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Seymour Duncan Humbucker APS-1 Alinco 2 Pro Staggered Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Humbucker APS-1L Alinco 2 Pro Staggered Pickup(Left Handed)
Both are Seymour Duncan APS-1 Alnico 2 Pro Staggered single-coils designed for vintage blues and rock tones, but the APS-1L is specifically wound and magnetically oriented for left-handed guitars. Choose the standard APS-1 if you play right-handed; choose the APS-1L only if you play left-handed.
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Seymour Duncan Humbucker APS-1 Alinco 2 Pro Staggered Pickup
Seymour Duncan Humbucker APS-1L Alinco 2 Pro Staggered Pickup(Left Handed)
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Humbucker APS-1 Alinco 2 Pro Staggered Pickup | Seymour Duncan Humbucker APS-1L Alinco 2 Pro Staggered Pickup(Left Handed) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $89.00 | $89.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Any Position | Any Position |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker APS-1 Alinco 2 Pro Staggered Pickup
- ✓ Right-handed magnet stagger pattern for standard instrument orientation
- ✓ Treble-forward 5/4/7 EQ curve cuts through mixes with articulate presence
- ✓ Hand-wound and hand-ground Alnico 2 for consistent magnetic field
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker APS-1L Alinco 2 Pro Staggered Pickup(Left Handed)
- ✓ Left-handed magnet stagger pattern matches left-handed guitar construction
- ✓ Described as warmer and spongier in bass response for rounder overall tone
- ✓ Softer attack suits players who prefer amp-driven distortion over pickup crunch
Frequently asked questions
What's the actual difference between these two pickups?
The APS-1L has a left-handed magnet stagger pattern and is wound to account for reversed string order on left-handed guitars. The standard APS-1 is right-handed. Both use identical Alnico 2 magnets, Formvar wire, and wax-potted construction.
Do they have different tonal characteristics, or is it just the handedness?
The descriptions emphasize slightly different tonal profiles—the standard APS-1 is noted as treble-forward and articulate, while the APS-1L is described as warmer with spongier bass. This reflects how the same magnetic and winding approach voices differently when oriented for left-handed instrument geometry.
Are both suitable for blues, country, and rock?
Yes. Both are rated for blues, country, and rock. The APS-1L specifically lists classic rock and surf as well. Neither suits metal or djent. Choose based on whether your guitar is left-handed or right-handed, not tone preference.
Can I use the APS-1L on a right-handed guitar or vice versa?
Technically you could install either, but it would not be properly calibrated. The magnet stagger and pole-piece alignment are designed for each hand orientation to maintain consistent string response across all six strings.