Seymour Duncan 7 Str, Nazgûl\Sentient Matte Black Pickup Set
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11108-96-B7
Description
Seymour Duncan 7-String Nazgûl/Sentient Matte Black Pickup Set
This matched pair delivers aggressive, articulate high-output performance engineered specifically for 7-string extended-range instruments. The Nazgûl bridge pickup and Sentient neck pickup combine complementary voicings and construction methods to maintain clarity and definition across heavy tunings and dynamic playing styles. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, these pickups are vacuum wax potted for eliminated microphonics and reliable squeal-free operation in high-gain contexts.
Tonal Characteristics & Output
The Nazgûl (bridge) uses a ceramic bar magnet and punchy 16.52 kΩ DC resistance with a 4.28 kHz resonant peak for aggressive low-end punch and defined attack, while the Sentient (neck) pairs Alnico V rod magnets with 9.2 kΩ resistance and a 5.57 kHz resonant peak for articulate, responsive upper-midrange clarity. The bridge pickup's EQ profile (5/9/8 bass/mid/treble) emphasizes midrange aggression, while the neck's (4/3/8) prioritizes treble definition with scooped mids—this combination maintains separation between pickups without sacrificing coherence on stage or in the studio.
Construction & Wiring Flexibility
Both pickups feature nickel silver bottom plates, four-conductor lead wiring for flexible coil-splitting and series/parallel configuration options, and vacuum wax potting for noise-free performance under any conditions. Passive humbucker design ensures straightforward installation into standard 7-string cavities without preamp requirements, making these reliable drop-in replacements for touring and recording.
Key Features
- Nazgûl bridge pickup: 16.52 kΩ DC resistance with ceramic bar magnet
- Nazgûl resonant peak: 4.28 KHz for aggressive midrange
- Nazgûl EQ: 5 bass / 9 mid / 8 treble
- Sentient neck pickup: 9.2 kΩ DC resistance with Alnico V rod magnets
- Sentient resonant peak: 5.57 KHz for articulate upper mids
- Sentient EQ: 4 bass / 3 mid / 8 treble
- Four-conductor wiring on both pickups for coil-splitting and series/parallel options
- Nickel silver bottom plates for shielding and resonance control
- Vacuum wax potted for microphonic-free, squeal-free operation
- Passive high-output humbucker design
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA factory
- Matte black finish
This set delivers the tonal separation and high-output clarity demanded by modern extended-range players without sacrificing the cohesive voicing required for balanced, road-ready instrument performance.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Nazgûl/Sentient 7-string pickup set pairs an aggressive ceramic-magnet bridge pickup with an articulate Alnico V neck pickup, engineered for heavy tunings and high-gain contexts without muddiness or feedback. Built in Santa Barbara with vacuum wax potting and four-conductor wiring for flexible configuration, these pickups deliver the defined attack and midrange aggression metal and djent players demand on extended-range instruments. Choose this set for road-ready reliability and tonal separation that stays clear and controlled even under the most punishing playing conditions.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What tunings and instruments are these pickups designed for?
These pickups are engineered specifically for 7-string extended-range guitars and maintain clarity and definition across heavy tunings. The matched voicing and high-output design handle the demanding frequency demands of metal, djent, and progressive playing.
Can I coil-split or configure these pickups differently?
Yes, both pickups feature four-conductor lead wiring that allows for flexible coil-splitting and series/parallel configuration options, giving you tonal versatility without requiring modification to the cores themselves.
Will these pickups feedback or squeal in high-gain contexts?
No, both pickups are vacuum wax potted for microphonic-free operation and engineered for squeal-free performance under any high-gain conditions. The construction method and potting process eliminate noise that can occur in passive designs.
Do I need a preamp or special electronics to use these pickups?
No, these are passive humbucker pickups that drop directly into standard 7-string cavities without any preamp or active electronics required. They work with your existing wiring and controls.
How do the bridge and neck pickups differ tonally?
The Nazgûl bridge (16.52 kΩ ceramic magnet) emphasizes aggressive low-end punch and midrange aggression, while the Sentient neck (9.2 kΩ Alnico V) provides articulate upper-midrange clarity with scooped mids. Together they maintain separation and cohesion across extended-range tunings.
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