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 set brings thick, articulate character to recording sessions with complementary bridge and neck voicings that sit well in dense mixes. The 7/5/8 EQ profile (Bass/Mid/Treble) emphasizes upper-end clarity while maintaining tight low-end response, making these pickups versatile for overdubs, rhythm layers, and lead recording across rock and metal genres. Hand-built with superior shielding and wax potting, they record with impressive dynamics and harmonic complexity without excessive noise.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Blues
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What guitars do these pickups fit?
The APH-2s features long-legged base plates designed for standard Gibson-style mounting, making them a direct replacement for most Gibson and Gibson-compatible guitars.
Are these pickups good for both clean and distorted tones?
Yes. The moderate output (8.9k bridge / 8.3k neck) and upper-midrange EQ (7 Bass / 5 Mid / 8 Treble) deliver articulate cleans with clarity and aggressive sustain when driven hard, making them equally effective for blues clean tones and metal crunch.
How do the bridge and neck pickups differ?
The bridge peaks at 6 kHz for presence and cut, while the neck peaks at 6.4 kHz for balanced articulation. Both are hand-built with identical construction methods but voiced to complement each other across the full frequency spectrum.
What makes the hand-built construction worth it?
Hand-built construction with nickel silver bottom plates, wax potting, wooden spacers, and braided shielding delivers superior noise rejection, durability, and responsiveness compared to mass-produced alternatives. The uncovered design maximizes magnetic coupling for dynamic performance.
Are these pickups suitable for jazz or blues?
These pickups excel in blues and rock contexts. They are engineered specifically for hard rock, rock, and metal genres where their articulate cleans and high sustain shine; jazz players may find the output and tonal character better suited to other options.
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