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Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Neck Black Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Neck Cream Pickup
Both are hand-built Seymour Duncan neck pickups inspired by Billy Gibbons with Alnico 5 magnets and vacuum wax potting, but the Black version emphasizes single-coil routing compatibility (fitting standard single-coil routs without modification), while the Cream version is a traditional humbucker sized for standard humbucker cavities. Choose the Black if your guitar has single-coil routing; choose the Cream if it has a standard humbucker neck cavity.
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Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Neck Black Pickup
Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Neck Cream Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Neck Black Pickup | Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Neck Cream Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.00 | $129.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Neck Black Pickup
- ✓ Fits standard single-coil routs — no guitar modification needed
- ✓ True hum-cancelling humbucker in compact single-coil size
- ✓ Engineered specifically for clarity and sustain in neck position
Why choose Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Neck Cream Pickup
- ✓ Detailed electrical specs provided (11.29 ohms DCR, 11.078 K inductance)
- ✓ Moderate output balances dynamics with enough signal for overdrive/distortion
- ✓ Fits standard humbucker neck cavities in most guitars
Frequently asked questions
What's the main physical difference between these two pickups?
The Black version is a single-coil-sized humbucker designed to fit standard single-coil routs without modification. The Cream version is a full-sized humbucker designed for standard humbucker cavities.
Are the tone characteristics different between them?
Both use Alnico 5 magnets and vacuum wax potting for warm, articulate tone with feedback-free performance. The Cream is specifically noted as moderate output, balancing dynamics with enough signal for overdrive and distortion.
Which pickup should I choose if I'm unsure about my guitar's cavity size?
Measure your current neck pickup cavity. If it's a single-coil-width slot, choose the Black. If it's a full humbucker-width cavity, choose the Cream. Do not assume based on the guitar's appearance alone.
Do both pickups support coil-splitting and other wiring options?
Yes, both feature 4-conductor lead wire that accommodates multiple wiring configurations including series, parallel, and split-coil operation depending on your guitar's electronics setup.