Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scourge TB Matte 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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- SKU
- 11103-66-B
Description
Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scourge TB Matte Black Pickup
The Scourge bridge humbucker captures aggressive articulation and controlled sustain, engineered specifically for modern metal and high-gain recording sessions. Designed in collaboration with Trivium's Matt Heacock, this pickup combines raw output with clarity that cuts through dense distortion without muddiness—essential for tracking that translates to a tight, defined mix.
Tone & Output Character
Running at 11.06k output, the Scourge generates substantial signal drive while maintaining definition across fast picking and lead passages during tracking. The Alnico 8 magnet provides aggressive response with tight low-end articulation, ideal for drop-tuned and extended-range applications where precision in the recording chain matters most.
Construction & Components
Hand-assembled in Santa Barbara, California, this pickup ships complete with mounting hardware and adjustment springs for precise height optimization in your instrument. The included wiring diagram and lead wire streamline installation into any compatible guitar, getting you ready for the studio quickly.
Key Features
- Bridge position humbucker
- 11.06k output
- Alnico 8 magnet
- Matte Black finish
- Humbucking design
- Handmade in Santa Barbara, California
- Includes mounting screws and springs for height adjustment
- Wiring instruction sheet and diagram included
- Pickup lead wire included
The Scourge stands as a purpose-built tool for producers and engineers tracking high-gain material, delivering focused output and articulate response that sits clearly in the final mix.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Holcomb Scourge TB is a bridge humbucker purpose-built for recording aggressive, articulate high-gain tones in a controlled and defined way, thanks to its 11.06k output and Alnico 8 magnet design. In the studio or when tracking drop-tuned and extended-range material, it delivers the clarity and low-end tightness needed to sit in a dense mix without muddiness, making it ideal for producers and engineers capturing modern metal and djent productions. Hand-assembled in Santa Barbara and shipped complete with mounting hardware and installation documentation, it integrates seamlessly into any compatible instrument for immediate tracking.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What positions can this pickup go in?
The Scourge is designed as a bridge position humbucker and is optimized for that location in your instrument.
Is this pickup suitable for blues or jazz?
No—the Scourge is engineered specifically for metal, djent, hard rock, and high-gain applications where aggressive articulation and output are priorities. Blues and jazz players should look at other Seymour Duncan models designed for those genres.
What's included in the box?
The pickup ships with mounting screws and springs for height adjustment, pickup lead wire, and a wiring instruction sheet and diagram to guide installation.
How does this compare to the EMG 81 or DiMarzio Crunchlab?
The Scourge competes directly with active and passive high-output alternatives like the EMG 81/85 and DiMarzio Crunchlab, but emphasizes Alnico 8 clarity and controlled sustain over raw aggression alone, making it responsive in fast picking and drop-tuned contexts.
Will this work with drop tunings and extended-range guitars?
Yes—the tight low-end articulation and Alnico 8 magnet are specifically engineered to maintain definition and precision in drop-tuned and extended-range applications where clarity is essential.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $10 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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