Seymour Duncan Psyclone Humbucker Neck Gold 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
- 11305-07-Gc
Description
Seymour Duncan Psyclone Humbucker Neck Gold Pickup
The Psyclone Neck delivers a focused, articulate voice with controlled output that sits perfectly in the mix on stage. This hand-built pickup trades excessive aggression for clarity and definition, making it ideal for players who need their rhythm work and lead passages to cut through without dominating the band. The neck position's moderate output balances naturally with bridge pickups across a wide range of genres, giving you reliable tonal control from first gig to touring schedule.
Tone & Output Character
With a 7.2k ohm DC resistance, the Psyclone sits in the medium-output range, offering sufficient gain for overdrive and distortion without sacrificing articulation or note definition. The Alnico 5 magnet contributes warmth and dynamic responsiveness, letting your pick attack and finger technique shape the tone rather than flattening everything into saturation—essential when you need your playing to translate live.
Design & Construction
Each pickup is hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA to exacting Seymour Duncan standards, ensuring consistent quality and road-ready reliability. The 4-conductor wiring and double-thickness Alnico V bar magnet provide flexibility for coil-tap configurations, allowing you to customize voicing without additional modification or downtime before a set.
Key Features
- Alnico 5 magnet for warm, responsive tone
- Double-thickness Alnico V bar magnet
- 7.2k ohm DC resistance
- 4-conductor wiring for coil-tap capability
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Direct replacement for standard humbucker cavities
- Neck position calibration
- Gold cover included
This Psyclone Neck delivers the Seymour Duncan standard of craftsmanship and tonal versatility in a pickup designed for gigging players who demand clarity, response, and dependable performance night after night.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Psyclone Neck is a hand-built, medium-output humbucker with an Alnico 5 magnet that delivers articulate, warm tone with focused clarity—ideal for neck-position work in rock, blues, and progressive styles. Its 7.2k ohm resistance balances naturally with most bridge pickups, giving you defined rhythm and lead tones without sacrificing note definition or dynamic responsiveness. The 4-conductor wiring enables coil-tap options, and it's a direct drop-in replacement for standard humbucker cavities.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Thrash Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Psyclone different from the 59 or JB?
The Psyclone Neck sits between those models tonally: it's warmer and more articulate than a JB, with controlled output that won't dominate the mix, while offering more clarity and responsiveness than a 59. The Alnico 5 magnet and 7.2k ohm resistance strike a balance for players who want definition and musicality without excessive aggression.
Can I use this for lead work, or is it only for rhythm?
The Psyclone works equally well for both rhythm and lead; its articulate voice and dynamic responsiveness let you shape tone with your playing rather than relying on pickup output alone. The 7.2k ohm resistance provides enough gain for overdrive and distortion while maintaining note clarity.
What genres is this pickup suited for?
The Psyclone Neck is designed for rock, blues, progressive, and jazz—styles that benefit from clarity and balanced output. It is not recommended for thrash metal or djent, where higher output and aggression are typical priorities.
Does this come with 4-conductor wiring, and can I coil-tap it?
Yes, the Psyclone Neck includes 4-conductor wiring and a double-thickness Alnico V bar magnet, making it ready for coil-tap configurations if you want to customize voicing later.
Will this fit my guitar without modifications?
The Psyclone Neck is a direct replacement for standard humbucker cavities, so no routing or modification is needed. It includes a gold cover and is designed for neck-position use.
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