Seymour Duncan APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat Strat Cset Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11204-08-Cset
Description
Seymour Duncan APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat Strat Pickup Set
The APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat captures the classic warmth and articulation of vintage Stratocaster tone with refined construction and modern noise-canceling design. Hand-wound with Alnico II rod magnets and heavy Formvar wire, this set combines traditional materials with thoughtful engineering to deliver authenticity in your recordings without compromise. The reverse-wound, reverse-polarity middle pickup eliminates hum in the 2 and 4 positions while preserving the character that made this configuration legendary for studio sessions.
Tone & Recording Character
A 6.4 kΩ DC resistance and 9 kHz resonant peak produce a balanced, singing response across the frequency spectrum that translates clearly through your interface and DAW. The EQ profile—5 Bass, 4 Midrange, 7 Treble—tilts toward clarity and presence in the highs while maintaining punchy lows, ideal for capturing both pristine clean tones and aggressive driven textures on tape or digital.
Construction & Tonal Stability
Each pickup features hand-ground Alnico II rod magnets paired with hand-filed Forbon flatwork and traditional keyed bottom plates for consistent performance and secure mounting in your instrument. The entire assembly is wax potted to eliminate microphonic feedback during tracking and overdubs, while waxed and tinned cloth pushback hook-up wires ensure reliable signal integrity throughout your session workflow.
Key Features
- Hand-ground Alnico II rod magnets with heavy Formvar magnet wire
- Hand-filed Forbon flatwork for authentic vintage construction
- DC Resistance: 6.4 kΩ
- Resonant Peak: 9 kHz
- EQ Profile: 5 Bass / 4 Midrange / 7 Treble
- Flat (non-staggered) pole pieces
- Reverse-wound, reverse-polarity middle pickup for hum cancellation in positions 2 & 4
- Wax potted construction eliminates microphonic feedback
- Waxed and tinned cloth pushback hook-up wires
- Traditional keyed bottom plates
- Single conductor cloth cable
- Complete three-pickup Strat set configuration
The APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat set merges vintage character with practical engineering, delivering the tonal depth and clarity expected from Alnico magnets alongside the quiet operation required for professional recording environments.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat set captures warm, balanced Stratocaster tone with clarity in the highs and presence in the lows—a versatile choice for recording blues, rock, jazz, and country across multiple session styles. Hand-wound construction and Alnico II magnets deliver authentic vintage character that sits naturally in a mix, while the reverse-wound middle pickup and wax-potted design eliminate hum and microphonic noise for clean, focused recordings. This set suits intermediate to advanced home-studio and professional recording work, offering the tonal authenticity of vintage instruments without the operational compromises.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Country
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles are these pickups best suited for?
The APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat excels in blues, rock, jazz, and country, where warm articulation and vintage character shine. They are not optimized for metal or djent styles that require aggressive high-output gain and tight, compressed tones.
How does the reverse-wound middle pickup help reduce hum?
The reverse-wound, reverse-polarity middle pickup cancels hum in positions 2 and 4 of your pickup selector while preserving the classic in-between tone that players love. This design eliminates the 60Hz hum that typically plagues vintage Strat setups without sacrificing authenticity.
What is included in this set, and what do I need to install it?
This is a complete three-pickup Strat set (neck, middle, bridge) with waxed and tinned cloth pushback hook-up wires and traditional keyed bottom plates for authentic installation. You will need basic soldering skills and appropriate wiring supplies to install into your guitar; the set does not include shielding or wire beyond the pickup leads.
How do these compare to other vintage-style Strat pickups like the SSL-1 or Fender Custom Shop 69s?
The APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat is hand-wound with Alnico II magnets and achieves a 6.4 kΩ DC resistance with a 9 kHz resonant peak, prioritizing clarity and presence in the highs while keeping lows punchy. Compared to the SSL-1 (higher output, more aggressive) or Custom Shop 69s (thinner, more traditional), the APS2 balances warmth and articulation for modern players who want vintage tone without noise or microphonic feedback.
Are these pickups wax potted, and does that affect microphonic noise?
Yes, the entire set is wax potted to eliminate microphonic feedback, ensuring quiet operation during high-gain passages and sustained notes. This modern engineering enhancement preserves vintage tone while removing the squealing and feedback common in older unwaxed pickups.
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