Seymour Duncan 78 Model Bridge White Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11104-13-W
Description
Seymour Duncan 78 Model Bridge White Pickup
The Seymour Duncan 78 Model Bridge captures vintage humbucker character with articulate midrange and controlled output that cuts through a mix without dominating it. This medium-output pickup excels in bridge positions where clarity and definition are essential for tracking and mixing, offering a balanced response that translates across genres from blues and rock to classic rock and funk. Hand-built in California, it maintains the exacting standards Seymour Duncan is known for, ensuring consistent performance across sessions.
Tone & Construction
Voiced for vintage character with modern consistency, the 78 Model uses an Alnico II magnet paired with 42-gauge plain enamel wire to achieve warm, articulate output without excessive aggression. The 8.82k output sits in the medium range, delivering clarity and note definition ideal for bridge position recording while maintaining dynamic responsiveness to pick attack and playing dynamics—essential for capturing nuanced performances in the studio.
Installation & Compatibility
A 4-conductor shielded cable provides wiring flexibility for coil-splitting and phase configurations, expanding your sonic palette during recording and mixing sessions. Standard humbucker routing accommodates this pickup in any bridge position, with the four-conductor design enabling advanced switching options for session versatility.
Key Features
- Alnico II magnet
- 8.82k output (medium)
- 42-gauge plain enamel wire
- 4-conductor shielded cable
- Humbucker design for bridge position
- Vintage-voiced character
- Hand-built in California
- Standard humbucker mounting
This bridge pickup combines vintage voicing with the reliability of Seymour Duncan's hand-crafted construction, delivering the classic tone and studio-ready performance that professionals rely on for tracking and mixing.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan 78 Model Bridge is a medium-output vintage-voiced humbucker that cuts through a mix with articulate midrange while staying warm and controlled — perfect for recording blues, rock, and funk where note definition and dynamic responsiveness matter. Built with Alnico II magnets and 42-gauge wire, it sits naturally in the mix without dominating, and the 4-conductor design opens switching and tone-shaping options in the studio. Choose it for a bridge pickup that delivers classic, usable tone with modern hand-crafted consistency.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Funk
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pickup good for metal or high-gain styles?
No — the 78 Model is voiced for blues, rock, classic rock, and funk. Its warm, controlled 8.82k output and vintage character are not designed for metal or djent applications, which typically demand higher output and more aggressive voicing.
What is included with this pickup?
The pickup comes with a 4-conductor shielded cable that enables wiring flexibility for coil-splitting and phase configurations, giving you options for advanced switching if desired.
Will this fit my guitar?
Yes, if your guitar has standard humbucker routing in the bridge position. The 78 Model uses standard humbucker dimensions and mounting, so it installs in any bridge position designed for a humbucker-sized pickup.
What makes this pickup different from the Seymour Duncan 59 Model?
The 78 Model is specifically voiced for bridge position work with articulate midrange and controlled output, while the 59 is typically used in neck positions. Both share vintage character, but the 78's voicing and medium 8.82k output are tailored for clarity and definition in the bridge.
How does the 78 respond to different playing styles?
This pickup has dynamic responsiveness to pick attack and playing dynamics, so it reacts to how hard or soft you play, giving you expressive control and tonal variation across blues, funk, and rock styles.
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