Seymour Duncan B-7 Benedetto Pickup (Black)
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Seymour Duncan B-7 Benedetto Pickup (Black)
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- 11601-05
Description
Seymour Duncan B-7 Benedetto Pickup (Black)
The Seymour Duncan B-7 Benedetto is a hand-crafted 7-string humbucker engineered to capture articulate, controlled jazz voicing with extended-range studio capability. This neck or bridge position pickup delivers focused midrange and smooth harmonic definition, making it ideal for tracking jazz and fusion on seven-string instruments with clarity and separation in the mix.
Tone & Recording Character
Built with an Alnico 5 bar magnet, this pickup produces warm, responsive tone with excellent clarity and note separation. The 14.1 K ohms DC resistance positions it in the medium-output range, balancing sensitivity with clean articulation across all seven strings—critical for sessions where each note must cut through the mix without excess noise or unwanted bloom.
Studio Implementation
Hand-made in Santa Barbara, California, the B-7 Benedetto incorporates a single conductor coaxial cable for reliable signal transmission and mounts seamlessly into any standard 7-string humbucker slot using a 7-string humbucker mounting ring. The black cover provides classic aesthetics while protecting the coil assembly and ensuring consistent recording performance session to session.
Key Features
- 7-String Humbucker Jazz Pickup
- Alnico 5 bar magnet
- 14.1 K ohms DC resistance
- Single conductor coaxial cable
- Black cover
- Neck or Bridge position compatible
- Mounts into any 7-string humbucker slot
- Requires standard 7-string humbucker mounting ring
- Hand-made in Santa Barbara, CA
- Seymour Duncan design and construction
This is a precision recording pickup engineered for producers and engineers tracking 7-string sessions who demand articulate response and refined tonal character that translates directly to the mix.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan B-7 Benedetto is a precision 7-string humbucker engineered for recording articulate jazz and fusion tones with excellent note separation and smooth harmonic definition. Home studio owners and producers working with 7-string guitars will value its warm Alnico 5 tone, focused midrange, and clean medium output that sits well in dense mixes without muddiness. Hand-made construction and versatile neck/bridge positioning make it ideal for capturing refined, controlled takes across jazz, fusion, and progressive sessions.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Fusion
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this B-Stock? What does that mean?
Yes, this is a B-Stock unit, meaning it is fully functional with no defects in tone or electronics; it may have minor cosmetic imperfections on the cover or housing that do not affect performance.
Will this pickup fit my 7-string guitar?
Yes, it mounts into any standard 7-string humbucker slot using a 7-string humbucker mounting ring and works in both neck and bridge positions.
What genres is this pickup best suited for?
The B-7 Benedetto is designed for jazz, fusion, and progressive music; its articulate, controlled voicing is not recommended for metal or hard rock.
How does the output level compare to other Seymour Duncan pickups?
At 14.1 K ohms DC resistance, the B-7 sits in the medium-output range, balancing sensitivity and clean articulation without excessive noise or bloom—similar in output philosophy to the SH-1N and JB Jr.
What makes the tone warm and clear at the same time?
The Alnico 5 bar magnet and hand-crafted construction deliver warm, responsive tone while the focused midrange and smooth harmonic design provide excellent note separation and clarity across all seven strings.
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