Seymour Duncan APH-2n Slash Humbucker Black Nickel 4-Conductor SE Pick
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11104-06-BNc-4c-bpSh
Description
Seymour Duncan APH-2n Slash Humbucker Black Nickel 4-Conductor SE Pickup
The APH-2n is a neck-position humbucker engineered to deliver articulate, dynamic response with controlled output—ideal for players seeking clarity and definition in upper registers without sacrificing warmth. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, this pickup combines vintage-informed design with modern winding practices to produce a balanced tone that sits well in a mix. The black nickel finish pairs functional durability with a refined aesthetic.
Tone & Output Character
Built around an Alnico II bar magnet, the APH-2n produces a smooth, slightly compressed response with natural harmonic complexity. The wax potting reduces microphonic feedback, ensuring tight, controlled sustain across the fretboard without brittleness or excessive treble—critical for clean articulation on stage and in the studio.
Construction & Materials
The pickup features a nickel silver base plate with long mounting legs for secure installation and proper spacing, while the maple spacer contributes to tonal clarity and structural integrity. Paper tape and careful hand-winding in Santa Barbara ensure consistent quality and the vintage character this pickup is known for, with the durability needed for touring and frequent use.
Key Features
- Alnico II bar magnet for balanced, warm response
- Neck position humbucker configuration
- 4-conductor wiring for flexible coil-splitting and series/parallel options
- Nickel silver base plate with long mounting legs
- Maple spacer material
- Wax potting for reduced microphonic feedback
- Paper tape construction detail
- Black nickel finish
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, California
- Single conductor braided lead wire (standard configuration)
The APH-2n delivers the articulate, controlled tone players rely on for live work and studio recording, making it a solid choice for neck-position applications where clarity, definition, and road-ready reliability matter.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan APH-2n is a neck-position humbucker hand-built in Santa Barbara with an Alnico II magnet, delivering articulate definition and warm sustain without harshness—perfect for rock, blues, and hard-rock players who need clarity in lead lines and smooth tone for rhythm work. The 4-conductor wiring unlocks coil-splitting and series/parallel options, giving you tonal flexibility on stage or in the studio. Its wax-potted construction and maple spacer ensure tight, controlled response that sits confidently in a full band mix without microphonic feedback.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Funk
- – Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The APH-2n excels in hard rock, rock, and blues, delivering the articulate clarity and controlled sustain those styles demand. It is not optimized for funk or jazz, where a brighter or more articulate attack may be preferred.
What does the 4-conductor wiring allow me to do?
The 4-conductor configuration enables coil-splitting and series/parallel wiring options, letting you reconfigure the pickup's output and tonal character to suit different songs or sonic needs without rewiring.
Is this pickup prone to feedback or noise?
No. The pickup features wax potting to reduce microphonic feedback, ensuring tight, controlled sustain and a quiet response across the fretboard.
Why is the maple spacer important?
The maple spacer contributes to tonal clarity and structural integrity, supporting the Alnico II magnet's balanced, warm response and helping the pickup sit clearly in a mix.
What skill level should I have to use this pickup?
The APH-2n is built for intermediate to advanced and professional players who understand pickup placement, wiring flexibility, and how neck-position tone shapes their overall sound.
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