Seymour Duncan AS-1n, Blackouts, Hot Strat, Black Pickup

Seymour Duncan AS-1n Blackouts Hot Strat Black Pickup

The Seymour Duncan AS-1n Blackouts brings aggressive, high-output single-coil character to your tracking palette with modern active electronics in a format that drops directly into any standard Strat pickup cavity. This is a no-compromise neck or middle position pickup engineered for producers and engineers who want clarity and punch in recorded tracks without rewiring their entire instrument.

Active Electronics & Recording Tone

Built around an AlNiCo V magnet with a resonant peak at 4.80 kHz, this pickup captures articulate highs and defined midrange attack that cuts through dense mixes and multi-track sessions. The active output design eliminates the passive inductance limitations of traditional single coils, yielding consistent signal strength and reduced noise—essential for clean recording chains and post-production flexibility.

Dual-Mode Operation & Studio Setup

Dual-pin configuration on the underside allows instant switching between moderate and high-gain output modes—no soldering required to select your preferred recording level between takes. Installation is straightforward: the pickup is a drop-in replacement for standard single-coil routs, and the complete wiring package includes 25k pots, tone capacitor, stereo jack, battery clip, and all necessary mounting hardware for quick session integration.

Key Features

• AlNiCo V magnet construction
• 4.80 kHz resonant peak for presence and articulation
• Active output design with reduced noise floor
• Dual-pin underside configuration for switchable output modes (moderate and high-gain)
• 1c + Battery Wire cable included
• Complete wiring kit: 25k pots, tone capacitor, stereo jack, battery clip
• Drop-in replacement for standard single-coil pickup rout
• Black cover finish
• All mounting hardware included

This pickup excels for recording sessions requiring modern active circuitry within a classic Strat platform without extensive modification to your instrument.