Seymour Duncan Hades Gates TB 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
- 11103-105-Gc
Wiring: ships from Seymour Duncan with a 4-conductor lead (coil splitting and phase switching ready).
Description
Seymour Duncan Hades Gates TB Gold Pickup
The Hades Gates TB Gold delivers a focused, articulate high-output response with tight low-end definition—essential for cutting through a dense mix on stage without turning to mud at volume. Hand-built in Santa Barbara with overwound Alnico 2 magnets, this trembucker bridges the gap between modern precision and vintage character, staying defined and punchy even when pushed hard through a pedalboard into high-gain amp channels.
Tone & Response
Overwound Alnico 2 magnets provide a brighter, more sensitive magnetic field than standard configurations, capturing string vibrations with enhanced articulation. The trembucker design's wider pole spacing suits modern 7-string and wide-spaced humbucker cavities, ensuring balanced output across all strings without hot spots—critical for consistent feel and response from string to string during a set.
Construction & Wiring
Four-conductor wiring enables series, parallel, and split-coil configurations, letting you dial in the exact blending and tonal character you need from your electronics without running into compatibility limits. Each unit is hand-built in Santa Barbara, California, reflecting Seymour Duncan's commitment to consistent quality and meticulous assembly standards—reliability you can trust night after night on the road.
Key Features
- Overwound Alnico 2 bar magnets
- Trembucker (wide-spaced) configuration
- Four-conductor wiring for series/parallel/split operation
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California
- Gold finish cover
- High-output design for saturated lead tones
- Articulate midrange clarity on overdriven channels
- Wide pole spacing for modern instrument compatibility
- Enhanced string-to-string sensitivity
The Hades Gates TB Gold is built for gigging musicians who need definition and presence in high-gain live contexts without losing responsiveness to pick dynamics and attack.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Hades Gates TB Gold is a hand-built, high-output trembucker designed for metal and hard-rock players who need aggressive clarity and tight articulation on high-gain rigs. Overwound Alnico 2 magnets and wide pole spacing deliver focused midrange presence and note separation across all strings, cutting through dense mixes without muddiness. Built in Santa Barbara with four-conductor wiring for series/parallel/split flexibility, it suits modern 7-string and wide-spaced cavities and demands intermediate-to-advanced amp technique to shine.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Djent, Progressive |
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| Tonal character | High-output, articulate midrange, tight low end, brighter response, focused clarity |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between this and a standard Seymour Duncan humbucker?
The Hades Gates TB Gold uses overwound Alnico 2 magnets for a brighter, more sensitive response and trembucker (wide-spaced) pole spacing instead of standard humbucker spacing. This design prioritizes articulate midrange clarity and tight low-end definition suited to modern 7-string guitars and high-gain contexts, whereas standard humbuckers offer a rounder, more balanced tone.
Will this work in a 6-string guitar with standard humbucker spacing?
No—the trembucker design features wider pole spacing engineered for modern 7-string and wide-spaced humbucker cavities. Installing it in a standard 6-string cavity would result in uneven string-to-string response and hot spots.
What genres is this pickup best suited for?
The Hades Gates TB Gold is engineered for metal, hard rock, djent, and progressive music where high-output, articulate clarity on high-gain settings is essential. It is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk styles, which typically benefit from warmer, more transparent pickups.
Can I use the four-conductor wiring for different tonal configurations?
Yes—four-conductor wiring enables series, parallel, and split-coil configurations, giving you flexibility to blend this pickup with other electronics and switch between tonal voicings based on your rig and preference.
What skill level do I need to maximize this pickup's performance?
This pickup is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its high-output, articulate character demands proficient amp technique and proper gain management to unlock its clarity without excessive harshness.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $11 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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