Seymour Duncan APH-1n Alnico II Pro Raw Nickel Rad Gold Msh Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11104-01-RNRc-GM
Description
Seymour Duncan APH-1n Alnico II Pro Neck Pickup — Raw Nickel
The Seymour Duncan APH-1n Alnico II Pro is a neck pickup engineered to capture articulate, balanced response across the frequency spectrum. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, this pickup delivers smooth highs and controlled lows without sacrificing definition—essential for recording clear chord work and lead lines without excessive output muddying your mix.
Tone & Character
Built around an Alnico 2 bar magnet, this pickup produces a warm, vintage-forward character with a resonant peak of 6.7 kHz that emphasizes midrange presence. The EQ voicing of 7 bass / 4 mid / 8 treble creates a scooped low-end and bright top-end that sits naturally in a mix, translating pick dynamics and finger technique with precision during tracking sessions.
Construction & Recording Performance
Hand-potted construction eliminates microphonic feedback for clean, studio-ready recordings. The pickup features a 4-conductor lead wire for flexible wiring configurations, and the nickel-silver bottom plate pairs with the raw nickel cover for consistent tonal behavior across session work.
Key Features
- Alnico 2 bar magnet for warm, vintage response
- DC Resistance: 7.85 kΩ
- Resonant Peak: 6.7 kHz
- EQ: 7 bass / 4 mid / 8 treble
- 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring options
- Nickel-silver bottom plate
- Wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Raw nickel finish with gold mesh cover
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
This APH-1n delivers the balanced, articulate character that defines professional neck-position recordings across rock, blues, and jazz productions.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan APH-1n is a hand-built Alnico II neck pickup that delivers warm, articulate tone with a resonant peak at 6.7 kHz that sits beautifully in a mix—perfect for capturing clear, defined chord work and lead lines in blues, rock, and jazz recordings. Its wax-potted construction eliminates microphonic noise for studio-ready performance, and the balanced EQ (7 bass / 4 mid / 8 treble) creates a scooped low-end and bright top-end that cuts through without harshness. The 4-conductor lead wire enables flexible studio wiring configurations, making it a versatile choice for session work across multiple genres.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What output level does this pickup have?
With a DC resistance of 7.85 kΩ, the APH-1n delivers moderate output balanced for clarity rather than aggression—ideal for blues, rock, and jazz where articulation matters more than high gain.
Is this pickup suitable for metal or drop-tuning genres?
No, this pickup is engineered for balanced, articulate response and is not recommended for metal or djent applications, which typically benefit from higher-output designs with different tonal profiles.
What wiring flexibility does the 4-conductor lead offer?
The 4-conductor lead wire enables multiple wiring configurations, allowing you to customize the pickup's voice for different split, series, or parallel setups in your instrument.
Why is wax potting important for this pickup?
Wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback and squealing, ensuring squeal-free operation that's essential for studio recording and live performance without unwanted noise.
How does the Alnico 2 magnet affect the tone character?
The Alnico 2 bar magnet produces a warm, vintage-forward character with a resonant peak at 6.7 kHz that emphasizes midrange presence—classic neck-position voicing across rock, blues, and jazz.
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