Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt Neck 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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- 11106-150-A-SB-7str
Description
Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt Neck Pickup
The Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt neck pickup captures aggressive, articulate high-gain tones engineered for extended-range instruments. This active soapbar design cuts through dense mixes with clarity and definition, making it essential for tracking modern metal and djent on 7-string guitars in the studio.
Active Electronics & Installation
This pickup operates as a 9V battery-powered active system, eliminating the need for soldering during installation. The complete package includes all necessary components: potentiometers, hardware, quick-connector cables, capacitor, output jack, battery clip, and connecting wire—allowing for straightforward drop-in integration into your session setup.
Compatibility & Connectivity
The active quick-connector cable system ensures seamless compatibility with existing Seymour Duncan active pickup wiring and other standard active pickup cables. This standardized connection approach simplifies troubleshooting and future modifications without requiring additional soldering work.
Key Features
- Active soapbar mount for 7-string guitars
- Requires 9V battery power
- No soldering required for installation
- Includes pots and complete hardware package
- Quick-connector cable system for hassle-free wiring
- Compatible with existing active pickup quick-connector cables
- Includes capacitor and output jack
- Battery clip and connecting wire included
- Engineered for high-gain and extended-range applications
- Drop-in soapbar design for standard pickup routes
The alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt neck pickup combines proven active circuitry with comprehensive installation hardware, delivering the aggressive tone and reliability needed for professional extended-range recording sessions.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt neck pickup is an active soapbar designed to capture aggressive, articulate high-gain tones with excellent clarity and definition in dense mixes, making it ideal for metal and djent recording sessions. The complete wiring package—potentiometers, quick-connector cables, capacitor, output jack, battery clip, and connecting wire—means drop-in installation without soldering, letting you focus on capturing tone. Choose this for studio work on 7-string guitars when you need punchy, defined articulation that sits well in heavy arrangements.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the box?
The complete package includes the active pickup, potentiometers, hardware, quick-connector cables, capacitor, output jack, battery clip, and connecting wire. No additional soldering or components are required for installation.
Does this pickup require soldering?
No. The active quick-connector cable system and complete hardware package allow for straightforward drop-in installation without any soldering work.
What genres and tunings is this pickup best suited for?
This pickup is engineered for metal, djent, progressive, and drop-tuning applications on extended-range instruments. It is not designed for jazz, blues, or folk playing styles.
How does this compare to other active metal pickups?
The alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt uses active soapbar technology similar to the EMG 81/85 and competes with the DiMarzio Crunch Lab and Fishman Fluence Modern, delivering aggressive articulation and high-gain clarity optimized for extended-range metal and djent.
What power source does this pickup use?
The pickup operates on a single 9V battery, which is included with the battery clip and connecting wire in the complete package.
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