Seymour Duncan MortalCoil Bridge Black Pickup
- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11106-501-B
Description
Seymour Duncan MortalCoil Bridge Black Pickup
The Seymour Duncan MortalCoil Bridge Black is a three-voice active humbucker engineered to capture articulate, controlled aggression without sacrificing clarity in the mix. This handmade pickup slots into existing active systems as a direct upgrade, offering the high output and low distortion balance that keeps modern high-gain recordings focused and defined across all frequencies.
Recording Clarity & Tone Shaping
Built around high-density copper coils paired with a low-distortion preamp, the MortalCoil maintains definition during recording and mixing even at extreme gain levels. The three-voice architecture lets you dial in your preferred voicing—from tight, focused aggression to fuller, more muscular response—making it equally effective for precision rhythm tracking and sustained lead overdubs.
Studio Integration & Drop-In Upgrade
This 6-string bridge pickup is designed as a drop-in replacement for many existing active setups and includes all required potentiometers and wiring harness. The handmade construction in Santa Barbara, California ensures consistent quality across every unit for reliable, repeatable session performance.
Key Features
- Three-voice active humbucker system
- 6-string electric guitar bridge pickup
- High-density copper coils
- Low-distortion preamp
- Drop-in upgrade for existing active setups
- Includes all required pots and wiring
- Handmade in Santa Barbara, California
- Black color finish
The MortalCoil Bridge Black delivers the precision and versatility session and project work demands from a high-output active bridge pickup.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan MortalCoil Bridge Black is a three-voice active humbucker that captures articulate, high-output tones with minimal distortion and controlled aggression—ideal for recording heavy music where clarity and definition matter even at extreme gain levels. The three voicing options let you dial in your preferred character during tracking and mixing, and the drop-in design makes it a straightforward bridge-pickup upgrade for sessions using existing active guitar systems. Studio engineers and producers working in metal and progressive genres will appreciate its ability to cut through a dense mix without muddiness.
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 does three-voice mean, and how does it affect my tone?
The three-voice architecture lets you switch between different voicing options—from tight, focused aggression to fuller, more muscular response—giving you tonal flexibility without swapping pickups. This makes it versatile for everything from precision riffing to sustained lead work.
Will this work in my guitar, and what comes in the box?
This is a 6-string bridge pickup designed as a drop-in replacement for existing active setups and includes all required potentiometers and wiring harness, so installation is straightforward. Verify your guitar uses an active system before purchasing.
How does the MortalCoil compare to EMG or Fishman pickups?
The MortalCoil shares the high-output, low-distortion philosophy of comparable models like the EMG 81/85 and Fishman Fluence Modern, but its three-voice system and handmade Santa Barbara construction offer a distinct alternative for players seeking articulate clarity at extreme gain.
Is this pickup right for blues or jazz?
The MortalCoil is engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, progressive, and djent genres; it is not designed for blues or jazz applications. Its tight low-end and controlled aggression suit high-gain styles rather than cleaner, sustain-focused playing.
How does the low-distortion preamp help my tone?
The low-distortion preamp paired with high-density copper coils maintains definition and clarity even at extreme gain levels, preventing the muddiness or loss of articulation that can happen with lower-quality active systems.
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