Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Set Black 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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- 11205-43-B
Description
Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Set Black Pickup
The Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Set captures the thick, responsive midrange and articulate high-end growl that defined ZZ Top's signature sound in the studio and on tape. Hand-wound at the Santa Barbara factory with meticulous attention to output balance, this set tracks dynamically across pick attack and finger dynamics, delivering both aggressive riff definition and nuanced phrasing clarity in your recordings.
Tone & Electronics
Three uniquely calibrated pickup winds paired with Alnico 5 magnets create a cohesive yet distinct voicing across neck and bridge positions that cuts through mixes while maintaining harmonic richness. The 4-conductor lead wire enables multiple wiring configurations, giving you flexibility to shape your tonal palette during mixing and post-production without soldering changes.
Construction & Reliability
Vacuum wax potting eliminates feedback and squeal, ensuring rock-solid performance for session work and multitrack layering. Built to exacting specifications in the Seymour Duncan Santa Barbara facility, these pickups are engineered for longevity and consistency across tracking sessions.
Key Features
- Three unique pickup winds with specially calibrated voicing
- Alnico 5 magnets for dynamic response and clarity
- Neck pickup DCR: 11.29
- Bridge pickup DCR: 13.95
- 4-conductor lead wire for flexible wiring options
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Passive design—no battery required
- Designed for Stratocaster-style guitars
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
This is a purposeful pickup set engineered for producers and recording artists who demand tonal authority without compromise.
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At a Glance
Hand-wound in the Santa Barbara factory with meticulous attention to output balance, the Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Set captures thick, responsive midrange and articulate high-end growl that sits powerfully in any mix. The three uniquely calibrated pickup winds and Alnico 5 magnets deliver dynamic clarity that rewards both aggressive riffing and nuanced phrasing, translating your playing intention directly to tape or DAW. Vacuum wax potting eliminates feedback, 4-conductor wiring opens up flexible configuration options, and the passive design integrates seamlessly into any recording chain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What guitar type do these pickups fit?
These are designed for Stratocaster-style guitars. The set includes neck and bridge pickups with uniquely calibrated voicings and comes with 4-conductor lead wire for flexible wiring options.
What makes the Billy Gibbons signature sound different from other Seymour Duncan sets?
Three uniquely calibrated pickup winds paired with Alnico 5 magnets create the thick, responsive midrange and articulate high-end growl that defined ZZ Top's signature tone. The hand-wound construction in Santa Barbara and vacuum wax potting ensure dynamic response to pick attack and finger dynamics without feedback or squeal.
Do I need a battery or special power for these pickups?
No—these are passive pickups with no battery required. They plug directly into your guitar's electronics and deliver consistent performance whether you're recording, rehearsing, or performing live.
What are the output levels (DCR) of the neck and bridge pickups?
The neck pickup has a DCR of 11.29 and the bridge pickup has a DCR of 13.95, providing balanced yet distinct voicing across positions.
What does the 4-conductor lead wire allow me to do?
The 4-conductor lead wire enables multiple wiring configurations, giving you flexibility to shape your tonal palette without having to re-solder or modify the pickups themselves.
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