Seymour Duncan AHB-1s Blackouts, Set, Black Chr Pickup
Share
- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
In stock
Only 1 left
- SKU
- 11106-32-BCHRc
Description
Seymour Duncan AHB-1s Blackouts, Set, Black Chrome
The Seymour Duncan AHB-1s Blackouts deliver aggressive, articulate tones with exceptional clarity and punch. These 9-volt active humbuckers are engineered for modern metal and high-gain applications, offering tight low-end response and defined midrange presence that cuts through dense mixes. The set includes both neck and bridge pickups with all necessary hardware and installation components.
Tone & Active Electronics
Each pickup operates on a single 9-volt battery, providing consistent output and noise-free operation across all dynamic ranges. The Neck magnet (Alnico V Bar) and Bridge magnet (Ceramic Bar) are paired with tuned resonant peaks—750 kHz (Neck) and 530 kHz (Bridge)—to deliver balanced articulation without feedback or muddiness. The EQ circuit (Bass/Mid/Treble: 6/5/8) on both pickups remains neutral and transparent, preserving natural pick attack while controlling harmonic bloom.
Stage Reliability & Setup
Both pickups utilize blade magnets compatible with humbucker and Trembucker string spacing, ensuring flexible mounting options across different guitar architectures. The included three-conductor shielded cables and quick-connector connections make for straightforward solderless installation, while the complete hardware package—potentiometers, capacitor, output jack, battery clip, and installation wire—gives you everything required for reliable gigging performance without additional sourcing.
Key Features
- 2-piece active humbucker pickup set (neck and bridge)
- 9-volt active humbucker design
- Neck magnet: Alnico V Bar
- Bridge magnet: Ceramic Bar
- Resonant peak: Neck 750 kHz, Bridge 530 kHz
- EQ circuit (Bass/Mid/Treble): Neck 6/5/8, Bridge 6/5/8
- Three-conductor shielded cable
- Blade magnets compatible with humbucker and Trembucker spacings
- Includes potentiometers, hardware, quick-connector cables, capacitor, output jack, battery clip, and installation wire
The AHB-1s Blackouts remain the go-to active pickup choice for touring and session players who need modern tone, dependable electronics, and a complete installation package ready for the road.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|
Reviews
At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan AHB-1s Blackouts are active humbuckers built for metal and hard rock, delivering tight low-end punch and articulate midrange that cuts through dense live mixes without noise or feedback. Intermediate to pro players who need aggressive clarity and defined attack will appreciate the balanced Alnico V (neck) and Ceramic (bridge) magnets that stay tight even at high gain. The complete hardware package and quick-connector cables make installation straightforward, and the 9-volt design ensures consistent output night after night on stage.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Djent, High-Gain, Studio Sessions |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Tight low end, articulate midrange, aggressive clarity, punch through dense mixes, noise-free operation |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What magnets are in the neck and bridge, and how do they differ?
The neck pickup uses an Alnico V Bar magnet tuned to 750 kHz for articulate balance, while the bridge uses a Ceramic Bar magnet tuned to 530 kHz for aggressive punch and clarity. This pairing is designed to deliver consistent tonal balance across both pickups without feedback or muddiness.
What comes in the box, and do I need to solder?
The set includes both neck and bridge pickups, three-conductor shielded cables with quick-connector connections, potentiometers, capacitor, output jack, battery clip, and installation wire. Quick-connector cables eliminate the need to solder, streamlining installation.
Are these pickups suitable for jazz or blues?
No—the AHB-1s are engineered for metal, hard rock, djent, and high-gain applications. Their aggressive clarity and tight response are optimized for those styles, making them less ideal for jazz and blues players who typically favor warmer, more nuanced tones.
How do the AHB-1s compare to EMG 81/85 or Fishman Fluence Modern?
All three are industry-standard active pickups for high-gain applications. The AHB-1s offer a balanced, articulate midrange with transparent EQ, while EMG 81/85 deliver a brighter, more aggressive top-end character. Fishman Fluence Modern provides multi-voice versatility; the AHB-1s are single-voice focused designs.
Will these fit my guitar, and do they work with Trembucker spacing?
The blade magnets are compatible with both standard humbucker and Trembucker string spacing, offering flexible mounting across different guitar architectures. Confirm your guitar's pickup cavity dimensions before installation.
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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $19 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
Compare With
Similar Gear
Complete the Rig
Gear that pairs well with this.
✨ For You
Based on what you've been looking at.