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Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String Passive Mount Neck Pickup vs Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt Bridge Pickup
The alt.metal Blackouts Neck Pickup excels at articulate lead work and clean definition in high-gain contexts, while the Bridge Pickup prioritizes aggressive output and tight low-end punch for rhythm work and cutting through dense mixes. Choose the Neck for lead-focused progressive playing; choose the Bridge for heavy djent and rhythm-driven metal.
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Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String Passive Mount Neck Pickup
Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt Bridge Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String Passive Mount Neck Pickup | Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt Bridge Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145.00 | $145.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String Passive Mount Neck Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position voicing optimized for lead articulation and clarity
- ✓ Alnico 5 magnet provides responsive, defined midrange presence
- ✓ Complete installation package with all wiring and hardware included
- ✓ Balanced sustain ideal for extended-range lead techniques
Why choose Seymour Duncan alt.metal Blackouts 7-String ActMt Bridge Pickup
- ✓ Bridge-position design with high output for aggressive rhythm tones
- ✓ Tight, controlled low-end response cuts through dense mixes
- ✓ Engineered specifically for palm-muting and fast picking attack
- ✓ Extended frequency response tailored for modern metal and djent
Frequently asked questions
Are these pickups sold as a matched pair or individually?
These are individual pickups sold separately by position. You would purchase both the Neck and Bridge versions to equip a complete 7-string guitar.
What is the key tonal difference between neck and bridge positions?
The Neck Pickup emphasizes articulation, defined midrange, and balanced sustain for lead clarity. The Bridge Pickup prioritizes aggressive output, tight low-end control, and punch for rhythm and cutting through dense mixes.
Do both pickups include installation hardware and wiring?
The Neck Pickup ships as a complete system with potentiometers, mounting hardware, cables, capacitor, output jack, battery clip, and wiring. The Bridge Pickup description does not specify a complete installation package included.
Which pickup is better for progressive metal with both lead and rhythm parts?
A matched pair works best: the Neck Pickup handles articulate lead sections with clarity, while the Bridge Pickup delivers the aggressive, punchy response needed for progressive rhythm work and dense tunings.