Seymour Duncan 78 Model Neck Reverse Zebra Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11104-12-RZ
Description
Seymour Duncan 78 Model Neck Reverse Zebra Pickup
The 78 Model Neck in Reverse Zebra delivers the warm, articulate character that defined vintage Les Paul recordings, with hand-built construction that prioritizes clarity and controlled output. This pickup excels in the neck position, where its balanced response prevents muddiness while retaining the full-bodied warmth players expect from classic voiced designs. The reverse-wound, reverse-polarity configuration cancels hum when paired with a standard-wound bridge pickup, making it a practical choice for working guitars.
Tone & Construction
Built by hand in California, the 78 Model Neck uses an Alnico 2 magnet to generate smooth, woody midrange with naturally compressed dynamics. Its 7.9k DCR keeps the output moderate and responsive to pick dynamics, ideal for players who value articulation and note separation over raw power.
Technical Specifications
The pickup employs a 4-conductor shielded cable for flexible wiring options and hum rejection. Standard spacing with short legs fits most Gibson-style instruments without modification, ensuring straightforward installation and reliable performance on stage and in the studio.
Key Features
- DC Resistance: 7.9k (Neck position)
- Magnet: Alnico 2
- Cable: 4-conductor Shielded
- Type: Passive
- Spacing: Standard Spaced, short leg
- Reverse Wound, Reverse Polarity (Zebra)
- Hand Built in California
- Designed for neck position installation
The Seymour Duncan 78 Model Neck combines vintage tonality with modern build quality, delivering the balanced, noise-free performance that gigging musicians depend on night after night.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan 78 Model Neck Reverse Zebra is a hand-built Alnico 2 humbucker that captures the warm, articulate character of vintage Les Paul recordings without the hum—ideal for blues, jazz, and classic rock players who need clarity and controlled dynamics on stage. Its 7.9k output stays responsive to your pick while the reverse-wound configuration eliminates 60-cycle noise when paired with a standard bridge pickup, making it a reliable workhorse for gigging musicians. Drop it into any Gibson-style neck position and get that naturally compressed, woody midrange that sits perfectly in a live mix without muddiness.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Reverse Zebra mean, and why does it matter?
Reverse Zebra refers to the pickup's reverse-wound, reverse-polarity winding. When paired with a standard-wound bridge pickup, this configuration cancels out 60-cycle hum, eliminating noise without active circuitry—essential for clean recordings and quiet stage performance.
Is this pickup too warm for articulate playing styles?
No. While the 78 Model delivers warm, woody midrange, its 7.9k output and Alnico 2 magnet remain responsive to pick dynamics and provide excellent note separation, making it suitable for fingerstyle, picking, and jazz applications where clarity matters.
Will this fit my Gibson-style guitar without modification?
Yes. The pickup uses standard Gibson spacing with short legs and drops into any Gibson-style neck position without routing or modification, assuming your instrument has a standard humbucker cavity.
What genres and styles is this pickup best suited for?
The 78 Model excels in blues, jazz, classic rock, and studio sessions where warm, balanced tone and note clarity are priorities. It is not designed for metal or high-gain djent applications.
How does the 4-conductor shielded cable improve installation and performance?
The 4-conductor design offers flexible wiring options—split-coil configurations, series/parallel switching—while the shielding rejects electromagnetic interference, ensuring clean signal path from guitar to amp or interface.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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