Seymour Duncan AHB-1S Original Blackouts Neck/Bridge Pickup Set Nickel

Seymour Duncan AHB-1S Original Blackouts Neck/Bridge Pickup Set Nickel Cover

The AHB-1S Blackouts deliver tight, articulate active tone with minimal noise—a substantial step up from passive humbucker setups. This matched pair combines ceramic bridge and Alnico neck magnets to balance aggression with warmth across the frequency spectrum. The included electronics package provides everything needed for a complete active installation.

Active Electronics & Noise Floor

Powered by a single 9-volt battery, these active humbuckers run up to 14dB quieter than competitor active pickups, eliminating the hum and hiss that plagued earlier designs. On stage, that silence gives you the headroom to dial in high-gain tones without fighting feedback or noise bleed into the PA. The self-contained electronics mean no external preamp enclosure required—just straightforward wiring and battery integration for reliable gigging.

Pickup Design & Magnet Configuration

The bridge pickup employs a ceramic magnet for defined high-end clarity and controlled sustain, while the neck position uses an Alnico magnet to preserve warmth and responsiveness in lower registers. This asymmetrical approach prevents muddiness in the neck while maintaining bridge definition ideal for modern metal, hard rock, and high-gain applications. Live, that combination cuts through a mix and stays locked in at any volume.

Key Features

• 9-volt active humbucker configuration
• Bridge pickup: Ceramic magnet
• Neck pickup: Alnico magnet
• Nickel-plated covers included
• Up to 14dB quieter than competitor active pickups
• Matched neck and bridge pair
• Quick-connector cables included
• Integrated potentiometers, capacitor, and output jack included
• Battery clip and power connector included
• Hardware and mounting components included

The AHB-1S Blackouts remain the go-to choice for players demanding silent, high-output active tone without unnecessary complexity.