Seymour Duncan AHB-1S Original Blackouts Neck/Bridge Pickup Set Gold C
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Seymour Duncan AHB-1S Original Blackouts Neck/Bridge Pickup Set Gold Cover
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- 11106-32-Gc
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Seymour Duncan AHB-1S Original Blackouts Neck/Bridge Pickup Set Gold Cover
The Original Blackouts deliver aggressive, articulate high-output tone with controlled dynamics and tight low-end response—ideal for capturing punchy, defined recordings across rock, metal, and heavy genres. This active humbucker set pairs a ceramic magnet bridge pickup with an alnico neck pickup, creating balanced tonal character across the neck while maintaining the clarity and punch needed to cut through dense mixes. The gold covers add visual distinction to any instrument.
Active Electronics & Studio Integration
Built on 9-volt active technology, these humbuckers require battery power to operate and produce consistent output with minimal noise floor—critical for clean tracking and layering in the studio. The included quick-connector cables and battery clip make installation and swapping straightforward, and the integrated preamp circuitry ensures reliable, predictable performance across a wide range of playing dynamics and session demands.
Magnet Configuration & Mix-Ready Tone
The bridge pickup uses a ceramic magnet for aggressive bite and high output that records with clarity and punch, while the neck pickup employs an alnico magnet to preserve warmth and articulation in lower registers—perfect for rhythm work and sustain-heavy passages. This asymmetrical magnet pairing optimizes each position for its intended sonic role without sacrificing coherence, making both positions equally useful in a mix.
Key Features
- 9-volt active humbucker design
- Bridge pickup with ceramic magnet
- Neck pickup with alnico magnet
- Neck and bridge pickup set included
- Gold cover finish
- Quick-connector cables included
- Potentiometers included
- Hardware and mounting components included
- Capacitor included
- Output jack included
- Battery clip included
- Wiring harness included
The Original Blackouts are a complete drop-in solution for producers and engineers seeking high-output active tone with proven reliability, consistent articulation, and no compromises on note definition across tracking and mixing sessions.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The AHB-1S Original Blackouts are active humbuckers engineered to cut through dense mixes with controlled, articulate high-output tone and a tight low-end that won't disappear into a production. The ceramic/alnico magnet split ensures definition at both pickup positions, making them ideal for recording heavy guitar parts, metal sessions, or any project where clarity and controlled dynamics matter more than warmth. The 9-volt active circuit delivers a consistent noise floor, so your recordings stay clean even at high-gain settings.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in this set, and is installation straightforward?
This is a complete drop-in set that includes both neck and bridge pickups, quick-connector cables, battery clip, potentiometers, wiring harness, capacitor, output jack, and all mounting hardware. The quick-connector design makes installation accessible without requiring extensive soldering experience.
Do these pickups require a battery, and what's the maintenance like?
Yes, the AHB-1S uses 9-volt active electronics, so a 9V battery powers the preamp circuitry. The included battery clip makes connection simple, and active pickups generally offer consistent output and lower noise than passive designs, though you'll need to monitor battery life during regular use.
How do these compare to other active sets like EMG or Fishman Fluence?
The Original Blackouts use an asymmetrical magnet design (ceramic bridge, alnico neck) to balance aggression with articulation across the neck. They're known for tight low-end and controlled dynamics; compared to EMG's more uniform tone, the Blackouts preserve more harmonic complexity while maintaining the high output and noise rejection that active designs provide.
Are these pickups suitable for styles outside metal and hard rock?
The Blackouts are engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, djent, and drop tunings. Their aggressive character and high output are less suited to jazz, blues, or folk—those genres benefit more from warmer, lower-output designs that emphasize sustain and dynamics over clarity and bite.
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