Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge RevZebra Pickup
- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11102-105-RZ
Description
Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge RevZebra Pickup
The Hades Gates Bridge RevZebra is a high-output bridge pickup engineered for aggressive, articulate attack and commanding presence in the mix. Hand-built in Santa Barbara by Seymour Duncan, this pickup delivers the clarity and aggression demanded by modern metal and hard rock players without sacrificing note definition.
Tone & Output Character
Built around an overwound Alnico 2 magnet, this pickup generates high output that cuts through dense mix situations while maintaining string-to-string articulation. The RevZebra configuration provides the aggressive character and tonal profile associated with the Gates signature series, making it equally suited for modern tunings and standard E. On stage, you'll hear every pick strike and harmonic nuance even in a full band mix.
Installation & Wiring Flexibility
The four-conductor wiring and 4-conductor shielded cable enable flexible wiring configurations, including series, parallel, and split options depending on your guitar's control layout. Short mounting legs ensure compatibility with most standard bridge routes, allowing straightforward drop-in installation on virtually any guitar requiring a bridge pickup upgrade. Once installed, this pickup is built to handle the demands of regular gigging without degradation.
Key Features
- Overwound Alnico 2 magnet construction
- High-output design for aggressive tone
- Bridge position configuration
- Four-conductor wiring for flexible configuration options
- 4-conductor shielded cable included
- Short mounting legs for standard guitar compatibility
- RevZebra model variant
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California
- Drop-in replacement for most guitar bridge routes
This pickup represents Seymour Duncan's commitment to high-performance electronics, delivering the output and articulation modern players expect from a signature series bridge model.
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At a Glance
The Hades Gates Bridge RevZebra is a high-output Seymour Duncan pickup engineered for metal, hard rock, and djent players who demand aggressive attack and note clarity in heavy tunings. Built with an overwound Alnico 2 magnet and four-conductor wiring, it cuts through dense mixes while keeping individual strings articulate—ideal for players running drop tunings or standard E on stage. Hand-built in Santa Barbara with short mounting legs for drop-in compatibility, this bridge model delivers commanding presence without sacrificing definition.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and tunings is this pickup best suited for?
The Hades Gates RevZebra is engineered for metal, hard rock, djent, and drop-tuning applications. It delivers the high output and articulate attack those styles demand while maintaining note definition across both modern alternate tunings and standard E tuning.
Will this pickup fit my guitar without modification?
Short mounting legs ensure compatibility with most standard bridge routes, making this a drop-in replacement for virtually any guitar. Installation is straightforward for most models, though bridge route dimensions should be verified before purchase.
What wiring options does the four-conductor configuration allow?
The four-conductor wiring and included shielded cable enable series, parallel, and split configurations depending on your guitar's control layout and your preference for tonal shaping and flexibility.
How does the overwound Alnico 2 magnet affect the tone?
The overwound Alnico 2 magnet generates high output that cuts through dense mix situations while the RevZebra configuration maintains string-to-string articulation, delivering both aggressive character and clarity in note definition.
How does this compare to other high-output bridge pickups?
The Hades Gates RevZebra sits alongside models like the EMG 81/85, DiMarzio Crunch Lab, and Fishman Fluence Modern as a high-output choice; it emphasizes aggressive attack and articulate clarity specifically tuned for modern metal and hard rock applications.
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