Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates for Tele Lead 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
- 11205-29-B
Description
Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates for Tele Lead Black Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates captures articulate, punchy single-coil character in a humbucker footprint—essential for recording sessions where Telecaster bridge tones need enhanced output and clarity without losing brightness. This single-coil-sized humbucker configuration bridges the gap between vintage Tele snap and modern definition, making it a direct replacement for the bridge position on any standard Telecaster and a studio-ready upgrade for tracking.
Electrical Characteristics
Rated at 18.1K DC resistance, this pickup generates strong midrange punch and presence while remaining responsive to picking dynamics and session nuance. The Alnico V magnet structure provides the harmonic complexity and sustain that translates to notes with body and separation in the mix, capturing articulation that sits clearly in dense arrangements.
Installation & Wiring
The included 4-conductor shielded cable opens flexible wiring options for coil-tapping or series/parallel switching if your guitar's electronics support it—valuable for expanding tonal palette within a single session. Drop-in compatible as a direct bridge-position replacement on any Telecaster, requiring no routing or modification and keeping your workflow efficient.
Key Features
- Alnico V magnet
- 18.1K DC resistance
- 4-conductor shielded cable
- Passive design
- Single-coil-sized humbucker configuration
- Direct Telecaster bridge-position replacement
- Black finish
- Enhanced output and midrange clarity
- Versatile coil-switching capability
The Pearly Gates combines refined engineering with genuine tonal upgrade, delivering the punch and presence your productions demand from a Tele bridge position.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates is a high-output bridge pickup for Telecasters that sits in the mix with punchy midrange presence and harmonic bloom, ideal for capturing articulate lead tones in recording sessions. Its single-coil character wrapped in a humbucker design delivers the brightness and definition needed for layering in blues, rock, and funk tracks while the included 4-conductor shielded cable opens up coil-tapping and switching options for studio versatility. Drop-in installation means you can integrate it into your recording rig without downtime or modification.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Funk
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pickup a direct drop-in replacement for my Telecaster?
Yes. The Pearly Gates is designed as a direct bridge-position replacement for any standard Telecaster—no routing or modification needed. It comes with a 4-conductor shielded cable for flexible wiring.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The Pearly Gates excels in blues, rock, country, and funk. Its articulate single-coil character and punchy midrange make it ideal for lead work and expressive playing in these genres; it is not recommended for metal or djent styles.
How does this compare to a vintage Fender Tele or other Seymour Duncan Tele pickups?
The Pearly Gates bridges vintage Tele snap with modern definition and output (18.1K DC resistance) using an Alnico V magnet. It delivers more clarity and presence than a stock Fender, and sits between the Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound and Fender Custom Shop '69 in terms of brightness and harmonic complexity.
What does the 4-conductor shielded cable allow me to do?
The 4-conductor cable enables coil-tapping or series/parallel switching if your Telecaster's electronics support those options, adding tonal versatility beyond the standard bridge-position installation.
What skill level do I need to install and use this pickup?
Intermediate and above. While installation is a simple drop-in for the bridge position, getting the most from the coil-switching options and wiring flexibility requires competence with guitar electronics or professional help.
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