Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Neck White 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
- 11102-100-W-bpTF
Wiring: ships from Seymour Duncan with a 4-conductor lead (coil splitting and phase switching ready).
Description
Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Neck White Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Neck is a high-output humbucker engineered for modern extended-range guitars and aggressive playing styles. This neck position pickup delivers articulate, controlled response even at high gain levels, making it the ideal complement to the bridge Noumenon for players who demand clarity and definition throughout their signal chain.
Tone & Electronics
Built with Alnico 8 magnets, this pickup produces a tight, focused output with enhanced midrange definition and reduced feedback compared to traditional ceramic designs. The 7.92 kOhm DC resistance provides substantial output while maintaining note separation and string-to-string articulation, particularly effective for drop tunings and high-gain applications.
Design & Build
Hand-assembled in Santa Barbara, California, this passive humbucker features a 4-conductor shielded cable for flexible wiring options and noise rejection. The triangular feet on the bottom plate ensure secure installation in standard humbucker routes without modification.
Key Features
- DC Resistance: 7.92 kOhm
- Magnet Type: Alnico 8
- Configuration: Passive
- Wiring: 4-conductor shielded cable
- Bottom Plate: Triangular feet for standard humbucker routes
- Position: Neck
- Type: Humbucker
- Handmade in Santa Barbara, California
The Loomis Noumenon Neck combines precision engineering with Seymour Duncan's reputation for clarity and performance in demanding modern contexts.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Neck is a high-output Alnico 8 humbucker engineered for extended-range and drop-tuned guitars that demand articulate string definition without mud or feedback at heavy gain. Built by hand in Santa Barbara and paired best with a bridge Noumenon, it's purpose-built for metal, djent, and progressive players who need each note to cut through aggressive tones with clarity and control.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Djent, Progressive, Extended Range, High-Gain Applications |
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| Tonal character | Tight low end, articulate midrange, controlled high-gain response, reduced feedback, note separation |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Acoustic (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What tunings and guitar types is this pickup designed for?
The Loomis Noumenon Neck is engineered specifically for extended-range guitars and drop tunings, maintaining string-to-string definition and note separation even at lower pitches. It works best as a neck complement to a bridge Noumenon pickup on guitars with standard humbucker routing.
Will this pickup fit my guitar without modification?
Yes. The triangular feet on the bottom plate are designed for standard humbucker routes and require no modification to install. The 4-conductor shielded cable also provides flexible wiring options for most modern guitar electronics.
How does Alnico 8 compare to ceramic magnets for high-gain playing?
Alnico 8 magnets in the Loomis Noumenon produce a tighter, more focused output with enhanced midrange definition and reduced feedback compared to ceramic designs. This keeps notes articulate and prevents muddiness at high-gain levels.
Is this pickup suitable for jazz or blues?
No. The Loomis Noumenon is engineered for metal, djent, progressive, and high-gain applications. Its tight low end and aggressive voicing are not designed for the dynamic response and warmth jazz and blues players typically require.
What output level should I expect?
The 7.92 kOhm DC resistance delivers substantial output while preserving articulation and note separation, making it suitable for high-gain applications without sacrificing clarity or introducing feedback.
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 $10 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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