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Seymour Duncan 8-String Invader Bridge, Active Mount, Soapbar Pickup vs Seymour Duncan 7-String Invader Bridge, Passive Mount, BlkMetal Pickup
The 8-String Invader is built for true extended-range 8-string guitars with active electronics and higher output (22.1K ohms), while the 7-String Invader is a passive pickup optimized for 7-string guitars in drop tunings with a balanced midrange focus (16.8K ohms). Choose the 8-String if you play 8-string extended-range metal; choose the 7-String if you play 7-string drop-tuned rigs or need a passive-mount drop-in replacement.
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Seymour Duncan 8-String Invader Bridge, Active Mount, Soapbar Pickup
Seymour Duncan 7-String Invader Bridge, Passive Mount, BlkMetal Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan 8-String Invader Bridge, Active Mount, Soapbar Pickup | Seymour Duncan 7-String Invader Bridge, Passive Mount, BlkMetal Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145.00 | $145.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan 8-String Invader Bridge, Active Mount, Soapbar Pickup
- ✓ Designed specifically for 8-string guitars and extended-range instruments
- ✓ Active Mount configuration for guitars with active electronics already installed
- ✓ Higher output (22.1K DCR) for cutting through extremely dense tunings
- ✓ Soapbar form factor with exposed hex poles for aesthetic customization
Why choose Seymour Duncan 7-String Invader Bridge, Passive Mount, BlkMetal Pickup
- ✓ Passive Mount requires no guitar routing modifications—true plug-and-play fit
- ✓ Balanced EQ (7/8/4) emphasizes mids and bass for clarity in drop tunings
- ✓ Optimized 16.8K DCR and 5 kHz resonant peak for 7-string focused response
- ✓ Lower output makes it versatile across heavier styles without excessive gain feedback
Frequently asked questions
What's the key difference between these two pickups?
The 8-String Invader is a high-output active-mount soapbar designed for true 8-string extended-range guitars (22.1K DCR), while the 7-String Invader is a mid-focused passive-mount humbucker optimized for 7-string drop-tuned guitars (16.8K DCR). They are wired for different guitar configurations and string counts.
Which one fits my guitar without modification?
The 7-String Invader uses classic passive mount and requires no routing. The 8-String Invader requires an active-mount cavity, so it only fits guitars pre-routed for active pickups; if your guitar has standard passive routing, the 7-String is your option.
Will the 8-String Invader work in a 7-string guitar?
No. The 8-String Invader is designed for 8-string extended-range guitars with active electronics and will not fit standard 7-string routing. Use the 7-String Invader for 7-string guitars.
Which has more output?
The 8-String Invader is significantly hotter at 22.1K DCR versus the 7-String's 16.8K DCR, making it better for extreme gain and very dense tunings on 8-string instruments.