Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Bridge Humbucker Reverse Zebra Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11102-15-RZ
Description
Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Bridge Humbucker Reverse Zebra Pickup
The Alex Skolnick Bridge Humbucker is engineered to capture articulate, midrange-forward transients that sit distinctly in dense mixes without sacrificing harmonic complexity. This signature model channels the precision and tonal clarity needed for high-definition recording and tracking, making it excellent for capturing definition across both clean and high-gain sessions.
Tone & Electromagnetic Design
Built with Alnico 5 rough-cast magnets, this pickup emphasizes midrange frequencies while maintaining strong harmonic clarity across the spectrum. The 17.7k ohms DC resistance provides a hot output suited for bridge positioning, delivering aggressive attack and sustain with tight low-end for tracking and mixing clarity.
Construction & Reliability
Each pickup is handbuilt in Santa Barbara, California and vacuum wax potted to eliminate microphonic feedback and squeal—critical for clean recording layers and isolated tracking sessions. The 4-conductor wiring enables flexible coil-splitting and phasing options, expanding sonic palette across multitrack arrangements and mix-down options.
Key Features
- DC Resistance: 17.7k ohms (Bridge)
- Magnet Type: Alnico 5 Rough Cast
- 4-Conductor Cable for coil-splitting capability
- Wound hot with midrange emphasis
- Reverse Zebra aesthetic cover design
- Handbuilt in Santa Barbara, California
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance
- Signature model designed by Alex Skolnick
- Bridge-position optimized output and response
A refined bridge humbucker engineered for producers and engineers tracking sessions that demand clarity, cut, and articulation in recorded tone.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Bridge Humbucker brings precision midrange definition and harmonic clarity to studio tracking and mixing, excelling in dense arrangements where cut and articulation matter most. Its 17.7k ohm output and Alnico 5 magnets deliver aggressive attack without muddiness, making it equally at home in polished clean tones or driven sessions. The 4-conductor wiring opens coil-splitting and phasing possibilities for layering and creative blending in the mix.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this pickup different from a standard bridge humbucker?
The Alex Skolnick model emphasizes midrange frequencies with 17.7k ohms of output and Alnico 5 rough-cast magnets, delivering articulate cut and harmonic complexity without sacrificing clarity in high-gain contexts. It is wound hot specifically for bridge positioning and designed to cut through dense mixes.
Can I use coil-splitting with this pickup?
Yes, the 4-conductor wiring allows flexible coil-splitting and phasing options, giving you expanded sonic versatility from a single pickup without additional modifications.
Is this pickup handmade, and how is it protected against feedback?
Each pickup is handbuilt in Santa Barbara, California and vacuum wax potted to eliminate microphonic feedback and squeal, ensuring reliable, squeal-free performance on stage or in the studio.
What guitar styles and genres does this pickup suit best?
The midrange-focused voice and hot bridge output make it excellent for rock, metal, and fusion players seeking definition and cut in both clean and high-gain contexts, particularly in dense mixes where articulation is critical.
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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