Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge White 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-W
Description
Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge White Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge is a medium-output humbucker engineered to cut through dense mixes with articulate, controlled aggression in high-gain recording contexts. Its short mounting legs allow for direct installation in most modern bridge positions, and the white finish integrates seamlessly into contemporary instrument aesthetics. This is a no-compromise pickup for tracking sessions that demand clarity and definition without sacrificing power.
Tone & Output Character
Built with an overwound Alnico 2 magnet, this bridge pickup delivers a medium output level that sits well in the mix while preserving string definition and pick articulation across recording takes. The Alnico 2 composition provides warmth beneath the aggression, preventing harsh brittleness even at extreme gain settings during production and overdub work.
Construction & Studio Flexibility
Handbuilt in Santa Barbara, California, each unit reflects Seymour Duncan's attention to detail and quality control standards. The 4-conductor wiring grants flexible coil-splitting and parallel-series wiring options, making this pickup adaptable to various control schemes and tonal preferences for session work and studio arrangements.
Key Features
- Overwound Alnico 2 magnet material
- Medium output level
- DC Resistance: 8.8K ohms
- Dual-coil humbucker design
- 4-conductor wiring for coil options
- Short mounting legs for modern bridge compatibility
- White finish
- Handbuilt in Santa Barbara, California
This is a bridge-position pickup engineered for modern high-gain recording applications, delivering the articulation and sustain that contemporary metal and rock production demands in the studio.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge is a medium-output bridge humbucker designed to sit clearly in high-gain mixes without losing string definition or pick articulation. Its Alnico 2 magnet balances warmth with cut-through clarity, making it ideal for layered metal and progressive recording sessions where each note needs definition. The 4-conductor wiring unlocks coil-splitting and parallel-series options, giving studio recording versatility across multiple tonal palettes.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The Hades Gates Bridge excels in metal, hard rock, progressive, and djent applications where controlled aggression and articulate high-end clarity are essential. It is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk styles.
Will this pickup fit my guitar, and how easy is installation?
This pickup features short mounting legs designed for direct installation in most modern bridge positions, making it compatible with contemporary guitar designs. Standard humbucker wiring applies; 4-conductor configuration allows for coil-splitting and parallel-series options if your guitar's controls support them.
What makes the Alnico 2 magnet special on this bridge pickup?
The overwound Alnico 2 magnet delivers medium output with a warm undertone that prevents harshness even at extreme gain settings, while preserving string definition and pick articulation. This balance of power and clarity is what allows the Hades Gates to cut through dense mixes without brittleness.
How does the Hades Gates compare to other popular metal bridge pickups?
The Hades Gates sits between the articulate clarity of the Seymour Duncan JB and the aggressive output of EMG designs, with a medium output (8.8K ohms DC resistance) and Alnico 2 warmth that distinguishes it from ceramic-based alternatives like the DiMarzio Crunchlab.
What tonal character should I expect from this pickup?
You'll get articulate highs, controlled aggression, and cut-through clarity with a warm undertone that maintains musicality even under extreme gain. Medium output means it balances power with definition, ideal for both lead and rhythm work in high-gain contexts.
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