Seymour Duncan SP90-3b Custom P90 Soapbar Black Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11302-12-Bc
Description
Seymour Duncan SP90-3b Custom P90 Soapbar Black Pickup
The SP90-3b captures the articulate, woody midrange signature of P90 designs while delivering enhanced output and clarity through its overwound coil construction. Engineered for bridge-position tracking in Gibson-sized soapbar cavities, this pickup responds with punchy attack and controlled sustain across a wide dynamic range, making it ideal for recording sessions where definition and presence are critical. Hand-built in Santa Barbara using time-tested vacuum wax potting, it offers the tonal consistency and reliability demanded by professional studio applications.
Tone & Output Character
A 14.61 kΩ DC resistance and 3.5 KHz resonant peak place this pickup in the ideal zone for mixing clarity with vintage character. The overwound coil design pushes output without sacrificing harmonic definition, while the EQ curve of 6 (Bass) / 5 (Mid) / 6 (Treble) emphasizes fundamental thickness and articulate high-end presence, allowing the pickup to cut through dense arrangements without muddying the critical midrange.
Construction & Reliability
Dual large ceramic magnets provide strong magnetic field strength and responsive sustain across all frequencies, ensuring consistent tracking through overdubs and punch-ins. The vacuum wax potted construction eliminates microphonic feedback—essential for clean recording chains—while the single-conductor braided hookup cable simplifies integration into your wiring scheme and minimizes noise floor contamination.
Key Features
- DC Resistance: 14.61 kΩ (bridge position)
- Resonant Peak: 3.5 KHz
- Dual large ceramic magnets
- Overwound coil design for enhanced output
- EQ Response: 6 Bass / 5 Mid / 6 Treble
- Vacuum wax potted construction
- Single-conductor braided hookup cable included
- Gibson-sized P90 soapbar format (drop-in replacement)
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
The SP90-3b combines classic P90 character with Seymour Duncan's manufacturing precision, making it a dependable choice for producers and engineers seeking articulate, focused tone that translates well to tape and digital recording.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SP90-3b is a studio-ready P90 pickup that captures punchy attack and controlled sustain with woody midrange definition and high-end shimmer, sitting naturally in dense mixes without losing articulate clarity. Hand-built with overwound coils and vacuum wax potting, it responds evenly across all frequencies and works across blues, rock, indie, and funk production without muddying vocals or guitars in the same register. Choose it to add modern presence and tonal consistency to P90-equipped guitars while tracking, layering, and mixing.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Funk
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What position is the SP90-3b designed for?
The SP90-3b is optimized for bridge position use, with a DC resistance of 14.61 kΩ and a 3.5 kHz resonant peak tuned to deliver punchy attack and articulate treble in that location.
Will this work in my Gibson P90-equipped guitar?
Yes—the SP90-3b is a Gibson-sized soapbar that drops in as a direct replacement, with a single-conductor braided cable included for simplified wiring.
Is the SP90-3b good for metal or high-gain styles?
No; this pickup is voiced for blues, rock, indie, and funk and is not recommended for metal or thrash metal applications, which require different output and frequency characteristics.
What makes the SP90-3b reliable for gigging and recording?
Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback, overwound coils deliver responsive output without muddiness, and hand-built construction in Santa Barbara ensures long-term tonal consistency under repeated use.
How does the EQ respond across the frequency spectrum?
With a 6 Bass / 5 Mid / 6 Treble EQ curve, the SP90-3b emphasizes fundamental thickness and high-end shimmer while keeping the midrange articulate and defined, avoiding the dark or muddy character of some vintage P90s.
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. 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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