Seymour Duncan APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat Strat Cset Pickup

Seymour Duncan APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat Strat Pickup Set

The APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat delivers the classic warmth and articulation of vintage Stratocaster tone with refined construction and modern noise-canceling design. Hand-wound with Alnico II rod magnets and heavy Formvar wire, this set combines traditional materials with thoughtful engineering for players who demand authenticity without compromise. The reverse-wound, reverse-polarity middle pickup eliminates hum in the 2 and 4 positions while preserving the character that made this configuration legendary.

Tone & Electrical Performance

A 6.4 kΩ DC resistance and 9 kHz resonant peak produce a balanced, singing response across the frequency spectrum. The EQ profile—5 Bass, 4 Midrange, 7 Treble—tilts toward clarity and presence in the highs while maintaining punchy lows, ideal for both clean articulation and driven tones on stage.

Construction & Design

Each pickup features hand-ground Alnico II rod magnets paired with hand-filed Forbon flatwork and traditional keyed bottom plates for authentic appearance and secure installation. The entire assembly is wax potted to eliminate microphonic feedback—essential for reliable live performance—while waxed and tinned cloth pushback hook-up wires ensure durable, period-correct connectivity that survives the road.

Key Features

• Hand-ground Alnico II rod magnets with heavy Formvar magnet wire
• Hand-filed Forbon flatwork for authentic vintage construction
• DC Resistance: 6.4 kΩ
• Resonant Peak: 9 kHz
• EQ Profile: 5 Bass / 4 Midrange / 7 Treble
• Flat (non-staggered) pole pieces
• Reverse-wound, reverse-polarity middle pickup for hum cancellation in positions 2 & 4
• Wax potted construction eliminates microphonic feedback
• Waxed and tinned cloth pushback hook-up wires
• Traditional keyed bottom plates
• Single conductor cloth cable
• Complete three-pickup Strat set configuration

The APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat set merges vintage character with practical engineering, delivering the tone purists expect from Alnico magnets alongside the quiet, reliable operation gigging musicians require.