Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge Nickel 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
- 11102-105-Nc
Description
Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge Nickel Pickup
The Hades Gates Bridge captures aggressive, articulate output with the tight low-end response and clear note definition essential for recording heavy music. This overwound bridge pickup cuts through dense mixes with precision, making it ideal for metal and hard rock tracking where clarity and aggression must coexist in the final mix.
Tone & Output Character
Built with an Alnico 2 bar magnet and overwound construction, this pickup generates substantial midrange punch and aggressive treble response that translates well to heavily distorted recording chains. The 8.8K DC resistance positions it in the high-output range, delivering the sustain and saturation needed for modern metal productions without sacrificing the articulation required to hear individual notes and pick attack in the mix.
Design & Build Quality
Hand built in Santa Barbara, California, each pickup reflects Seymour Duncan's commitment to quality control and consistency for studio session reliability. The nickel finish resists corrosion while the short mounting legs accommodate various bridge cavity depths, and 4-conductor wiring enables flexible coil-tapping configurations for session versatility across multiple song arrangements.
Key Features
- Alnico 2 bar magnet
- Overwound construction for high output
- 8.8K DC resistance (bridge)
- 4-conductor wiring
- Short mounting legs
- Nickel finish
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, California
- Bridge position calibration
The Hades Gates Bridge pairs aggressive output with reliable Seymour Duncan engineering, delivering the focused aggression and tonal definition required for professional-level high-gain recording and production work.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge is a high-output bridge pickup (8.8K DC resistance) voiced for aggressive treble, midrange punch, and tight low-end articulation—ideal for recording metal, hard rock, and djent where clarity through dense distortion matters. Its 4-conductor wiring enables coil-tapping flexibility during tracking and mixing, and the hand-built Alnico 2 construction delivers the sustain and saturation that sits well in heavily processed high-gain mixes. This pickup excels in the studio when you need professional aggression and definition without muddiness.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Thrash Metal
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hades Gates suitable for genres outside metal and hard rock?
The Hades Gates is optimized for metal, hard rock, djent, and thrash metal applications. Its aggressive treble response and high-output character are not voiced for jazz, blues, or folk—those styles benefit from smoother, lower-output pickups.
What does the 4-conductor wiring allow me to do?
Four-conductor wiring enables flexible coil-tapping configurations, giving you the option to split or reconfigure the coil for tonal versatility beyond the standard bridge tone during recording or live performance.
Will this pickup fit my guitar's bridge cavity?
The Hades Gates features short mounting legs designed to accommodate various bridge cavity depths, making it compatible with most standard electric guitar bridges.
How does the 8.8K DC resistance compare to other high-output pickups?
At 8.8K DC resistance, the Hades Gates sits in the high-output range alongside the EMG 81/85 and DiMarzio D-Activator, delivering substantial sustain and saturation for modern metal tones while maintaining articulation.
What magnet and construction does this pickup use?
The Hades Gates uses an Alnico 2 bar magnet with overwound construction, generating the midrange punch and aggressive treble response required for heavily distorted high-gain applications.
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