Seymour Duncan APH-1b Alnico II Pro Raw Nickel Bdr TShell 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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- 11104-05-RNBc-TS
Description
Seymour Duncan APH-1b Alnico II Pro Raw Nickel Bridge Pickup with Tortoise Shell Cover
The APH-1b Alnico II Pro delivers articulate, responsive output with a balanced midrange that cuts through live without excessive aggression. This bridge pickup excels at capturing pick dynamics and articulation, making it equally reliable in classic rock, blues, and modern high-gain setups on stage. The raw nickel cover with tortoise shell finish adds vintage aesthetic appeal while maintaining the sonic characteristics Seymour Duncan engineered into this design.
Tone & Performance
Built on an Alnico 2 bar magnet with a nickel silver bottom plate, this pickup balances warmth and clarity across the frequency spectrum. The 8.8 DCR bridge specification positions it in the moderate output range, providing enough gain for overdrive and distortion while retaining definition and string-to-string articulation that high-output designs often sacrifice. On a gig, you'll find it sits perfectly in a mix without drowning out the rest of the band.
Design & Construction
Wax potted construction eliminates microphonic feedback and ensures stable, squeal-free operation under any playing condition—essential for touring and regular gigging. The 4-conductor lead wire offers flexibility in wiring configurations, and this pickup ships with a matching hookup cable for immediate installation. Manufactured in Santa Barbara, California, it meets Seymour Duncan's exacting quality standards.
Key Features
- Alnico 2 bar magnet for balanced tone
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- Raw nickel cover with tortoise shell finish
- Wax potted for squeal-free operation
- 8.8 DCR bridge output specification
- 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring options
- Available in Standard humbucker or Trembucker spacing
- Includes four-conductor hookup cable
- Made in Santa Barbara, California
This is a purpose-built bridge pickup that delivers the responsiveness and tonal character gigging players and collectors demand from a modern alnico design.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan APH-1b is a bridge pickup built on Alnico II magnets that delivers articulate, balanced tone with enough output to handle overdrive and distortion while keeping pick dynamics and string definition intact. This is ideal for classic rock, blues, and hard-rock players who need a pickup that cuts through live without sacrificing responsiveness or clarity. The wax-potted, squeal-free design and raw nickel tortoise-shell cover make it a reliable stage workhorse that sounds great whether you're fingerpicking nuance or digging in hard.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Extreme Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 8.8 DCR bridge output mean, and will it work for heavier music?
DCR (DC Resistance) is a measure of pickup output; 8.8 is moderate, sitting between vintage and hot pickups. It has enough gain for overdrive and distortion but preserves string articulation and pick definition that very high-output designs lose, making it better suited to classic rock, blues, and modern rock than extreme metal or djent.
What's included, and is the pickup ready to install?
The pickup ships with a 4-conductor hookup cable for immediate installation. You'll need to remove your existing bridge pickup and wire it according to your guitar's configuration (Standard or Trembucker spacing options are available).
How does the Alnico II magnet compare to other Seymour Duncan designs?
Alnico II delivers balanced warmth and clarity across the frequency spectrum, sitting between the vintage character of the '59 and the tighter response of higher-output designs. It's known for capturing pick dynamics and articulation, making it versatile for classic rock, blues, and studio work.
What does wax potting do, and why does it matter?
Wax potting encapsulates the coil to eliminate microphonic feedback and squeal, ensuring stable, noise-free operation under high gain or live conditions. This is especially important for gigging musicians who need dependability night after night.
Will this work with my guitar, and what spacing options are there?
The APH-1b is available in both Standard and Trembucker spacing to fit most humbucker-routed guitars. Check your current pickup dimensions or guitar model to confirm which spacing matches your instrument.
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. On this item that is roughly $10 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. 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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