Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Set Black 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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- 11205-43-B
Description
Seymour Duncan Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Set Black Pickup
The Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Set delivers the thick, responsive midrange and articulate high-end growl that defined ZZ Top's signature sound. Hand-wound at the Santa Barbara factory with meticulous attention to output balance, this set responds dynamically to pick attack and finger dynamics, rewarding both aggressive riffing and nuanced phrasing.
Tone & Electronics
Three uniquely calibrated pickup winds paired with Alnico 5 magnets create a cohesive yet distinct voicing across neck and bridge positions. The 4-conductor lead wire enables multiple wiring configurations, giving you flexibility to shape your tonal palette without soldering changes.
Construction & Reliability
Vacuum wax potting eliminates feedback and squeal, ensuring rock-solid performance in the studio or pushing your amp on stage. Built to exacting specifications in the Seymour Duncan Santa Barbara facility, these pickups are engineered for longevity and consistency—essential for gigging musicians who need dependable tone night after night.
Key Features
- Three unique pickup winds with specially calibrated voicing
- Alnico 5 magnets for dynamic response and clarity
- Neck pickup DCR: 11.29
- Bridge pickup DCR: 13.95
- 4-conductor lead wire for flexible wiring options
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Passive design—no battery required
- Designed for Stratocaster-style guitars
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
A purposeful pickup set engineered for players who demand tonal authority without compromise, ready for the stage and built to last through hundreds of gigs.
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At a Glance
The Billy Gibbons' Red Devil Set delivers the thick, responsive midrange and articulate high-end growl that made ZZ Top legendary—hand-wound with Alnico 5 magnets and vacuum wax potting for squeal-free, dynamic performance whether you're tracking in the studio or pushing your amp on stage. The three uniquely calibrated winds respond to both aggressive pick attack and nuanced finger dynamics, rewarding expressive playing across neck and bridge positions. 4-conductor lead wiring gives you tonal flexibility without re-soldering, and the passive design means no batteries to manage—just plug in, play, and get that thick, articulate tone night after night.
Frequently Asked Questions
What guitar type do these pickups fit?
These are designed for Stratocaster-style guitars. The set includes neck and bridge pickups with uniquely calibrated voicings and comes with 4-conductor lead wire for flexible wiring options.
What makes the Billy Gibbons signature sound different from other Seymour Duncan sets?
Three uniquely calibrated pickup winds paired with Alnico 5 magnets create the thick, responsive midrange and articulate high-end growl that defined ZZ Top's signature tone. The hand-wound construction in Santa Barbara and vacuum wax potting ensure dynamic response to pick attack and finger dynamics without feedback or squeal.
Do I need a battery or special power for these pickups?
No—these are passive pickups with no battery required. They plug directly into your guitar's electronics and deliver consistent performance whether you're recording, rehearsing, or performing live.
What are the output levels (DCR) of the neck and bridge pickups?
The neck pickup has a DCR of 11.29 and the bridge pickup has a DCR of 13.95, providing balanced yet distinct voicing across positions.
What does the 4-conductor lead wire allow me to do?
The 4-conductor lead wire enables multiple wiring configurations, giving you flexibility to shape your tonal palette without having to re-solder or modify the pickups themselves.
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