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Seymour Duncan S-7 Benedetto Pickup (Black) vs Seymour Duncan PAF Benedetto Pickup (Black or Nickel)
The S-7 Benedetto is a specialized 7-string floating pickup engineered exclusively for archtop guitars with floating systems, while the PAF Benedetto is a standard 6-string humbucker that works with conventional mounting rings on semi-hollow and solid-body jazz boxes. Choose the S-7 if you play a high-end archtop that requires non-invasive installation; choose the PAF if you need versatility across different jazz guitar body styles.
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Seymour Duncan PAF Benedetto Pickup (Black or Nickel)
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan S-7 Benedetto Pickup (Black) | Seymour Duncan PAF Benedetto Pickup (Black or Nickel) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139.00 | $139.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Any Position | Any Position |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan S-7 Benedetto Pickup (Black)
- ✓ Purpose-built for 7-string archtops with floating pickup systems
- ✓ Low-profile design preserves guitar's structural integrity and acoustic properties
- ✓ Floating mount installation avoids altering high-end instruments
- ✓ Optimized for steel, nickel, and bronze strings
Why choose Seymour Duncan PAF Benedetto Pickup (Black or Nickel)
- ✓ Standard humbucker mount fits most semi-hollow and archtop guitars
- ✓ 4-conductor wiring enables split-coil and series/parallel switching options
- ✓ 8.3k ohms resistance balanced for clarity without losing natural resonance
- ✓ Works equally well across different jazz guitar body styles
Frequently asked questions
Which pickup should I choose if I have a vintage archtop jazz guitar?
If your archtop uses a floating pickup system (common on high-end instruments), the S-7 Benedetto is purpose-built for this and won't require structural modification. If your archtop has standard humbucker routing, the PAF Benedetto will work with its conventional mounting ring.
Can the PAF Benedetto work on 7-string guitars?
No. The PAF Benedetto is a standard 6-string humbucker. The S-7 Benedetto is specifically engineered as a 7-string humbucker for archtop applications.
What's the difference in output and tone between these two?
Both use Alnico 5 magnets and deliver warm, articulate jazz tones. The PAF Benedetto is specified at 8.3k ohms with balanced midrange and smooth clarity. The S-7 is optimized for archtop harmonic complexity. The PAF's 4-conductor wiring offers more switching flexibility if your guitar supports it.
Are both pickups hand-built?
Yes. Both the S-7 Benedetto and PAF Benedetto are handcrafted in Seymour Duncan's Santa Barbara workshop to ensure quality and consistency.