Seymour Duncan 7-String Distortion Bridge, Active Mount, Soapbar Picku
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11102-21-A-SB-7Str
Description
Seymour Duncan 7-String Distortion Bridge, Active Mount, Soapbar Pickup
The Seymour Duncan 7-String Distortion Bridge captures aggressive, articulate high-gain tones with exceptional clarity across extended-range tracking and recording sessions. This ceramic humbucker is engineered specifically for the bridge position of seven-string guitars, delivering the punch and definition required for heavy production work without losing note separation when stacked with other instruments or processing in the mix.
Tone & Recording Character
A 19.5K DC resistance with 3.77 kHz resonant peak produces focused midrange aggression that sits well in distorted tracking, while the high output level ensures strong signal drive into your interface preamps and recording chain. The ceramic magnet contributes to the tight, percussive response necessary for capturing fast picking articulation and complex chord definition during seven-string sessions.
Construction & Studio Integration
Built in the United States with 4-conductor wiring for maximum recording flexibility and tone-shaping options, this pickup features active mount hardware and a soapbar housing finished in black. The design supports extended-range instruments while maintaining the tonal character that translates effectively to DAW workflows and post-production processing.
Key Features
- Bridge position 7-string humbucker
- Active mount hardware
- Soapbar pickup housing
- Ceramic magnet construction
- 19.5K DC resistance
- 3.77 kHz resonant peak
- High output level
- 4-conductor wiring
- Black finish
- Made in the United States
- SKU: 1611102-21-ASB7
This is a passive humbucker that brings focused aggression and extended-range clarity to any seven-string bridge position application.
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At a Glance
This bridge-position ceramic humbucker brings aggressive, articulate high-gain tones to seven-string recording sessions, with a focused midrange peak and tight low end that cuts through dense mixes without losing note definition. The 19.5K output and percussive ceramic character excel at capturing fast picking and complex chord work in metal and progressive genres, staying tight and defined even under heavy processing. 4-conductor wiring gives you maximum flexibility in the studio for coil-tapping experiments and gain-staging optimization during tracking and overdubs.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pickup right for metal and djent styles?
Yes. The pickup is specifically designed for metal, progressive, and djent applications, with aggressive midrange, high output, and a percussive ceramic response that stays articulate under extreme distortion and drop tunings on seven-string instruments.
What does 'active mount' mean, and is it compatible with my guitar?
Active mount hardware allows the pickup to be mounted directly to the guitar's electronics cavity rather than the pickguard, providing a secure fit on many modern extended-range designs. Confirm your seven-string guitar's bridge cavity dimensions before purchasing to ensure compatibility.
Will this pickup work in positions other than the bridge?
This is engineered specifically for the bridge position of seven-string guitars. Using it in the neck position may produce excessive output and tonal imbalance; a neck-specific pickup is recommended for that application.
What's included, and is any additional wiring required?
The pickup comes with 4-conductor wiring for maximum flexibility, including coil-tap options if your guitar's electronics support them. You may need a soldering iron and basic wiring knowledge to install it, or professional installation is recommended.
How does this compare to the EMG 81 or Fishman Fluence Modern?
The Seymour Duncan offers a ceramic magnet character with focused midrange aggression and a tight percussive response, versus the EMG's ceramic clarity or the Fluence's voicing flexibility. All three are professional-grade high-output options; choice depends on your preferred midrange character and wiring needs.
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