Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot, Bridge, Nickel Cover 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
- 11305-05-Nc
Description
Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot, Bridge, Nickel Cover Pickup
The Psyclone Hot delivers aggressive, articulate output with tight low-end response and pronounced midrange punch—a bridge pickup engineered for hard rock, metal, and high-gain applications. Its Alnico V magnet and elevated output produce cutting lead tones and responsive rhythm attack without losing note definition even at saturation. Handmade in Santa Barbara, this is a no-compromise upgrade for players demanding maximum clarity and aggression from their bridge position.
Tone & Output Character
With high output and a 12.29k DCR, the Psyclone Hot pushes amplifiers into natural overdrive while maintaining pick dynamics and harmonic complexity. The Alnico V magnet focuses midrange aggression and snap, making this pickup ideal for cutting through dense stage mixes and delivering precise articulation on lead lines during live performances.
Design & Installation
The pickup features a nickel cover that reduces magnetic flux slightly for a refined treble character compared to uncovered designs. Its Filter Tron mount type ensures straightforward installation into compatible 6-string guitar cavities, while the 2-conductor, single conductor lead wire configuration provides standard wiring flexibility for coil-split or series/parallel switching options.
Key Features
- Magnet: Alnico V
- DC Resistance: 12.29k
- Output Level: High
- Pickup Type: Humbucker
- Mount Type: Filter Tron
- Conductor Configuration: 2 Conductor
- Wiring: Single conductor lead wire
- Cover: Nickel
- String Count: 6
- Noise Cancellation: Hum-cancelling
- Handmade in Santa Barbara, California
- Made in the United States
This USA-made pickup combines proven Seymour Duncan engineering with aggressive voicing, delivering the output and clarity gigging musicians need for high-gain rigs that stand up night after night.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Psyclone Hot is a high-output bridge humbucker handmade in Santa Barbara for metal, hard rock, and aggressive lead playing. Its Alnico V magnet and 12.29k output deliver cutting articulation and tight bass response that cuts through dense mixes without sacrificing note definition at saturation. Choose this pickup if you need maximum clarity and punch from your bridge position in a high-gain rig.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, High-Gain Lead Playing, Studio Sessions |
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| Tonal character | High output, tight low end, pronounced midrange punch, articulate, aggressive |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Clean Tones (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the output level and will it work with my amp?
The Psyclone Hot has high output with a 12.29k DCR that naturally pushes amplifiers into overdrive while maintaining pick dynamics and harmonic detail. It's designed for high-gain applications and works best with tube or digital rigs already set up for aggressive voicing.
Is this pickup good for metal and hard rock?
Yes—the Psyclone Hot is engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, and high-gain lead playing. Its Alnico V magnet and pronounced midrange punch deliver the cutting articulation and tight bass response needed to cut through dense mixes.
What mount type does it use and will it fit my guitar?
The Psyclone Hot uses a Filter Tron mount and is designed for 6-string guitar cavities. Verify your guitar's bridge pickup cavity before ordering to ensure compatibility.
What's different about the nickel cover?
The nickel cover reduces magnetic flux slightly compared to uncovered designs, refining the treble character for a more articulate, defined high-end response.
Can I use this for jazz or blues?
No—the Psyclone Hot is voiced for metal, hard rock, and high-gain applications and is not recommended for jazz, blues, or clean tones where its aggressive midrange and high output would be out of place.
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 $11 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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