Seymour Duncan Green Magic Humbucker Neck Gold Cover 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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- SKU
- 11104-15-Gc
Description
Seymour Duncan Green Magic Humbucker Neck Gold Cover Pickup
The Green Magic delivers a balanced, articulate response in the neck position with enough clarity to cut through a mix while maintaining the warmth expected from a humbucker. This pickup is engineered for recording sessions and studio applications where defined note separation and smooth sustain matter without sacrificing traditional humbucker character. The reversed magnet design and gold cover contribute to its refined sonic presentation and vintage aesthetic appeal.
Magnetic Design & Tonal Response
Built on Alnico 2 magnets installed in a reversed orientation, this pickup achieves a nuanced frequency response that balances midrange articulation with smooth highs ideal for layering in a mix. The reversed magnet installation (180° flip) is a deliberate design choice that shapes the pickup's response curve, making it well-suited for neck position recording where clarity and separation sit alongside traditional warmth without masking other instruments.
Construction & Sonic Character
The gold cover finish provides both aesthetic distinction and contributes to the pickup's tonal character by partially shielding the coils. The humbucker format delivers hum rejection and consistent output across recording sessions, adapting well to clean direct-to-interface capture and amplified tracking alike, from pristine studio tones to driven overdubs.
Key Features
- Alnico 2 magnet construction
- Reversed magnet installation (180° orientation)
- Humbucker-type pickup for neck position
- Gold cover finish
- Balanced articulation and clarity in neck position
- Traditional hum-canceling humbucker design
- Smooth sustain and midrange definition
- Vintage-inspired aesthetic with modern engineering
The Seymour Duncan Green Magic stands out as a thoughtfully voiced neck pickup for studio tracking and production work, prioritizing note definition and tonal balance that sits cleanly in a mix without sacrificing classic humbucker character.
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At a Glance
The Green Magic excels as a recording neck pickup, offering articulate midrange definition and smooth sustain that sit clearly in dense mixes without losing warmth or becoming brittle. The reversed Alnico 2 design and gold cover provide vintage-inspired character with modern clarity, making it versatile for studio sessions spanning jazz, blues, and rock—capturing balanced tone that works equally well on clean layers and overdriven tracks.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Thrash Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the reversed magnet design important?
The 180° reversed magnet installation shapes the pickup's frequency response to balance midrange articulation with smooth highs, making it specifically suited for neck position where clarity and note separation are priorities without sacrificing traditional humbucker warmth.
Is this pickup suitable for genres beyond jazz and blues?
Yes—the Green Magic is rated for jazz, blues, rock, and studio sessions. Its balanced articulation and hum-rejection work well for clean voices and overdriven tones across these styles, though it is not designed for thrash metal or djent applications.
What skill level and amp types will this work with?
The Green Magic is engineered for intermediate, advanced, and professional players and works with a range of amplifier types from clean voices to overdriven tones, delivering versatile output that complements most setups.
Does the gold cover affect the tone?
Yes—the gold cover provides both aesthetic distinction and contributes to the pickup's tonal character by partially shielding the coils, adding to its refined sonic presentation and vintage appearance.
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