Seymour Duncan AHB-1b Blackouts, Bridge, Black Chr Pickup
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11106-31-BCHRc
Description
Seymour Duncan AHB-1b Blackouts Bridge Pickup – Black Chrome
The Seymour Duncan AHB-1b Blackouts is a high-output active humbucker built for aggressive styles that demand clarity, articulation, and punch without sacrificing tonal definition. This bridge model delivers a tight, controlled response with extended frequency range—essential for metal, hardcore, and modern rock players who need fast tracking and noise rejection when playing loud venues and recording complex arrangements.
Active Design & Noise Performance
Built as a 9-volt active humbucker, the AHB-1b uses onboard electronics to achieve 12–14dB less noise than passive alternatives while maintaining increased output, extended low-end response, and enhanced high-frequency clarity. The three-conductor shielded cable ensures clean signal transfer with minimal interference—critical when you're running through a full rig or multiple effects.
Tone Characteristics & Installation
A ceramic bar magnet and tuned 530 KHz resonant peak produce aggressive midrange presence paired with open highs, letting your notes cut through a dense mix on stage. The onboard EQ stack—Bass: 6, Mid: 5, Treble: 8—is optimized for the bridge position to maintain articulation in high-gain contexts. Installation is straightforward with included mounting hardware, pots, output jack, battery clip, quick-connector cables, capacitor, and all wiring necessary to get up and running.
Key Features
- 9-volt active humbucker design
- 12–14dB noise reduction with increased output
- Ceramic bar magnet
- 530 KHz resonant peak (bridge tuning)
- Three-conductor shielded cable
- Onboard EQ: Bass 6 / Mid 5 / Treble 8
- Bridge-position voicing
- Black chrome finish
- Includes mounting hardware, pots, jack, and battery clip
- Quick-connector cables and installation wiring included
The AHB-1b delivers the clarity and headroom you need from a premium active bridge pickup, with all installation components already in the box so you're ready to swap and play without tracking down extra parts.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan AHB-1b Blackouts is a 9-volt active humbucker bridge pickup engineered for metal, djent, and hard rock—delivering high output, tight low-end control, and aggressive midrange presence with 12–14dB noise rejection for clean tracking through dense, high-gain rigs. Its tuned EQ stack (Bass 6, Mid 5, Treble 8) and extended frequency response cut through dense mixes and stay articulate even under heavy distortion, making it a go-to choice for gigging and touring musicians who demand reliability and clarity night after night. Complete installation hardware and wiring are included, so you're ready to drop it in and hit the stage.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Djent, Thrash Metal |
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| Tonal character | High output, tight low end, aggressive midrange, extended highs, noise rejection |
| Less specialized for | Blues, Jazz, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pickup compatible with my guitar, and what does installation involve?
The AHB-1b is a standard humbucker bridge pickup that fits any guitar with standard humbucker routing. Installation requires a 9-volt battery and includes all necessary mounting hardware, pots, output jack, battery clip, quick-connector cables, capacitor, and wiring—no extra purchases needed to get it installed and working.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The AHB-1b is optimized for metal, djent, thrash, and hard rock where high output, aggressive midrange, tight low end, and noise rejection are essential. It is not recommended for blues, jazz, or folk, where its aggressive voiced EQ and active character would not serve the tonal goals of those genres.
How does the active design affect noise and output compared to passive pickups?
The 9-volt active circuit delivers 12–14dB less noise than passive alternatives while providing increased output and extended frequency response. This means cleaner signal transfer with minimal interference, especially important for high-gain rigs and studio recordings where noise floor matters.
What is the onboard EQ, and is it adjustable?
The AHB-1b ships with a fixed onboard EQ stack tuned for bridge position: Bass 6, Mid 5, Treble 8. This EQ is preset to deliver aggressive presence and cutting power in the mix; it is not user-adjustable after installation.
How does this compare to other popular active bridge pickups like the EMG 81?
The AHB-1b delivers similar high-output active performance and noise rejection as the EMG 81, but with a more aggressive midrange voicing and tighter low-end response. Direct tone comparison depends on your rig and genres; the 81 is a staple in metal production, while the AHB-1b is tuned for modern djent and tight thrash articulation.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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