Seymour Duncan TB-5 Duncan Custom Trmbkr White 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
- 11103-17-W
Description
Seymour Duncan TB-5 Duncan Custom Trembucker White Pickup
The TB-5 Duncan Custom Trembucker captures articulate, focused high-end response with controlled midrange punch—a pickup engineered to cut through dense mixes and maintain definition across gain structures. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, this medium-output design bridges the gap between vintage character and modern aggression, recording with equal clarity in rock, metal, and fusion sessions.
Tone & Recording Character
The small ceramic bar magnet and 14.8k Ohm DC resistance produce a balanced output with crisp articulation and natural breakup at moderate gain levels. Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic noise while preserving tonal clarity, ensuring consistent tracking performance whether recording clean passes or high-gain layers.
Design & Compatibility
Engineered with F-spacing for Trembucker configuration, this pickup accommodates modern bridge positions with increased string spacing, offering tonal consistency across instruments in your session palette. The nickel silver bottom plate and 4-conductor lead wire enable flexible wiring options for integrating into varied studio setups while maintaining durability and signal integrity.
Key Features
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California
- Small ceramic bar magnet
- 14.8k Ohm DC resistance
- Medium output level
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring configurations
- Vacuum wax potted construction
- Trembucker (F-spaced) configuration
- White finish
This pickup combines proven Seymour Duncan craftsmanship with practical specifications that reward tracking precision and mix-ready tone.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan TB-5 Duncan Custom Trembucker is a hand-built, medium-output pickup that delivers articulate high-end response and controlled midrange definition, making it a versatile choice for recording rock, metal, and fusion tracks. The 14.8k Ohm resistance and small ceramic bar magnet produce crisp articulation and natural breakup that sits well in dense mixes, while the 4-conductor lead wire offers flexible wiring options for tracking sessions. Vacuum wax potting ensures consistent, noise-free recordings across different gain settings.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Fusion
- ✓ Hard Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does F-spacing or Trembucker mean, and does it fit my guitar?
Trembucker (F-spacing) pickups are designed for bridge positions on modern guitars with increased string spacing between the outer strings. This configuration ensures proper string alignment and magnetic coverage on guitars that use Tremolo bridges or have wider spacing than traditional single-coil guitars.
How does the TB-5 compare to other Seymour Duncan options like the SH-5?
The TB-5 is the Trembucker version of the Duncan Custom (SH-5), with the same tonal character and output but engineered for the wider string spacing of bridge positions on modern guitars. Both deliver articulate, focused high-end response with controlled midrange punch.
Is this pickup good for both clean and high-gain tones?
Yes. The medium output level and balanced design produce crisp articulation when played clean or at moderate gain, while the natural breakup characteristics make it equally effective for high-gain applications on both stage and in the studio.
What does vacuum wax potting do?
Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic noise (feedback and squealing caused by coil vibration) while preserving the pickup's tonal clarity and response. This ensures consistent, stable performance across different amplifiers and playing styles.
Can I use the 4-conductor lead wire for different wiring options?
Yes. The 4-conductor lead wire enables multiple wiring configurations, giving you flexibility to split coils, reverse polarity, or use series/parallel wiring depending on your guitar's electronics and tone preferences.
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