Seymour Duncan APH-2n Slash Alnico II Pro Humbucker Zebra Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11104-06-Z
Description
Seymour Duncan APH-2n Slash Alnico II Pro Humbucker Zebra Pickup
The APH-2n is Slash's neck pickup signature, engineered to capture articulate, dynamic response without sacrificing the warmth and sustain that defines his tone. This hand-built Alnico II humbucker balances clarity in the midrange with controlled lows, making it equally effective for searing lead lines and rhythmic chording in the mix. Built to exacting standards in California, it's a direct reflection of decades spent refining what a professional-grade neck pickup should be for recording and live sessions.
Tone & Performance
The 7.92 kΩ DC resistance and 6.4 kHz resonant peak deliver a midrange-forward character with articulate note definition—ideal for neck position tracking where clarity and separation matter in dense arrangements. The 7/5/8 EQ curve (Bass/Mid/Treble) emphasizes mids while keeping lows controlled and highs present, ensuring the pickup cuts through a mix without muddiness even at elevated recording or monitoring levels.
Construction & Materials
Hand-built in California using nickel silver base plate, Alnico II magnets, and a wooden spacer, this pickup employs traditional construction methods for tonal consistency across sessions and overdubs. The single-conductor braided shield lead wire minimizes noise floor and EMI while the wax potting prevents microphonic feedback—critical for clean studio recordings and reliable signal integrity.
Key Features
- DC Resistance: 7.92 kΩ (neck specification)
- Resonant Peak: 6.4 kHz
- Magnet Type: Alnico II
- Pickup Type: Passive Humbucker, 6-String
- EQ Curve: 7/5/8 (Bass/Mid/Treble)
- Wiring: Single-conductor with braided shield
- Base Plate: Nickel silver with long-legged bottom plate
- Spacer: Wooden construction
- Potting: Wax potted for feedback elimination
- Finish: Zebra (mixed nickel silver and black covers)
- Hand-built in California
A purpose-built neck pickup for recording engineers and producers who demand articulate response and professional tonal consistency in a signature-series design.
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At a Glance
The APH-2n neck pickup is engineered to sit clearly in a mix with its midrange-forward 6.4 kHz resonant peak and 7/5/8 EQ curve, making it ideal for capturing articulate lead work and layered rhythm parts in the studio without phase issues or muddiness. Hand-built with Alnico II magnets and wax potting, it integrates smoothly into multi-take sessions and overdubs where consistent tone across takes is essential. Choose this for studio work that demands neck-position clarity, whether tracking hard rock, blues, or high-gain rock that needs definition without sacrificing sustain.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the APH-2n different from other Seymour Duncan humbuckers?
The APH-2n is Slash's signature neck pickup, optimized for articulate midrange response with a 6.4 kHz resonant peak and 7/5/8 EQ curve that keeps lows controlled while maintaining present highs. This balance is specifically tuned for neck-position clarity and dynamic response without muddiness, distinguishing it from bridge-focused designs like the JB Jr.
Is this pickup suitable for studio recording?
Yes. The articulate midrange and controlled low end make it effective for capturing clean note definition during studio sessions, whether for lead overdubs or layered rhythm tracking in hard rock, blues, and rock genres.
What is the DC resistance and what does that mean for my tone?
At 7.92 kΩ, the APH-2n has moderate-to-high output with emphasis on midrange articulation rather than extreme treble brightness, delivering a balanced tone suitable for both clean and overdriven applications.
Is this a neck or bridge pickup?
This is a neck-position pickup, engineered for clarity and separation in the upper frets while maintaining warmth and sustain for chording and melodic work.
What genres does this pickup work best in?
The APH-2n excels in hard rock, rock, blues, and studio sessions where articulate response and controlled dynamics are priorities; it is not recommended for folk or country applications.
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