Seymour Duncan APS1 Alnico II Pro Staggered Strat RWRP Pickup

Seymour Duncan APS1 Alnico II Pro Staggered Strat RWRP Pickup

The APS1 Alnico II Pro delivers articulate, vintage-forward tone with modern hum-cancelling capability in the middle position. Hand-ground Alnico II magnets paired with heavy Formvar wire produce a balanced, responsive character that works equally well for classic blues leads and contemporary clean textures. The reverse-wound/reverse-polarity design eliminates the 60-cycle hum that plagues standard middle pickups when combined with neck or bridge units.

Tone & Resonance

A resonant peak of 9 kHz emphasizes articulation and note definition, while the 5/4/7 bass/mid/treble EQ profile sits between vintage warmth and modern clarity. The 6.4 kΩ DC resistance yields a moderately hot output suitable for both clean tones and driven rhythms without sacrificing dynamic responsiveness.

Construction & Materials

Hand-ground Alnico II rods and heavy Formvar wire create the core tone character, while the single-conductor waxed cloth cable ensures low-noise signal transmission. The left-hand magnet stagger pattern optimizes magnetic field alignment for reverse-polarity operation.

Key Features

• DC Resistance: 6.4 kΩ
• Resonant Peak: 9 kHz
• EQ Profile: 5 Bass / 4 Mid / 7 Treble
• Magnet: Hand-ground Alnico II Rods
• Wire: Heavy Formvar
• Cable: Single Conductor Cloth (waxed)
• Reverse-wound/Reverse-polarity for hum-cancelling middle position
• Left-hand magnet stagger pattern
• Includes wiring diagram
• Includes mounting screws

A go-to middle position pickup for gigging musicians who need hum-free operation and articulate tone on stage. Works as a straightforward swap in existing rigs or as the foundation for a complete three-pickup overhaul that prioritizes noise-free clarity and classic Strat definition.