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Seymour Duncan 78 Model Bridge Nickel Cover Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Green Magic Humbucker Neck Nickel Cover Pickup
The '78 Model is a bridge pickup designed for blues, classic rock, and alternative with balanced clarity and full lows; the Green Magic is a neck pickup built for jazz and fusion with mid-range focus and deliberate out-of-phase character. Choose the '78 if you need a versatile bridge humbucker, and the Green Magic if you're upgrading your neck position for harmonic complexity.
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Seymour Duncan 78 Model Bridge Nickel Cover Pickup
Seymour Duncan Green Magic Humbucker Neck Nickel Cover Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan 78 Model Bridge Nickel Cover Pickup | Seymour Duncan Green Magic Humbucker Neck Nickel Cover Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.00 | $149.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan 78 Model Bridge Nickel Cover Pickup
- ✓ Medium output sits naturally in bridge position without overwhelming neck pickups
- ✓ Smooth sustain with controlled treble makes it work across blues, rock, and alternative
- ✓ Hand-calibrated Alnico II design with wax potting ensures consistent performance and low feedback
- ✓ 9.0 kOhm DC resistance balances clarity with substantial output
Why choose Seymour Duncan Green Magic Humbucker Neck Nickel Cover Pickup
- ✓ Flipped magnet configuration creates out-of-phase interaction with standard bridge pickups for unique tonal textures
- ✓ Mid-range clarity and reduced low-end muddiness ideal for jazz and fusion articulation
- ✓ Nickel cover provides vintage aesthetic while managing electromagnetic interference
- ✓ Specialized design emphasizes note definition and separation in blended voicings
Frequently asked questions
Can I use both pickups together in the same guitar?
Yes, but they serve different positions: the '78 Model is designed for bridge, while the Green Magic is designed for neck. The Green Magic's flipped magnet design deliberately creates out-of-phase character when paired with a standard-polarity bridge pickup, which some players value for tonal variation.
Which is better for metal or hard rock?
The '78 Model is listed as suitable for hard rock with its medium output and controlled treble, but neither pickup is ideal for metal or djent applications. The '78 is the better choice of the two if metal is a consideration.
What is the output level difference?
The '78 Model has a specified 9.0 kOhm DC resistance with medium output. The Green Magic's specifications do not list DC resistance or output level, but its design emphasizes articulation and clarity over raw output, suggesting it is moderate to medium output suited to neck position.
Are both hand-calibrated and wax-potted?
The '78 Model is confirmed hand-calibrated in Santa Barbara and wax-potted for stability. The Green Magic's potting and calibration details are not specified in the available description.