Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Neck Nickel Pickup

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11102-100-Nc-bpTF
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Description

Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Neck Nickel Pickup

The Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Neck is a high-output humbucker engineered for players seeking articulate, focused neck-position voicing with extended dynamic range. Designed in collaboration with Trivium's Matt Heaffy, this passive pickup delivers clarity and sustain across aggressive playing styles while maintaining definition in complex chord work.

Tonal Character & Output

Built with Alnico VIII magnets, this pickup generates a muscular, punchy response with excellent note separation and sustain. The 7.92 kOhm DC resistance positions it in the high-output range, providing aggressive harmonic content and tight low-end definition ideal for modern rock, metal, and extended-range tunings on stage and in the studio.

Construction & Wiring

This passive humbucker features triangular feet bottom plates compatible with standard humbucker routes, ensuring straightforward installation in most instruments. The shielded 4-conductor cable enables flexible wiring configurations—series, parallel, or split modes—giving you sonic versatility and road-tested reliability from a single pickup.

Key Features

  • Humbucker for neck position
  • Alnico VIII magnet material
  • 7.92 kOhm DC resistance
  • Passive design
  • Shielded 4-conductor cable
  • Triangular feet bottom plates for standard humbucker routes
  • Nickel cover finish
  • Handcrafted in the USA
  • 6-string model

The Loomis Noumenon Neck represents Seymour Duncan's commitment to player-driven design, combining American manufacturing precision with tonal aggression that performs night after night in demanding modern applications.

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At a Glance

The Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Neck is a high-output humbucker built for aggressive modern rock and metal, delivering articulate note separation and punchy sustain even in extended-range tunings. Designed with Trivium's Matt Heaffy, this Alnico VIII passive pickup handles complex chord work without muddiness while maintaining the tonal focus needed for fast, technical playing. The shielded 4-conductor cable and standard humbucker routing make it a straightforward drop-in for gigging musicians looking to upgrade their neck voicing.

Who This Is For

Great for

  • ✓ Metal
  • ✓ Hard Rock
  • ✓ Progressive
  • ✓ Extended Range

Not the best pick for

  • – Jazz
  • – Blues
  • – Folk

Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional

Frequently Asked Questions

What output level is this pickup, and is it suitable for metal and extended-range guitars?

The Loomis Noumenon Neck is high-output at 7.92 kOhm DC resistance, engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, and progressive styles, including extended-range tunings. Its articulate, punchy character with tight low-end definition makes it ideal for aggressive playing and technical chord work.

What wiring options does the 4-conductor cable support?

The shielded 4-conductor cable enables series, parallel, and split wiring configurations, giving you multiple sonic options from a single pickup without requiring a rewire.

Will this pickup fit my guitar, and how easy is installation?

Yes—the triangular feet bottom plates are compatible with standard humbucker routes found on most modern guitars, making installation straightforward. The passive design and standard wiring means no special electronics or modifications are required.

How does this compare to other high-output neck pickups like the EMG 81 or DiMarzio Crunchlab?

The Loomis Noumenon Neck is a passive design (versus EMG's active output), delivering a more organic sustain and note separation while still offering the aggression and clarity needed for metal. It shares tonal DNA with the Crunchlab but is specifically voiced for neck-position balance and dynamic range.

Is this pickup appropriate for jazz or blues?

This pickup is designed for metal, hard rock, and progressive music and is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk styles, where lower output and warmer voicing are typically preferred.

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 $12 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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