Seymour Duncan Holcomb SS 8St Black Cover Pickup Set
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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
- 11102-67-MBc-8STR
Wiring: ships from Seymour Duncan with a 4-conductor lead (coil splitting and phase switching ready).
Description
Seymour Duncan Holcomb SS 8St Black Cover Pickup Set
The Seymour Duncan Holcomb SS 8-string humbucker set delivers the focused articulation and controlled aggression that extended-range players demand. Built in Santa Barbara with a dual-magnet design, this set pairs ceramic and Alnico 8 construction to maintain clarity through drop tunings and high-gain applications without losing definition in clean tones.
Magnet Configuration & Output Character
The neck pickup employs a ceramic magnet with output tuned for note definition in both clean and mid-gain settings, while the bridge Scourge pickup features an Alnico 8 magnet for enhanced harmonic complexity and dynamic response. This asymmetrical magnet pairing allows tight low-end articulation without sacrificing upper-midrange presence—critical for sitting in a mix on stage.
Design & Wiring Versatility
Both pickups support coil splitting, giving you access to single-coil tones from a humbucker platform—essential on 8-string instruments where tonal flexibility across different tuning systems and performance contexts is critical. The black cover finish maintains a professional appearance while shielding the coils in noise-prone environments and live venues.
Key Features
- 8-string humbucker configuration (neck and bridge pair)
- Neck pickup: ceramic magnet with calibrated output for clean and mid-gain clarity
- Bridge pickup: Alnico 8 magnet for dynamic response and harmonic complexity
- Coil-splitting capability on both pickups
- Designed specifically for extended-range instruments and drop tunings
- Black cover finish
- Made in Santa Barbara, California
- Matched set for consistent tonal balance across neck and bridge positions
Onstage reliability and tonal clarity under pressure—this pickup set delivers both on 8-string platforms where articulation and extended frequency response drive your performance.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Holcomb SS 8St is a matched humbucker set engineered for 8-string guitars in metal, djent, and progressive styles—delivering tight, articulate low-end response and harmonic clarity even in extreme drop tunings and high-gain scenarios. The asymmetrical magnet design (ceramic neck, Alnico 8 bridge) maintains definition in both clean tones and saturated applications without losing presence in the upper mids. Coil-splitting on both pickups adds tonal versatility across different tuning systems, making this the go-to choice for gigging and recording extended-range players who demand controlled aggression without muddiness.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these pickups suitable for standard 6-string guitars?
No—the Holcomb SS 8St is designed specifically for 8-string instruments. The pickup dimensions and output characteristics are optimized for extended-range platforms and cannot be directly installed in standard 6-string guitar cavities.
What genres work best with this set?
Metal, djent, progressive, and any style using drop tunings and high-gain applications. The tight low end and articulate response excel in these contexts; they are not voiced for jazz, blues, or folk styles.
Can I use coil-splitting to get single-coil tones from these humbuckers?
Yes—both the neck and bridge pickups support coil splitting, allowing you to access single-coil voicings from the humbucker platform for added tonal flexibility across different tuning systems.
What is the difference between the neck and bridge pickup?
The neck pickup uses a ceramic magnet for clean and mid-gain clarity and note definition, while the bridge Scourge pickup features an Alnico 8 magnet for enhanced harmonic complexity and dynamic response. This asymmetrical pairing maintains tight lows while preserving upper-midrange presence.
Do these pickups maintain clarity in extreme drop tunings?
Yes—the dual-magnet design and controlled output are specifically engineered to sustain articulation and definition in drop-tuned and high-gain applications without becoming muddy or losing harmonic complexity.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $27 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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