Seymour Duncan SP90-2n Hot P90 Soapbar Black Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11302-09-Bc
Description
Seymour Duncan SP90-2n Hot P90 Soapbar Black Pickup
The SP90-2n Hot captures punchy, articulate midrange attack with extended output that sits prominently in a mix without sacrificing clarity. This ceramic-magnet P90 tracks well across both vintage and modern recording sessions, producing the soapbar's characteristic warmth while pushing harder into overdrive territory for driven textures. Hand-built craftsmanship and vacuum wax potting ensure rock-solid reliability and squeal-free operation across your signal chain.
Tonal Character & Mix Presence
With 11.86 kΩ resistance and a frequency peak at 5.1 kHz, this pickup emphasizes presence and definition across the midrange, cutting through dense mixes with definition. The hotter output pairs well with both clean and driven tones, offering enough gain in reserve to drive amp front ends without sounding sterile or overly compressed during tracking and layering.
Installation & Studio Integration
Built in Santa Barbara, California using two small ceramic bar magnets, the SP90-2n is a direct drop-in replacement for Gibson-sized P90 soapbar routes. At .585" height, it fits standard P90 cavities without modification, and the included single-conductor braided hookup cable simplifies setup and integration into your recording rig.
Key Features
- Two small ceramic bar magnets
- 11.86 kΩ resistance
- 5.1 kHz frequency peak
- .585" height profile
- Single-conductor braided hookup cable included
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Drop-in replacement for Gibson-sized P90 soapbar routes
- Soapbar form factor
- Hot output for modern and vintage applications
The SP90-2n Hot combines classic P90 character with modern output and USA-built reliability, making it a solid choice for engineers and producers seeking proven tonal performance across tracking and mixing sessions.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SP90-2n Hot brings punchy, defined midrange presence and high output to home and professional studios, making it ideal for recording blues, rock, and indie tracks where clarity and cut matter. Its 5.1 kHz frequency peak emphasizes articulation and presence in the mix, and the hotter ceramic-magnet design drives recording preamps and tape emulation plugins without sounding compressed or sterile. Drop it into a soapbar route for a versatile, hand-built USA pickup that records with warmth and punch across clean and driven takes.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Indie
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What size cavity does the SP90-2n fit, and does it require modification?
The SP90-2n is a direct drop-in replacement for Gibson-sized P90 soapbar routes at .585" height and requires no modification to standard P90 cavities.
How does the hot output compare to other P90 options?
With 11.86 kΩ resistance and a ceramic-magnet design, the SP90-2n delivers extended output that cuts through a mix while maintaining clarity—making it hotter than the classic SP90-1n but still retaining warm, articulate character suited for blues, rock, and indie rather than metal genres.
What's included in the box?
The pickup comes with a single-conductor braided hookup cable for straightforward wiring installation.
Will this pickup eliminate hum and squeal?
Yes—vacuum wax potting provides squeal-free operation and rock-solid reliability under live and studio conditions.
What genres and tones does the SP90-2n suit best?
It excels in blues, rock, hard rock, and indie applications with both clean and driven tones; the punchy midrange attack and defined presence make it less suited for metal and djent styles.
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