8 bass/mid/treble) emphasizes midrange aggression for tracking rhythm tracks, while the neck's (4/3/8) prioritizes treble definition with scooped mids—this combination maintains separation between pickups and tracks without sacrificing cohesion across your session.
Construction & Session Flexibility
Both pickups feature nickel silver bottom plates, four-conductor lead wiring for flexible coil-splitting and series/parallel configuration options to adapt to different recording scenarios, and vacuum wax potting for noise-free performance across any recording conditions. Passive humbucker design ensures straightforward installation into standard 7-string cavities without preamp requirements, streamlining your setup workflow.
Key Features
- Nazgûl bridge pickup: 16.52 kΩ DC resistance with ceramic bar magnet
- Nazgûl resonant peak: 4.28 KHz for aggressive midrange
- Nazgûl EQ: 5 bass / 9 mid / 8 treble
- Sentient neck pickup: 9.2 kΩ DC resistance with Alnico V rod magnets
- Sentient resonant peak: 5.57 KHz for articulate upper mids
- Sentient EQ: 4 bass / 3 mid / 8 treble
- Four-conductor wiring on both pickups for coil-splitting and series/parallel options
- Nickel silver bottom plates for shielding and resonance control
- Vacuum wax potted for microphonic-free, squeal-free operation
- Passive high-output humbucker design
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA factory
- Matte black finish
This set provides the tonal separation and high-output clarity required for tracking modern extended-range material while maintaining the cohesive voicing essential for a balanced, mix-ready instrument performance.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Nazgûl/Sentient 7-string set delivers complementary voicings—punchy low-end aggression from the bridge and articulate upper-mid clarity from the neck—that maintain separation and definition during tracking and mixing without requiring external preamps. Vacuum wax potting eliminates noise and feedback, and four-conductor wiring opens coil-splitting and series/parallel options for recording versatility across metal, djent, and progressive sessions. Choose this matched pair to capture tight, aggressive tones that sit clearly in a dense mix without losing articulation or attack.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What tunings and instruments are these pickups designed for?
These pickups are engineered specifically for 7-string extended-range guitars and maintain clarity and definition across heavy tunings. The matched voicing and high-output design handle the demanding frequency demands of metal, djent, and progressive playing.
Can I coil-split or configure these pickups differently?
Yes, both pickups feature four-conductor lead wiring that allows for flexible coil-splitting and series/parallel configuration options, giving you tonal versatility without requiring modification to the cores themselves.
Will these pickups feedback or squeal in high-gain contexts?
No, both pickups are vacuum wax potted for microphonic-free operation and engineered for squeal-free performance under any high-gain conditions. The construction method and potting process eliminate noise that can occur in passive designs.
Do I need a preamp or special electronics to use these pickups?
No, these are passive humbucker pickups that drop directly into standard 7-string cavities without any preamp or active electronics required. They work with your existing wiring and controls.
How do the bridge and neck pickups differ tonally?
The Nazgûl bridge (16.52 kΩ ceramic magnet) emphasizes aggressive low-end punch and midrange aggression, while the Sentient neck (9.2 kΩ Alnico V) provides articulate upper-midrange clarity with scooped mids. Together they maintain separation and cohesion across extended-range tunings.
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