Seymour Duncan APS1 Alnico II Pro Staggered Strat RWRP Pickup
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11204-01-RwRp
Description
Seymour Duncan APS1 Alnico II Pro Staggered Strat RWRP Pickup
The APS1 Alnico II Pro captures articulate, vintage-forward tone with modern hum-cancelling capability in the middle position—essential for clean recording and mixing flexibility. Hand-ground Alnico II magnets paired with heavy Formvar wire produce a balanced, responsive character that tracks equally well for classic blues leads and contemporary clean textures. The reverse-wound/reverse-polarity design eliminates the 60-cycle hum that compromises middle pickup isolation when combined with neck or bridge units during multitrack sessions.
Tone & Resonance
A resonant peak of 9 kHz emphasizes articulation and note definition—critical for cutting through dense mixes and maintaining pick attack in recordings. The 5/4/mid/treble EQ profile sits between vintage warmth and modern clarity, allowing the middle pickup to serve as a neutral blending voice for layered guitar parts. The 6.4 kΩ DC resistance yields moderately hot output suitable for clean tones and driven rhythms without sacrificing dynamic responsiveness in the DAW.
Construction & Materials
Hand-ground Alnico II rods and heavy Formvar wire establish consistent tone character across tracking sessions, while the single-conductor waxed cloth cable ensures low-noise signal transmission into your interface or preamp. The left-hand magnet stagger pattern optimizes magnetic field alignment for reliable reverse-polarity operation and reproducible tracking.
Key Features
- DC Resistance: 6.4 kΩ
- Resonant Peak: 9 kHz
- EQ Profile: 5 Bass / 4 Mid / 7 Treble
- Magnet: Hand-ground Alnico II Rods
- Wire: Heavy Formvar
- Cable: Single Conductor Cloth (waxed)
- Reverse-wound/Reverse-polarity for hum-cancelling middle position
- Left-hand magnet stagger pattern
- Includes wiring diagram
- Includes mounting screws
Ideal for drop-in middle position upgrades or complete three-pickup systems where noise-free operation and classic Strat articulation are priorities in home-studio recording and production workflows.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan APS1 Alnico II Pro is a middle-position pickup engineered to eliminate hum while preserving vintage articulation and clarity in recordings. Its 9 kHz resonant peak and balanced 5/4/7 EQ profile sit well in a stereo mix, whether you're tracking fingerstyle blues or layering clean textures into a fuller arrangement. The reverse-wound/reverse-polarity design means you can combine it with standard neck and bridge pickups without phase cancellation, making it an efficient studio upgrade that records quietly and requires no re-balancing during mixing.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Thrash Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does reverse-wound/reverse-polarity mean, and why does it matter?
RWRP means the pickup's winding direction and magnet polarity are flipped relative to standard designs. When paired with a normal neck and bridge pickup, this eliminates the hum that typically occurs in the middle position, delivering a quiet signal without sacrificing tone.
Can I use this as a drop-in replacement for my existing middle pickup?
Yes — the APS1 is designed for middle-position duty and includes mounting screws and a wiring diagram. Install time is minimal, and it pairs well with any standard Strat neck and bridge pickups.
Is this pickup too hot or too mellow for my playing style?
At 6.4 kΩ DC resistance, the APS1 is moderately voiced — neither overly aggressive nor subdued. The balanced 5/4/7 bass/mid/treble profile suits blues, rock, funk, and studio clean work equally well, making it versatile across genres and dynamics.
How does the APS1 compare to other Strat middle pickups?
The APS1 sits between vintage warmth and modern clarity with its 9 kHz resonant peak emphasizing articulation. Hand-ground Alnico II magnets and heavy Formvar wire give it a more refined response than budget alternatives, while the RWRP hum-cancelling design is a feature found on higher-end pickups that typically cost more.
What's included in the box?
The pickup comes with mounting screws, a wiring diagram, and a single-conductor cloth cable for clean, low-noise signal transmission.
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