Seymour Duncan APH-1b Alnico II Pro Raw Nickel Bdr TShell Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11104-05-RNBc-TS
Description
Seymour Duncan APH-1b Alnico II Pro Raw Nickel Bridge Pickup with Tortoise Shell Cover
The APH-1b Alnico II Pro captures pick articulation and dynamics with clarity, serving as a recording-ready bridge pickup for sessions spanning classic rock, blues, and modern high-gain production. Balanced midrange presence cuts through dense mixes without muddying adjacent instruments, while the moderate output sits naturally alongside overdriven rhythm guitars and compressed vocals. The raw nickel cover with tortoise shell finish maintains the sonic integrity Seymour Duncan engineered into this design while delivering vintage aesthetic character to any tracking setup.
Tone & Performance
Built on an Alnico 2 bar magnet with a nickel silver bottom plate, this pickup balances warmth and clarity across the frequency spectrum. The 8.8 DCR bridge specification positions it in the moderate output range, providing enough gain for overdrive and distortion while retaining definition and string-to-string articulation that high-output designs often sacrifice. In the mix, this translates to articulate lead tones that sustain without sacrificing note separation during fast passages.
Design & Construction
Wax potted construction eliminates microphonic feedback and ensures stable, squeal-free tracking sessions under any playing condition. The 4-conductor lead wire offers flexibility in wiring configurations for coil-splitting and phase options, and this pickup ships with a matching hookup cable for immediate installation. Manufactured in Santa Barbara, California, it meets Seymour Duncan's exacting quality standards.
Key Features
- Alnico 2 bar magnet for balanced tone
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- Raw nickel cover with tortoise shell finish
- Wax potted for squeal-free operation
- 8.8 DCR bridge output specification
- 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring options
- Available in Standard humbucker or Trembucker spacing
- Includes four-conductor hookup cable
- Made in Santa Barbara, California
A session-proven bridge pickup that delivers responsive articulation and tonal character for professional recording with a modern alnico design.
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At a Glance
The APH-1b bridges the gap between warm clarity and controlled articulation, capturing pick dynamics and midrange presence that sit well in a rock or blues mix without mud or excess. Built with Alnico II magnets and moderate 8.8 DCR output, it delivers definition across the frequency spectrum and works equally well in studio sessions where you need responsiveness and vintage character. Wax potting ensures stable, squeal-free tracking during recording, and the 4-conductor lead wire gives you flexibility in how you wire and voice the pickup in post-production.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Extreme Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 8.8 DCR bridge output mean, and will it work for heavier music?
DCR (DC Resistance) is a measure of pickup output; 8.8 is moderate, sitting between vintage and hot pickups. It has enough gain for overdrive and distortion but preserves string articulation and pick definition that very high-output designs lose, making it better suited to classic rock, blues, and modern rock than extreme metal or djent.
What's included, and is the pickup ready to install?
The pickup ships with a 4-conductor hookup cable for immediate installation. You'll need to remove your existing bridge pickup and wire it according to your guitar's configuration (Standard or Trembucker spacing options are available).
How does the Alnico II magnet compare to other Seymour Duncan designs?
Alnico II delivers balanced warmth and clarity across the frequency spectrum, sitting between the vintage character of the '59 and the tighter response of higher-output designs. It's known for capturing pick dynamics and articulation, making it versatile for classic rock, blues, and studio work.
What does wax potting do, and why does it matter?
Wax potting encapsulates the coil to eliminate microphonic feedback and squeal, ensuring stable, noise-free operation under high gain or live conditions. This is especially important for gigging musicians who need dependability night after night.
Will this work with my guitar, and what spacing options are there?
The APH-1b is available in both Standard and Trembucker spacing to fit most humbucker-routed guitars. Check your current pickup dimensions or guitar model to confirm which spacing matches your instrument.
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