Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Neck Humbucker Zebra Pickup

Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Neck Humbucker Zebra Pickup

The Alex Skolnick Neck Humbucker delivers a warm, articulate response with the classic vintage character that defined instrumental rock and fusion tones. Designed in collaboration with Testament's lead guitarist, this pickup balances clarity and sustain without excessive output, making it equally at home in jazz, rock, and progressive settings. The zebra coil configuration provides visual distinction while maintaining the sonic integrity Seymour Duncan is known for.

Tonal Character & Output

A lower-output, vintage-voiced design ensures the neck position remains responsive to pick dynamics and finger articulation. The Alnico 5 rough cast magnet contributes warmth and definition across the midrange, avoiding the muddiness of overwound vintage reproductions while preserving natural breakup when pushed through overdrive or distortion. On stage, this translates to a neck pickup that cuts through the mix without losing musicality—ideal for live players who need articulation and control without fighting their amp.

Construction & Specifications

Built with a four-conductor cable for maximum wiring flexibility, this pickup integrates seamlessly into coil-split or phase-switching configurations. Each unit is handmade in Santa Barbara, California, ensuring consistent quality and the attention to detail Skolnick's own playing demands. That handcrafted reliability matters when you're on the road.

Key Features

• DC Resistance: 7.86 kΩ
• Magnet Material: Alnico 5 rough cast
• Vintage-voiced, lower-output character
• Four-conductor cable
• Zebra coil configuration
• Handmade in Santa Barbara, California
• Designed for neck position
• Responsive to dynamic playing and pick articulation

The Alex Skolnick Neck Humbucker combines professional-grade construction with a tonal philosophy centered on clarity and control—a pickup built for players who demand responsiveness, dependability, and musicality night after night.