Seymour Duncan Psychedelic Strat Neck 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
- 11201-16-B
Description
Seymour Duncan Psychedelic Strat Neck Black Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Psychedelic Strat Neck delivers a warm, articulate single-coil voice with extended midrange character that cuts through without the typical brightness of vintage neck pickups. This pickup pairs dense harmonic content with controlled output, making it equally at home in rhythm work and lead applications. The black cover aesthetic complements modern and classic instrument finishes alike.
Tone & Magnetic Design
Built on an Alnico 5 magnet structure, this neck pickup produces a balanced response with pronounced midrange presence and smooth treble articulation—ideal for both clean tones and overdriven textures. The 5.98k DC resistance ensures enough output to drive amplifiers decisively while preserving string-to-string clarity and definition across the fretboard.
Construction & Wiring
The pickup features cloth push-back wiring, a hallmark of premium construction that provides durability and ease of installation in retrofit applications. This specification ensures reliable long-term performance in professional and amateur setups alike.
Key Features
- Passive single-coil design
- Alnico 5 magnet
- 5.98k ohms DC resistance
- Cloth push-back wiring
- Neck position configuration
- Black cover finish
- Seymour Duncan SKU SD-11201-19-B
- Balanced midrange character with smooth treble response
The Psychedelic Strat Neck bridges vintage single-coil character with modern tonal sophistication, making it a solid choice for players upgrading their instrument's neck position for better articulation and stage presence.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Psychedelic Strat Neck is a warm, articulate single-coil pickup built on Alnico 5 magnets that delivers pronounced midrange and smooth treble without typical vintage brightness—ideal for rhythm and lead work in blues, rock, indie, and jazz. Its 5.98k DC resistance and controlled output drive amplifiers decisively while keeping string-to-string clarity intact, making it reliable for both clean and overdriven tones on stage and in the studio. The cloth push-back wiring and black cover finish ensure durability and aesthetic versatility across modern and classic Strat builds.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What magnet type and resistance does this pickup have?
The Psychedelic Strat Neck uses an Alnico 5 magnet structure with 5.98k ohms DC resistance, delivering a balanced response with pronounced midrange and controlled output suitable for both clean and overdriven tones.
Is this pickup good for blues and jazz, or just rock?
This pickup excels across blues, rock, indie, and jazz applications. Its warm, articulate character with extended midrange works equally well for rhythm and lead playing, though it is not suited for metal or thrash metal genres.
What construction features does it have for installation and durability?
The pickup features cloth push-back wiring, a premium construction standard that provides durability and ease of installation in retrofit applications, ensuring reliable long-term performance.
How does the Psychedelic differ from typical vintage Strat neck pickups?
While built on classic single-coil design, the Psychedelic delivers warm articulation and pronounced midrange without the excessive brightness common to vintage neck pickups, bridging vintage character with modern tonal sophistication.
Will this pickup work in both clean and overdriven contexts?
Yes, the balanced Alnico 5 response and controlled output make it equally at home in clean tones and overdriven textures, with the extended midrange helping you cut through in both settings.
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