Seymour Duncan 8-String Invader Bridge, Active Mount, Soapbar Pickup
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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
- 11102-31-A-SB-8Str
Description
Seymour Duncan 8-String Invader Bridge, Active Mount, Soapbar Pickup
The Seymour Duncan 8-String Invader Bridge is engineered to capture aggressive, articulate tones across extended-range sessions. This high-output humbucker maintains clarity and definition through dense tunings, cutting through in mixes without muddiness—essential for recording progressive metal, djent, and modern rock material on 8-string guitars.
Tone & Output Character
Built with three large ceramic bar magnets, overwound coils, and extra large pole pieces, this pickup delivers the high-output response needed for extended-range instruments while preserving string-to-string articulation. The vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback and squeal, ensuring controlled, feedback-free recording takes even at extreme gain levels—critical for overdub sessions and punch-heavy productions.
Construction & Compatibility
Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California, this soapbar humbucker features a distinctive black cover with two rows of exposed hex poles for visual impact and magnetic optimization. The Active Mount configuration fits guitars routed for active pickups, while the nickel silver bottom plate and 4-conductor lead wire provide durability and wiring flexibility for coil-splitting or series/parallel switching—ideal for tracking multiple tonal textures across a single session.
Key Features
- Three large ceramic bar magnets
- Overwound coils for high output
- Extra large pole pieces
- Black soapbar cover with two rows of exposed hex poles
- 4-conductor lead wire
- DCR: 22.1K ohms
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance
- Passive humbucker design
- Active Mount configuration
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Designed for 8-string guitars
This purpose-built 8-string bridge pickup combines Seymour Duncan's proven manufacturing standards with the aggressive character and recording clarity required for modern extended-range productions.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan 8-String Invader Bridge is a high-output bridge humbucker designed to capture the articulate, aggressive character essential for modern metal and djent recording on 8-string guitars. Its vacuum wax potting eliminates feedback and microphonic noise, while the overwound coils and large pole pieces deliver punchy, defined tone that sits clearly in dense mixes. This is the choice for producers tracking extended-range riffs that need clarity, control, and a tight low end without muddiness.
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 does 'Active Mount' mean, and will it fit my 8-string?
Active Mount means the pickup is routed for guitars pre-wired for active electronics; it will only fit guitars with active-style cavities. Verify your 8-string's routing before purchasing, or contact the manufacturer to confirm compatibility with your specific instrument.
Is this pickup suitable for blues or jazz on 8-string?
No; this pickup is purpose-built for metal, djent, and progressive rock. Its high output, aggressive character, and tight low end are optimized for heavy playing styles and extended tunings, not the smooth, dynamic response needed for blues or jazz.
What's included, and can I use coil-splitting or series/parallel switching?
The pickup comes ready to install with a 4-conductor lead wire, which supports coil-splitting and series/parallel switching configurations if your guitar's electronics are wired for it. Check your 8-string's wiring harness to confirm those options are available.
How does the Invader compare to the EMG 81/85 or Fishman Fluence Modern?
The Invader is a passive humbucker hand-built by Seymour Duncan with ceramic magnets and vacuum wax potting for squeal-free performance; the EMG is active and requires batteries, while the Fluence Modern offers multi-voice switching. All three deliver high output and articulate tone for heavy music—choose based on whether you prefer passive, active, or multi-voice flexibility.
Will this pickup eliminate feedback at high gain?
The vacuum wax potting and three large ceramic magnets are engineered to minimize microphonic feedback and squeal, even at extreme gain levels. This design supports clean, controlled sustain on 8-string guitars without sacrificing articulation.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $10 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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