Seymour Duncan APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat Strat RWRP Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11204-08-RwRp
Description
Seymour Duncan APS2 Alnico II Pro Flat Strat RWRP Pickup
The Seymour Duncan APS-2 delivers the articulate, balanced character of classic Alnico II voicing with modern hum-canceling performance. This reverse-wound/reverse-polarity design eliminates the 60-cycle hum that plagues traditional middle-position Strat setups while maintaining the vintage tonal signature players expect from pro-grade Alnico II magnets. Built with hand-ground components and traditional construction methods, this pickup integrates seamlessly into any Strat requiring a replacement neck or middle position voice.
Tone & Voicing
The 6.4 kΩ DC resistance and 9 kHz resonant peak create a midrange-focused character with articulate highs—ideal for gigging players seeking clarity without excessive brightness on stage. An EQ curve of 5/4/7 (Bass/Mid/Treble) delivers punchy fundamentals, smooth mids, and present treble response suitable for clean through overdriven applications, cutting through a mix reliably in live settings.
Construction & Reliability
Hand-wound with Alnico II rod magnets and heavy Formvar magwire, the APS-2 employs Forbon flatwork and vintage-correct single conductor cloth cable with waxed and tinned cloth pushback hook-up wires. Wax potting eliminates microphonic squeal and ensures stable performance across temperature and humidity ranges—essential for road-tested reliability in demanding venues.
Key Features
- Hand-ground Alnico II rod magnets
- DC Resistance: 6.4 kΩ
- Resonant Peak: 9 kHz
- EQ (Bass/Mid/Treble): 5/4/7
- Reverse-wound/reverse-polarity (RWRP) for hum cancellation in middle position
- Heavy Formvar magwire construction
- Forbon flatwork
- Single conductor cloth cable with waxed and tinned pushback hook-up wires
- Traditional keyed bottom plate
- Wax potted for squeal-free performance
The APS-2 combines vintage Alnico II tone with practical RWRP technology, making it the go-to pickup for gigging Strat players who demand hum-free middle position operation without sacrificing tone.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan APS-2 is a reverse-wound/reverse-polarity Alnico II pickup engineered to deliver classic vintage Strat tone—articulate highs, smooth mids, and punchy fundamentals—while eliminating the 60-cycle hum that typically plagues middle-position traditional setups. Built with hand-ground magnets, heavy Formvar wire, and wax potting for squeal-free reliability, it's the choice for blues, country, rock, and indie players who need hum-canceling performance without sacrificing that authentic Alnico II character on stage or in the studio. Drop it in as a neck or middle replacement and get professional tonal balance across clean, crunch, and light overdrive without the unwanted noise.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this pickup work in any Stratocaster?
Yes, the APS-2 is designed as a drop-in replacement for neck or middle position slots in any standard Stratocaster. It uses traditional keyed bottom plate and single conductor cloth cable, making installation straightforward for most setups.
What's the main advantage of the RWRP design?
Reverse-wound/reverse-polarity construction cancels the 60-cycle hum that occurs when a traditional middle-position Strat pickup sits between two normally-wound pickups, giving you hum-free operation without sacrificing the vintage Alnico II tone character.
Is this pickup suitable for metal or high-gain styles?
No—the APS-2 is voiced for blues, country, rock, indie, and jazz applications. Its midrange focus and articulate character excel in clean and light-to-moderate overdrive but aren't designed for heavy metal or djent styles.
What makes this pickup different from cheaper Strat pickups?
The APS-2 uses hand-ground Alnico II magnets, heavy Formvar magwire, Forbon flatwork, and traditional wax potting—construction methods that eliminate microphonic noise and ensure stable, professional-grade performance across temperature and humidity changes.
What's the tone character I should expect?
Expect articulate highs, smooth mids, and punchy fundamentals with a 5/4/7 EQ curve (Bass/Mid/Treble). The 9 kHz resonant peak and 6.4 kΩ resistance deliver clarity without excessive brightness, working well from clean tones through overdriven applications.
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