Seymour Duncan APH-2n Slash Alnico II Pro Humbucker Reverse Zebra Pick
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Description
Seymour Duncan APH-2n Slash Alnico II Pro Humbucker Reverse Zebra Pickup
The APH-2n delivers a balanced, articulate voice engineered for neck position recording clarity without sacrificing warmth. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, this Alnico II-based humbucker captures the midrange presence and compressed dynamics that translate beautifully to tape and digital formats, making it an excellent choice for producers and engineers tracking defined note separation and sustain in lead and rhythm positions.
Tone & Electronics
The 7.92 kΩ DC resistance and 6.4 kHz resonant peak produce a tonally balanced output with emphasis on the midrange, translating to clean, focused recordings across a variety of session contexts. The 7/5/8 EQ rating (Bass/Midrange/Treble) ensures articulate clarity when blended with other instruments in the mix without introducing harshness through the signal chain. This combination yields smooth sustain with controlled upper midrange presence, sitting naturally in both rhythm and lead tracking scenarios in rock and blues sessions.
Design & Construction
Built with an Alnico II bar magnet, nickel silver bottom plate with long mounting legs, and wax potting for feedback control, the APH-2n employs time-tested materials that promote natural resonance and reliability during multitrack recording. The single conductor braided lead wire and maple spacer complete a construction approach focused on tonal coherence and consistent performance across sessions.
Key Features
- DC Resistance: 7.92 kΩ (Neck position)
- Resonant Peak: 6.4 KHz
- EQ: 7 Bass / 5 Midrange / 8 Treble
- Magnet Type: Alnico II Bar
- Bottom Plate: Nickel silver with long mounting legs
- Lead Wire: Single conductor braided shield
- Spacer: Maple
- Potting: Wax potted for feedback reduction
- Covering: Reverse Zebra
- Position: Neck (APH-2n)
- Handcrafted in Santa Barbara
The APH-2n Reverse Zebra functions as a versatile neck pickup engineered for recording sessions requiring clarity, sustain, and authentic vintage-informed tone that captures and translates through modern production workflows.
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At a Glance
The APH-2n is a hand-crafted Alnico II neck pickup that captures compressed midrange dynamics and smooth sustain, perfect for recording lead parts and rhythm layers in classic rock and blues sessions. Its articulate 6.4 kHz resonant peak and balanced 7/5/8 EQ curve sit well in a stereo mix, providing definition without brittleness, and the wax potting ensures consistent tone session to session. Choose it when you need a neck pickup that lets every note breathe in the mix while delivering the warm, controlled aggression that defines timeless rock recordings.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Lead playing
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck position does this pickup fit, and what guitar types are compatible?
The APH-2n is a neck-position humbucker designed for standard dual-humbucker guitars. The nickel silver bottom plate with long mounting legs accommodates most humbucker routing; verify your guitar accepts 49.2 mm width humbuckers before ordering.
How does the APH-2n compare to the Seymour Duncan '59 or Gibson 490T?
The APH-2n sits between the '59 and 490T in output and resonance—it emphasizes midrange clarity and articulation more than the '59's warm bloom, while delivering less aggression than the 490T, making it a balanced choice for both lead and rhythm rock and blues.
Will this pickup work for metal or djent styles?
No, the APH-2n is voiced for classic rock and blues with controlled upper midrange and compressed dynamics; metal and djent players typically need higher-output pickups with more treble and aggression than this design provides.
What does Reverse Zebra covering mean?
Reverse Zebra refers to the coil winding pattern and visual striping—in this case, a reverse-wound, reverse-polarity configuration in neck position that typically pairs with a standard-wound bridge pickup for hum cancellation and tonal balance when both pickups are blended.
Is wax potting important for feedback control?
Yes, wax potting reduces microphonic feedback by dampening coil vibration, which is essential for sustain-focused lead playing and high-gain amplifier use where unpotted pickups can produce unwanted squealing or noise.
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