Seymour Duncan APH-2s Slash Alnico II Pro Humbucker Raw Nickel Cover,
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11104-08-RNc
Description
Seymour Duncan APH-2s Slash Alnico II Pro Humbucker Raw Nickel Cover, SET Pickup
The Seymour Duncan APH-2s Slash Alnico II Pro humbuckers capture the focused, articulate character that has defined classic rock and high-gain recording sessions for decades. These pickups balance aggressive midrange presence with controlled output, translating equally well to heavy rhythm tracking and sustained lead overdubs in the mix. The raw nickel cover contributes to their direct, uncolored sonic character—essential for capturing authentic tone at the source.
Tone & Output Character
Built with Alnico II magnets, these pickups produce a warm yet punchy response with strong harmonic definition that sits well in dense mixes. The bridge pickup's 8.9k ohms DC resistance and 6 kHz resonant peak deliver cutting presence without harshness on rhythm and lead tracks, while the neck pickup's 8.3k ohms and 6.4 kHz peak provide articulate, musical sustain for solos and layered textures. The EQ curve (7/5/8 for bass/mids/treble) emphasizes both low-end weight and high-end snap, with a scooped midrange that lets notes stand out in multitrack recordings.
Construction & Recording Performance
Each pickup features single-conductor lead wire with braided shield for clean, low-noise signal transmission into your preamp or interface. Long-legged base plates and a wooden spacer ensure stable mounting and consistent performance across sessions, while the uncovered design with raw nickel finish maintains visual authenticity and sonic directness without coloration.
Key Features
- Passive humbucker set (bridge and neck)
- Alnico II magnets
- Bridge DC resistance: 8.9k ohms
- Neck DC resistance: 8.3k ohms
- Bridge resonant peak: 6 kHz
- Neck resonant peak: 6.4 kHz
- EQ: 7 (bass) / 5 (midrange) / 8 (treble)
- Single-conductor lead wire with braided shield on each pickup
- Long-legged base plates
- Wooden spacer
- Soldered connectivity
- Raw nickel cover finish
This set delivers the controlled aggression and tonal versatility needed for professional recording across high-gain and classic rock sessions alike.
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At a Glance
The APH-2s set captures articulate, cutting tone ideal for recording hard rock and metal—Alnico II magnets and a 6 kHz resonant peak deliver strong harmonic definition and presence that sits well in a dense mix, while the scooped midrange prevents muddiness on heavy rhythm tracks. The bridge's 8.9k ohms and neck's 8.3k ohms offer enough output for thick gain tones without losing note separation or sustain clarity. These pickups excel at translating aggressive playing dynamics into recorded definition, making them versatile for both rhythm and lead sessions.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Classic Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level do these pickups suit?
The APH-2s are designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. They respond well to controlled technique and high-gain setups, rewarding careful playing with articulate definition.
What genres are these pickups best for?
These pickups excel in hard rock, rock, metal, and classic rock. They are not optimized for jazz, blues, or folk styles, where their aggressive midrange and scooped character would not fit the tone aesthetic.
What is included in this set?
This is a full passive humbucker set with bridge and neck pickups, each featuring single-conductor lead wire with braided shield, long-legged base plates, wooden spacer, soldered connectivity, and raw nickel cover finish.
How do the bridge and neck pickups compare in output and tone?
The bridge pickup has 8.9k ohms DC resistance and a 6 kHz resonant peak for cutting presence, while the neck pickup has 8.3k ohms and a 6.4 kHz peak for articulate sustain. Both share the same warm, punchy character with scooped midrange.
Why a raw nickel cover instead of a standard one?
The raw nickel finish maintains visual authenticity while contributing to a direct, uncolored sonic character—delivering more immediate treble response and presence compared to covered designs.
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 $22 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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