Seymour Duncan TB-59 '59 Trembucker Black Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11103-05-B
Description
Seymour Duncan TB-59 '59 Trembucker Black Pickup
The TB-59 '59 Trembucker captures articulate, vintage-inspired tones with controlled output that translates across rhythm and lead tracking in diverse genres and session contexts. Built with Alnico V magnets and hand-assembled in Santa Barbara, this pickup excels in guitars equipped with tremolo systems or wide-spaced hardtail bridges, where standard pole spacing falls short. The balanced EQ profile emphasizes clarity in the treble and midrange while maintaining warmth in the low end, making it well-suited for both close-mic'd and blended recording approaches.
Tone & Recording Character
A DC resistance of 8.13 kΩ and 6 kHz resonant peak produce focused, articulate response with natural breakup at moderate gain levels, capturing definition that sits distinctly in a mix without requiring aggressive EQ intervention. The 6/3/8 bass-mid-treble EQ profile prioritizes upper-midrange and treble presence while keeping bass controlled, ensuring the pickup cuts through without muddiness in dense arrangements. Four-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting and other wiring configurations to expand tonal options within a single session or production context.
Construction & Design
The wider pole piece spacing of Trembucker design positions magnets optimally on guitars with tremolo or wide-spaced bridge configurations, ensuring balanced magnetic field alignment across all strings for consistent recording performance. Hand-waxed potting eliminates microphonic feedback during tracking and overdubs, while vintage single-conductor braided lead wire and nickel-silver bottom plate preserve classic construction standards and deliver the tonal character expected in professional studio applications.
Key Features
- Alnico V bar magnet
- Nickel-silver bottom plate
- 42AWG plain enamel magnet wire
- Vintage single-conductor braided push-back lead wire
- Vacuum wax potting
- DC Resistance: 8.13 kΩ
- Resonant Peak (Bridge): 6 kHz
- Four-conductor wiring
- Trembucker pole piece spacing for wide-spaced bridges and tremolo systems
- EQ Profile: 6 Bass / 3 Mid / 8 Treble
- Hand-made in Santa Barbara, California
- No logo
This TB-59 combines authentic vintage character with practical design refinement, delivering the articulate, well-defined tone needed for professional recording and production across session applications.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan TB-59 '59 Trembucker is a hand-waxed, Alnico V bridge pickup engineered for wide-spaced bridge configurations, offering articulate, vintage-inspired character that sits well in studio mixes without muddiness. Its 6 kHz resonant peak and balanced 6/3/8 EQ profile emphasize upper-midrange and treble clarity while preserving warm low-end response, making it ideal for recording blues, rock, and classic hard-rock tones. Four-conductor wiring expands recording and production flexibility through coil-splitting and alternative configurations.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Trembucker spacing mean, and when do I need it?
Trembucker pole pieces are spaced wider apart to align properly with guitars that have tremolo systems (like Fender Strats) or hardtail bridges with wider string spacing. Use a standard bridge pickup if your guitar has a standard 49.2mm pole spacing; use the Trembucker if you have a tremolo or wide-spaced hardtail setup.
Will this pickup work for metal or high-gain genres?
No—the TB-59 is voiced for blues, rock, and hard rock with controlled output and natural breakup at moderate gain levels. It prioritizes articulation and clarity over the extreme output needed for metal or djent styles.
What does the four-conductor wiring enable?
Four-conductor wiring allows coil-splitting and other custom wiring configurations, expanding your tonal palette and recording flexibility beyond the stock setup.
What are the specifications and what does the 8.13 kΩ DC resistance tell me?
The pickup has 8.13 kΩ DC resistance and a 6 kHz resonant peak, which produce focused, articulate response with a balanced EQ profile (6 bass, 3 mid, 8 treble) that emphasizes upper-midrange and treble while keeping the low end warm and controlled. It's hand-assembled in Santa Barbara with Alnico V magnets, vacuum wax potting, and vintage single-conductor braided lead wire.
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