Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge Gold 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
- 11102-105-Gc
Description
Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge Gold Pickup
The Hades Gates Bridge Gold delivers aggressive, articulate output with a tight, controlled response that cuts through on stage and rewards precise picking and clean technique. This overwound Alnico 2 humbucker sits comfortably in the bridge position of Les Paul-style guitars, providing focused midrange bite and defined treble without sacrificing warmth in the low end. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, this pickup is engineered for gigging players who demand clarity and cut without unnecessary noise.
Tone & Output Character
The 8.8K ohms DC resistance positions this pickup in the overwound category, generating substantial output while maintaining articulate note separation. Overwound Alnico 2 magnets produce a balanced response that emphasizes midrange presence and treble definition—ideal for cutting through dense mixes, maintaining note clarity at volume, and holding your own in a live band setting.
Design & Installation
Short mounting legs allow secure, flush installation in standard bridge cavities on Les Paul-style guitars without modification. The 4-conductor cable enables flexible wiring options, supporting both series and parallel configurations for tonal shaping and live adjustability.
Key Features
- Bridge position humbucker for Les Paul-style guitars
- Overwound Alnico 2 magnet construction
- 8.8K ohms DC resistance
- Short mounting legs for standard bridge cavities
- 4-conductor cable for flexible wiring options
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California
- Articulate, focused midrange character
- Controlled output with defined treble response
The Hades Gates Bridge Gold combines Seymour Duncan's hand-crafted precision with aggressive tonal character, making it a dependable choice for bridge positions where clarity and cut define your live tone.
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At a Glance
The Hades Gates Bridge Gold is an overwound Alnico 2 humbucker engineered for metal, hard rock, and progressive players who need aggressive articulation and cut without mud. Hand-built by Seymour Duncan with 8.8K ohms of output, it delivers focused midrange bite and defined treble while maintaining a tight low end—ideal for players with precise picking technique who gig or record at volume. Drop it into a Les Paul-style bridge cavity and get clarity and note separation that slices through dense band mixes.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What guitar models does this pickup fit?
The Hades Gates Bridge Gold is designed for Les Paul-style guitars and features short mounting legs that install flush in standard bridge cavities without modification.
Is this pickup aggressive enough for metal and hard rock?
Yes. The 8.8K ohms DC resistance and overwound Alnico 2 design deliver substantial output and articulate note separation ideal for metal and progressive rock, with focused midrange bite and defined treble that cut through dense mixes.
Can I use this pickup in other positions besides the bridge?
This pickup is engineered and voiced specifically for bridge position use; installation in neck or middle positions is not recommended and will not deliver its intended tonal character.
What wiring options does the 4-conductor cable support?
The 4-conductor cable enables both series and parallel wiring configurations, allowing flexibility to shape tone and output to your preference.
Does this pickup work well for jazz or blues?
No. The Hades Gates is designed for metal, hard rock, and progressive styles; its aggressive character and high output are not suited to jazz or blues playing.
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