Seymour Duncan APH-2s Slash Alnico II Pro Humbucker Black, Set Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11104-08-B
Description
Seymour Duncan APH-2s Slash Alnico II Pro Humbucker Set, Black
The Seymour Duncan APH-2s Slash Alnico II Pro set captures the thick, articulate voice that defined one of rock's most recognizable tones. Hand-built with premium materials and voiced for both clarity and sustain, these uncovered humbuckers record with impressive dynamics across the entire frequency spectrum. This is a direct-replacement set engineered for producers and engineers tracking players who demand vintage character with modern consistency.
Tone & Frequency Response
The bridge and neck pair produce complementary frequency responses—the bridge resonant peak at 6 kHz cuts through in dense mixes while the neck peaks at 6.4 kHz for a balanced, articulate voice across both positions in session contexts. DC resistance measurements of 8.9k ohms (bridge) and 8.3k ohms (neck) yield a moderate output capable of sustaining power without sacrificing note definition, supported by an EQ profile of 7 Bass / 5 Mid / 8 Treble that emphasizes upper-end clarity for precise tracking and mixing.
Construction & Design
Each pickup features hand-built construction with a nickel silver bottom plate, single-conductor braided lead wire, wooden maple spacer, and wax potting for superior shielding and durability in the studio environment. Long-legged base plates accommodate standard Gibson-style mounting, while the uncovered design allows full magnetic coupling for maximum responsiveness and tonal complexity during recording sessions.
Key Features
- Passive humbucker set (neck and bridge)
- Alnico II magnet construction
- Bridge DC resistance: 8.9k ohms
- Neck DC resistance: 8.3k ohms
- Hand-built with nickel silver bottom plate
- Single-conductor braided shield wiring
- Wooden maple spacer with paper tape
- Wax potted for noise rejection
- Long-legged base plates
- Uncovered design
- Neck resonant peak: 6.4 kHz
- Bridge resonant peak: 6 kHz
The APH-2s delivers the aggressive articulation and harmonic complexity essential for capturing powerful rock recordings.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan APH-2s Slash Alnico II Pro Humbuckers are a hand-built passive set engineered to capture thick, articulate tones with impressive harmonic complexity and upper-end clarity—ideal for tracking hard rock, classic rock, and blues where presence and note definition matter equally. The bridge and neck pair produce complementary frequency responses (resonant peaks at 6 kHz and 6.4 kHz respectively) that sit distinctly in a mix while moderate output (8.9k and 8.3k ohms) lets you dial in aggression without losing articulation across a wide dynamic range. Choose these for session work and recording when you need a versatile rock voice that sustains power and translates to tape with clarity and harmonic depth.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Classic Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What guitar types do these pickups fit?
The APH-2s feature long-legged base plates designed for standard Gibson-style mounting. Confirm your guitar uses Gibson humbucker spacing and wiring before purchasing.
How do the bridge and neck models differ?
The bridge (8.9k ohms) peaks at 6 kHz for cutting presence, while the neck (8.3k ohms) peaks at 6.4 kHz for balanced articulation. Both are voiced to work together across the frequency spectrum.
Are these pickups too hot for blues and classic rock, or do they work across genres?
The moderate output and EQ profile (7 Bass / 5 Mid / 8 Treble) emphasize upper-end clarity and articulation, making them suitable for hard rock and rock while maintaining note definition for blues. They are not voiced for jazz or folk applications.
What does uncovered mean, and does it affect durability?
Uncovered means no plastic cover surrounds the coils, allowing maximum magnetic coupling and responsiveness. Hand-built construction, nickel silver base plates, wooden maple spacers, and wax potting provide superior shielding and durability for live and studio use.
What output level should I expect?
DC resistance of 8.9k ohms (bridge) and 8.3k ohms (neck) yields moderate output capable of sustaining power without sacrificing note definition across dynamics.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $18 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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