Seymour Duncan Black Winter set 8-String Pickup

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11102-92-B8
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Description

Seymour Duncan Black Winter 8-String Pickup Set

The Black Winter set delivers articulate, high-output aggression tailored for extended-range instruments. Designed for 8-string guitars, these pickups combine aggressive midrange presence with controlled low-end response, making them ideal for modern metal, djent, and progressive applications where clarity matters as much as punch.

Tone & Frequency Response

Each pickup is tuned with distinct resonant peaks—6.35 kHz at the neck and 6.68 kHz at the bridge—to preserve articulation across the extended lower register. The 6/6/6 EQ curve (treble/midrange/bass) balances presence without sacrificing note definition, critical for extended-range tunings where mud is the enemy on stage.

Construction & Reliability

Hand-crafted in Santa Barbara, CA, these pickups use three large ceramic magnets and vacuum wax potting to eliminate microphonic feedback and squeal—essential for live performance stability. The 4-conductor wiring supports series, parallel, and split configurations for tonal flexibility without compromising road durability.

Key Features

  • DC Resistance: 13.00 kΩ (neck), 16.60 kΩ (bridge)
  • Resonant Peak: 6.35 kHz (neck), 6.68 kHz (bridge)
  • Equalization: 6/6/6 (Treble/Midrange/Bass)
  • 4-Conductor wiring
  • Humbucker type
  • Passive system
  • Three large ceramic magnets
  • Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free operation
  • Hand made in Santa Barbara, CA
  • Black color

The Black Winter set combines high output with surgical frequency control, delivering the clarity and aggression required in modern extended-range playing on stage and in the studio.

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At a Glance

The Seymour Duncan Black Winter 8-String set is a high-output humbucker pair engineered specifically for 8-string guitars, delivering aggressive midrange punch with controlled low end and surgical articulation across extended tunings. Built in Santa Barbara with ceramic magnets and vacuum wax potting, these pickups eliminate feedback and mud—essential for metal, djent, and progressive players who demand clarity without sacrificing stage presence. The 4-conductor wiring gives you series, parallel, and split options to dial in your exact tone.

Who This Is For

Great for

  • ✓ Metal
  • ✓ Djent
  • ✓ Progressive
  • ✓ Drop Tunings

Not the best pick for

  • – Jazz
  • – Blues
  • – Country

Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Black Winter 8-String different from standard guitar pickups?

These pickups are purpose-built for 8-string guitars with tuned resonant peaks (6.35 kHz neck, 6.68 kHz bridge) that maintain articulation and clarity across extended lower tunings. The 6/6/6 EQ curve and controlled low end eliminate mud and feedback while preserving aggressive midrange presence—critical for modern metal and djent playing.

What output level and DC resistance should I expect?

The neck pickup measures 13.00 kΩ DC resistance with higher output suited for lower strings, while the bridge sits at 16.60 kΩ for added aggression and sustain. Both deliver high output without the feedback issues common in passive extended-range systems.

Can I use these in different wiring configurations?

Yes. The 4-conductor wiring supports series, parallel, and split configurations, allowing you to switch tones within your rig or design custom switching for different songs and tunings.

What genres are these pickups best suited for?

These pickups excel in metal, djent, progressive, and any style requiring drop tunings and extended range. They are not recommended for jazz, blues, or country applications where you need smoother, more dynamic response.

How does the vacuum wax potting affect performance?

Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback and squeal, delivering a tight, squeal-free response essential for high-gain modern metal and studio recording on extended-range guitars.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $19 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.

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