Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot, Neck, Gold Cover 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
- 11305-04-Gc
Description
Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot, Neck, Gold Cover Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot neck pickup captures controlled, articulate recordings with lower output tailored for neck position tracking. Its Alnico 5 magnet structure and 8.78k DCR deliver clarity without excessive gain, responding transparently to pick dynamics and finger technique while preserving definition in dense chord arrangements and layered sessions. The gold cover reduces electromagnetic interference, critical for clean tracking and overdub work.
Recording & Mix Integration
This neck-position voicing balances warmth with definition, avoiding the muddiness that higher-output neck pickups introduce to multi-tracked arrangements. The lower output wind pairs seamlessly with bridge pickups of moderate to high output, creating useful tonal separation across switching positions and maintaining note-to-note articulation during lead overdubs and punch-ins.
Build & Production Setup
Handmade in Santa Barbara, California, the Psyclone Hot combines traditional Seymour Duncan craftsmanship with the brand's proven winding formula. The gold cover reduces external hum—essential for quiet studio sessions—while complementing classic instrument finishes, and dual mounting options ensure straightforward installation on most solidbody guitars used in production work.
Key Features
- Neck position voicing with lower output wind
- 8.78k DC Resistance (DCR)
- Alnico 5 magnet structure
- Hum-cancelling design
- Gold cover finish
- 1-conductor shielded cable
- Single-conductor lead wire
- Direct mount or pickup-ring mounting compatibility
- Handmade in Santa Barbara, California
The Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot neck pickup delivers balanced clarity and reduced noise in the neck position, essential for achieving definition and separation in professional tracking sessions without sacrificing tonal character.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot neck pickup offers 8.78k DCR of articulate, controlled response that sits cleanly in a mix without the muddiness common to higher-output neck pickups. Its Alnico 5 magnet and hum-cancelling design preserve note-to-note definition during recording, making it ideal for layering complex chords and capturing dynamic lead takes in rock, metal, progressive, and blues sessions. Pick this if you need a neck position that responds to nuance and leaves room for your bridge pickup to dominate.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Blues
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What output level does the Psyclone Hot neck have?
The Psyclone Hot features an 8.78k DC Resistance (DCR), which is a lower-output wind tailored specifically for neck-position work. This pairing avoids muddiness and preserves articulation when combined with moderate-to-high output bridge pickups.
What genres is this pickup best suited for?
The Psyclone Hot excels in rock, metal, progressive, and blues playing. Its articulate, controlled response works well for both rhythm chord clarity and dynamic lead work in these genres, though it is not recommended for jazz.
Will this pickup fit my guitar?
The Psyclone Hot offers dual mounting options—direct mount or pickup-ring mounting—ensuring compatibility with most solidbody guitars. Installation is straightforward, and it comes with a 1-conductor shielded cable and single-conductor lead wire.
How does the gold cover affect tone?
The gold cover reduces external electromagnetic interference while adding vintage aesthetics. It complements classic instrument finishes and helps protect the coils without coloring the tone.
Is this pickup handmade?
Yes, the Psyclone Hot is handmade in Santa Barbara, California using traditional Seymour Duncan craftsmanship and the brand's proven winding formula.
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 $12 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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