Seymour Duncan Nazgûl\Sentient Matte Black Pickup Set
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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
- 11108-96-B
Description
Seymour Duncan Nazgûl/Sentient Matte Black Pickup Set
This matched pair delivers aggressive high-output character in the bridge with articulate, responsive clarity in the neck—a combination engineered to capture modern metal, hard rock, and extended-range playing with definition and saturation. The Nazgûl bridge and Sentient neck pairing resolves clarity across heavy genres and complex chord voicings without compromising punch or sustain during tracking and mixing.
Recording Performance & Tonal Character
The Nazgûl bridge records a thick, focused attack with strong midrange presence ideal for tight riffing definition and lead articulation in the mix, while the Sentient neck captures balanced output and definition for clean passages, ambient textures, and lead work. This asymmetric design maximizes contrast between positions in multitrack sessions without requiring gain compensation during overdubs.
Construction & Materials
Both pickups are hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA using premium components: vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback for clean, noise-free recordings in high-gain sessions. Nickel silver bottom plates provide structural rigidity and consistent tonal response across both pickups for reliable performance across tracking and reamping workflows.
Key Features
- Nazgûl bridge pickup — 6.8 kΩ DC resistance with ceramic bar magnet
- Sentient neck pickup — 3.87 kΩ DC resistance with Alnico V rod magnets
- Both pickups feature 4-conductor lead wires for wiring flexibility
- Humbucker type configuration, 6-string design
- Nickel silver bottom plates on both pickups
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Matte black finish for professional appearance
This set combines Seymour Duncan's precision manufacturing with a tonal pairing engineered for modern high-gain recording and production across studio sessions.
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At a Glance
This matched pair captures aggressive, articulate tone perfect for heavy recording sessions and multi-tracked compositions—the Nazgûl bridge excels at tight, saturated riffing while the Sentient neck handles clean passages and leads with balanced presence. Vacuum wax potting ensures silent operation in the studio environment, and the asymmetric design means consistent gain across positions without mixing penalties. Ideal for producers and engineers tracking modern metal, hard rock, or progressive music where clarity and control matter as much as aggression.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Nazgûl and Sentient pairing different from using two identical pickups?
The Nazgûl bridge (6.8 kΩ) delivers thick, focused attack with strong midrange for tight riffing, while the Sentient neck (3.87 kΩ) offers balanced output and definition for clean passages and leads. This asymmetric design maximizes tonal contrast between positions without requiring volume compensation when switching.
Will these pickups work in extended-range guitars and drop tunings?
Yes. These pickups are engineered specifically for extended-range playing and heavy genres, with a tight response and articulate clarity that cuts through low tunings and complex chord voicings.
What does vacuum wax potting do?
Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback and squealing in high-gain settings, delivering silent, noise-free operation even with heavy distortion and saturation.
Are these pickups good for genres outside metal and hard rock?
These pickups are optimized for metal, hard rock, progressive, and extended-range applications. They are not recommended for jazz, blues, or country music.
What's included with the set?
You receive both the Nazgûl bridge and Sentient neck pickups, each with 4-conductor lead wires for flexible wiring options, nickel silver bottom plates, and matte black finish.
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