Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Black Pickup Set

Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Black Pickup Set

The Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Black delivers aggressive, articulate voicing with tight low-end response and cutting midrange clarity. These overwound Alnico 2 humbuckers excel in high-gain contexts where definition matters—modern metal, hard rock, and aggressive fusion all benefit from their focused character. Built to exacting standards in Santa Barbara, this set brings professional-grade output and reliability to demanding players.

Tone & Output Character

The 8.06k ohms (neck) and 8.90k ohms (bridge) DC resistance ratings position these pickups in the overwound territory, generating substantial output with controlled compression ideal for distortion and overdrive saturation. The Alnico 2 magnet construction provides warmth beneath the aggression, preventing harshness while maintaining the tight, focused attack that modern styles demand. On stage, these pickups cut through a full band mix without sacrificing the note-to-note clarity that separates sloppy from surgical.

Design & Specifications

4-conductor wiring enables flexible switching options and coil-splitting capability when paired with appropriate electronics. The short mounting legs accommodate various guitar body cavity configurations, ensuring hassle-free installation across different platforms. Hand-built construction in Santa Barbara means each set receives the same meticulous attention—consistent performance you can trust night after night.

Key Features

• Magnet type: Overwound Alnico 2
• DC Resistance (Neck): 8.06k ohms
• DC Resistance (Bridge): 8.90k ohms
• 4-conductor wiring with coil-split capability
• Passive humbucker configuration
• Neck and bridge pickup set included
• Short mounting legs for flexible installation
• Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California
• Black cover finish
• Aggressive, focused voicing for high-gain applications

The Hades Gates Black set combines authoritative output, articulate midrange punch, and proven Seymour Duncan reliability—the dependable voice for touring musicians and studio players who refuse compromise.