Seymour Duncan Psyclone Vintage, Neck, Nickel 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
- 11305-01-Nc
Description
Seymour Duncan Psyclone Vintage, Neck, Nickel Cover Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Psyclone Vintage neck pickup captures a balanced, articulate response with controlled output that sits perfectly in the mid-range of the frequency spectrum. Built on Filter-Tron architecture and handcrafted in Santa Barbara, this pickup excels in neck position tracking where clarity and definition define your tone without sacrificing warmth. The hum-canceling design eliminates noise typical of single-coil designs, keeping your recording chain clean through every take.
Tone & Output Characteristics
With a DC resistance of 4.56k ohm and Alnico 5 magnet, this pickup produces a vintage-voiced output that emphasizes midrange presence and smooth treble response. The moderate resistance ensures an even frequency balance suited to neck position use, where clarity across all registers is essential for layering textures and crafting expressive, articulate lines during sessions.
Construction & Mounting
The single conductor shielded cable provides clean signal transmission with minimal interference, while the nickel cover contributes to a slightly warmed, refined tone. Flexible mounting options—direct mount or ring mounting—accommodate various guitar designs and bridge configurations, streamlining your studio setup and session switching.
Key Features
- Part Number: 11305-01-Nc
- Filter-Tron pickup type
- Neck position configuration
- Vintage output level
- 6-string design
- Alnico 5 magnet
- 4.56k ohm DC resistance
- Single conductor shielded cable
- Hum-canceling design
- Direct mount or ring mounting options
- Handmade in Santa Barbara, CA
This pickup delivers vintage tonal character with modern manufacturing precision, making it an essential choice for recording engineers and producers who need clarity and articulation to define the neck position in any mix.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Psyclone Vintage neck pickup is a hum-canceling, Filter-Tron-architecture design that captures articulate, warm midrange tone with smooth treble—ideal for recording jazz, blues, indie, and clean-lead sessions where neck-position clarity and definition drive the mix. Its moderate 4.56k ohm resistance and Alnico 5 magnet ensure balanced frequency response that sits well in layered arrangements and sustains through overdubs without noise interference. Handcrafted construction and flexible mounting make it a versatile, studio-ready choice for producers and engineers seeking vintage character with modern reliability.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Clean Leads
- ✓ Vintage Tones
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does hum-canceling mean, and will this pickup eliminate 60-cycle noise?
The Psyclone Vintage uses a hum-canceling design that suppresses the typical single-coil hum caused by electromagnetic interference, making it far quieter than traditional vintage single-coils. You'll retain vintage tone without the noise floor that can muddy recordings or live performances.
Is this pickup suitable for metal or heavy styles?
No—the Psyclone Vintage is voiced for jazz, blues, indie, and clean leads, not metal or thrash styles. Its balanced, warm output prioritizes articulation and midrange presence rather than the aggressive gain and output metal players typically need.
What mounting options does it support?
The Psyclone Vintage offers both direct mount and ring mounting configurations, so it will fit most single-coil or Filter-Tron-style cavities in Fender, Gretsch, and similar guitar designs.
How does the nickel cover affect the tone?
The nickel cover contributes a slightly warmed, refined tone compared to uncovered designs, enhancing the vintage character while maintaining clarity and definition across the frequency spectrum.
What is the DC resistance, and what does that tell me about output level?
At 4.56k ohm, this pickup delivers vintage-level output that balances clarity with moderate gain—ideal for neck position use where even frequency response matters more than raw power. It will pair naturally with most amp types without requiring excessive boost to cut through.
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