Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Middle Parchment 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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- SKU
- 11205-41-P
Description
Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Middle Parchment Pickup
The Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Middle pickup delivers the thick, articulate midrange character that defined ZZ Top's signature tone. Hand-crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this middle-position pickup balances clarity and sustain without sacrificing the grit essential to blues-rock performance. On stage, it cuts through the mix with the presence and character that working musicians rely on night after night.
Tone & Electronics
Built around an Alnico 5 magnet, this pickup produces warm, responsive output with natural harmonic complexity. Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic squealing, ensuring clean, stable performance even under high-gain conditions or sustained bends.
Craftsmanship & Design
Each pickup is handmade in Santa Barbara, CA by Seymour Duncan's experienced builders, guaranteeing individual attention to winding and assembly. The parchment finish provides visual authenticity while the 4-conductor shielded lead wire accommodates coil-splitting and series/parallel wiring configurations for tonal versatility on your board.
Key Features
- Alnico 5 magnet for warm, responsive tone
- Vacuum wax potting for squeal-free performance
- 4-conductor shielded lead wire
- Parchment color finish
- Handmade in Santa Barbara, CA
- Middle pickup position configuration
- Designed by Billy Gibbons
- Supports coil-splitting and alternative wiring schemes
The Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Middle delivers authentic tonal character backed by Seymour Duncan's reputation for precision manufacturing and road-tested reliability.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Middle pickup delivers the thick, articulate midrange tone that defined ZZ Top's signature blues-rock sound, handcrafted with an Alnico 5 magnet and vacuum wax potting for squeal-free performance under high-gain conditions. Built for players who gig hard and demand authenticity in the middle position, it balances clarity and sustain with the grit essential to blues-rock and heavy styles. The 4-conductor shielded lead wire opens up coil-splitting and alternative wiring options, giving you tonal flexibility without compromising on the raw character Billy Gibbons made legendary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What position is this pickup designed for?
This is a middle-position pickup configured to deliver articulate midrange tone in the center position of a three-pickup guitar. It pairs well with neck and bridge pickups for full tonal range.
What does the 4-conductor shielded lead wire allow?
The 4-conductor design supports coil-splitting and series/parallel wiring configurations, letting you access multiple tonal voicings from this single pickup for greater versatility.
Will this pickup feedback or squeal under high gain?
No. Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic squealing, ensuring stable, clean performance even under high-gain conditions and sustained bends.
Where is this pickup made and what magnet does it use?
Each pickup is handmade in Santa Barbara, CA by Seymour Duncan's builders and features an Alnico 5 magnet that produces warm, responsive output with natural harmonic complexity.
Is this pickup designed by Billy Gibbons?
Yes. This pickup was designed by Billy Gibbons and captures the thick, articulate midrange character that defined ZZ Top's signature tone.
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