Seymour Duncan SP90-1n Vintage P90 Soapbar Black Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11301-05-Bc
Description
Seymour Duncan SP90-1n Vintage P90 Soapbar Black Pickup
The SP90-1n delivers the articulate, punchy character that made P90s a studio staple, with a responsive feel that sits perfectly in the neck position for balanced tracking and blending. This single-coil design captures the brightness and definition of classic soapbar pickups while maintaining the warmth and midrange presence that defines the P90 voice. Built for recording professionals who value authenticity and tonal transparency without compromise.
Tone & Output Character
Dual Alnico V bar magnets and plain enamel wire construction create a pickup with remarkable clarity across the frequency spectrum. The 4.3 kHz resonant peak emphasizes the upper midrange and presence region, delivering articulate single-note definition and natural harmonic content that captures nuanced picking technique and responds directly to dynamics—essential for producing transparent, expressive recordings.
Construction & Wiring
Hand-crafted with short-wide bobbins and wax potted for elimination of microphonic feedback, this pickup achieves vintage-correct specifications including the 0.745" height profile. The included vintage braided single-conductor hookup cable maintains authenticity, while the 8.22 kΩ DC resistance ensures compatibility with standard guitar wiring schemes and predictable mixing behavior in your session.
Key Features
- Type: Single Coil P90 Soapbar
- Magnet Configuration: Dual Alnico V bar magnets
- Bobbin Style: Short-wide bobbins
- Wire: Plain enamel wire
- DC Resistance (Neck): 8.22 kΩ
- Resonant Peak: 4.3 kHz
- EQ Response: 5 / 5 / 7 (Bass / Mid / Treble)
- Height Profile: 0.745" (vintage correct)
- Wax Potted: Yes—squeal-free performance
- Cover: Black finish
- Included Cable: Vintage braided single-conductor hookup cable
The SP90-1n combines authentic vintage dimensions with Seymour Duncan's modern quality control, making it the ideal choice for neck-position installations in guitars requiring genuine P90 tone and sensitivity for professional recording work.
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At a Glance
The SP90-1n captures the articulate, dynamically responsive character of vintage P90s, delivering a bright 4.3 kHz presence peak and warm upper-midrange that sits naturally in neck-position tracking and blends well in layered arrangements. Home and professional recording studios will value its clarity across the frequency spectrum and natural breakup that responds transparently to input dynamics and gain staging. The wax-potted, hand-crafted construction and included vintage braided cable make this a reliable, sonically authentic choice for tracking blues, rock, jazz, and indie without the need for tone-shaping compensation.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Indie
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What position is this pickup designed for, and can I use it anywhere in my guitar?
The SP90-1n is optimized for neck position, where its articulate character and responsive dynamics shine without competing with bridge-position output. The 8.22 kΩ DC resistance and vintage-correct 0.745" height profile are designed specifically for neck installation in P90-equipped guitars.
What genres and playing styles does this pickup work best for?
The SP90-1n excels in blues, rock, jazz, and indie, where its warm midrange, punchy definition, and natural breakup reward dynamic playing and pick sensitivity. It is not designed for metal or thrash metal, where higher output and aggressive gain character are priorities.
Is this pickup microphonic, and what makes it feedback-free?
The pickup is wax potted to eliminate microphonic feedback, delivering squeal-free performance in live settings and recording sessions. This construction method is essential for maintaining articulate tone without noise interference during sustained notes or high-gain applications.
What comes in the box, and will I need additional wiring supplies?
The SP90-1n includes a vintage braided single-conductor hookup cable for authentic wiring. Standard guitar soldering tools and basic installation knowledge are required; no other specialized equipment is necessary for installation into P90-routed guitar bodies.
How does this compare to other vintage P90 options?
The SP90-1n combines Seymour Duncan's modern quality control with authentic vintage specifications—matching Gibson P-90 dimensions and tone character—while competitors like Lollar Imperial and Lindy Fralin offer alternative voicings in the same category. Choose the SP90-1n for proven consistency and a balanced warm-bright tone that preserves classic soapbar character.
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