Seymour Duncan MortalCoil Bridge Black 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
- 11106-501-B
Description
Seymour Duncan MortalCoil Bridge Black Pickup
The Seymour Duncan MortalCoil Bridge Black is a three-voice active humbucker built to cut through at high volume without muddying your articulation. This handmade pickup slots into existing active systems as a direct upgrade, offering the high output and controlled response that holds together on stage under extreme gain.
Active Electronics & Stage Tone
Built around high-density copper coils paired with a low-distortion preamp, the MortalCoil stays defined even when you're pushing your amp hard. The three-voice architecture lets you dial in your preferred character—from tight, focused attack to fuller, more muscular response—making it track cleanly through complex riff work and sustain-heavy leads alike.
Installation & Compatibility
This 6-string bridge pickup is designed as a drop-in replacement for many existing active setups and includes all required potentiometers and wiring harness. The handmade construction in Santa Barbara, California ensures consistent quality across every unit.
Key Features
- Three-voice active humbucker system
- 6-string electric guitar bridge pickup
- High-density copper coils
- Low-distortion preamp
- Drop-in upgrade for existing active setups
- Includes all required pots and wiring
- Handmade in Santa Barbara, California
- Black color finish
The MortalCoil Bridge Black delivers the clarity and responsiveness gigging musicians need from a high-output active bridge pickup.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan MortalCoil Bridge Black is a three-voice active humbucker designed for metal, hard rock, and progressive players who demand articulate, controlled aggression at extreme gain without sacrificing clarity. Built with high-density copper coils and a low-distortion preamp, it drops directly into existing active setups as a plug-and-play upgrade, complete with pots and wiring harness. Choose it for its ability to maintain definition and tight low-end response whether you're precision riffing or sustaining leads on stage.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does three-voice mean, and how does it affect my tone?
The three-voice architecture lets you switch between different voicing options—from tight, focused aggression to fuller, more muscular response—giving you tonal flexibility without swapping pickups. This makes it versatile for everything from precision riffing to sustained lead work.
Will this work in my guitar, and what comes in the box?
This is a 6-string bridge pickup designed as a drop-in replacement for existing active setups and includes all required potentiometers and wiring harness, so installation is straightforward. Verify your guitar uses an active system before purchasing.
How does the MortalCoil compare to EMG or Fishman pickups?
The MortalCoil shares the high-output, low-distortion philosophy of comparable models like the EMG 81/85 and Fishman Fluence Modern, but its three-voice system and handmade Santa Barbara construction offer a distinct alternative for players seeking articulate clarity at extreme gain.
Is this pickup right for blues or jazz?
The MortalCoil is engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, progressive, and djent genres; it is not designed for blues or jazz applications. Its tight low-end and controlled aggression suit high-gain styles rather than cleaner, sustain-focused playing.
How does the low-distortion preamp help my tone?
The low-distortion preamp paired with high-density copper coils maintains definition and clarity even at extreme gain levels, preventing the muddiness or loss of articulation that can happen with lower-quality active systems.
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