Seymour Duncan Green Magic TB Reverse Zebra 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
- 11103-16-RZ
Description
Seymour Duncan Green Magic TB Reverse Zebra Pickup
The Green Magic TB Reverse Zebra delivers articulate, chimey character that sits between vintage warmth and modern clarity—a bridge pickup built for players who demand personality in their tone. It responds dynamically to pick attack while maintaining musicality across the frequency spectrum, rewarding both fingerstyle precision and aggressive attack. Handcrafted in Santa Barbara, this is a sophisticated choice for gigging musicians and collectors building instruments with unconventional tonal goals.
Tone & Character
The Alnico 2 magnet core imparts a naturally compressed, smooth midrange response with controlled treble bite, distinguishing it from hotter ceramic alternatives. This magnet type is prized for its musical saturation curve and sensitivity to playing dynamics, making the pickup rewarding for both clean articulation and driven tones without excessive harshness.
Specifications & Construction
This is a full-sized humbucker bridge model weighing 5oz, engineered and assembled by hand at Seymour Duncan's Santa Barbara facility. The reverse coil winding and zebra-stripe coil configuration provide balanced output and reduced magnetic interaction between coils, resulting in enhanced note definition.
Key Features
- Alnico 2 magnet for warm, compressed tone with musical response
- Reverse coil winding configuration
- Zebra-stripe coil design for reduced magnetic coupling
- Bridge-position humbucker format
- 5oz weight
- Handmade in Santa Barbara, California
- Full-sized humbucker dimensions
- Four-conductor wiring for coil-splitting and series/parallel options
The Green Magic TB Reverse Zebra is a carefully voiced pickup for players with specific tonal intentions and the technical knowledge to maximize its potential on stage and in the studio.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Green Magic TB Reverse Zebra is a handcrafted bridge humbucker that delivers articulate, chimey tone with natural compression and controlled treble—sitting between vintage warmth and modern clarity. Built with an Alnico 2 magnet and reverse-coil zebra-stripe design, it responds dynamically to pick attack while maintaining musicality across blues, rock, jazz, and progressive styles. Choose this for bridge duty if you want a pickup with personality that rewards both clean articulation and driven tones without harshness, backed by Santa Barbara handcrafted quality.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the reverse coil and zebra-stripe design actually do?
The reverse coil winding and zebra-stripe coil configuration reduce magnetic coupling between coils, which enhances note definition and delivers more balanced output. This design choice contributes to the pickup's articulate character and controlled treble response.
Is this pickup suitable for metal or high-gain styles?
No. The Green Magic TB Reverse Zebra is voiced for blues, rock, jazz, and progressive music and is not recommended for metal or thrash metal applications. Its naturally compressed midrange and controlled treble are designed for musicality rather than the aggression and saturation those genres require.
What skill level do I need to install and use this pickup?
This pickup is engineered for intermediate, advanced, and professional players with specific tonal intentions and the technical knowledge to maximize its potential. Four-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting and series/parallel wiring options, so some electronics familiarity is beneficial.
How does the Alnico 2 magnet differ from ceramic alternatives?
Alnico 2 is prized for its musical saturation curve and sensitivity to playing dynamics, delivering warm, compressed tone without excessive harshness. Ceramic alternatives typically offer hotter output and a more aggressive response, which is not the character this pickup targets.
Is this a full-sized humbucker and what are its specifications?
Yes, this is a full-sized humbucker bridge model weighing 5 ounces, handcrafted at Seymour Duncan's Santa Barbara facility. It includes four-conductor wiring for flexible coil-splitting and series/parallel options.
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