Seymour Duncan Saturday Night Special, set Nc 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
- 11104-11-Nc
Description
Seymour Duncan Saturday Night Special Nc Pickup Set
The Saturday Night Special delivers articulate, balanced tone with moderate output that cuts through a live mix without overwhelming sustain. This Alnico 4 humbucker set excels at maintaining clarity and definition across registers—essential for gigging players who need their tone to project on stage without excessive compression. The nickel cover contributes warmth while maintaining the crisp attack that defines this pickup's character, making it reliable for both studio work and touring.
Tone & Electrical Specifications
The bridge pickup's 9.75k DC resistance and neck's 7.90k resistance create a well-matched pair that responds dynamically to your playing without sacrificing articulation. Alnico 4 magnets provide the moderate output level—strong enough for overdrive and distortion on stage, yet transparent enough for clean and light crunch tones that preserve note definition and keep your playing readable in a band context.
Construction & Compatibility
Built in Santa Barbara, California, each pickup features four-conductor wiring for flexible coil-splitting and series/parallel switching options. The maple spacer and short mounting legs ensure secure installation and tonal focus, while the nickel cover adds vintage aesthetic appeal without compromising magnetic field strength or road reliability.
Key Features
- Humbucker set configuration with Alnico 4 magnets
- Moderate output level for versatile tone shaping
- Bridge pickup: 9.75k DC resistance
- Neck pickup: 7.90k DC resistance
- Four-conductor wiring for coil-splitting capability
- Nickel cover (Nc designation)
- Maple spacer for structural support and tonal definition
- Short mounting legs for secure fit
- Made in Santa Barbara, California
This Saturday Night Special set balances vintage-inspired warmth with modern clarity—a dependable pickup choice for players who need character without compromise, whether on a gig or in the studio.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Saturday Night Special is an Alnico 4 humbucker set delivering articulate, balanced tone with moderate output—warm but with crisp attack that cuts through without excessive compression. Built for intermediate to pro players who gig and record across blues, rock, and jazz, these pickups sit naturally in a mix and respond dynamically to your touch, making them ideal for players who value clarity and definition over pure power. Four-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting for added tonal flexibility on stage or in the studio, and the USA-made construction ensures reliability night after night.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles are these pickups best suited for?
The Saturday Night Special excels in blues, rock, jazz, and studio sessions. Their articulate, balanced tone and moderate output make them ideal for players who want clarity and definition; they are not recommended for metal, thrash metal, or djent styles that typically demand higher output and more aggressive compression.
What does the four-conductor wiring allow me to do?
Four-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting and series/parallel switching, giving you flexibility to reshape your tone and expand your sonic palette without rewiring. This is especially useful for live gigging and studio work where tonal versatility is valuable.
How do these pickups handle clean and overdriven tones?
The Alnico 4 magnets deliver moderate output that is strong enough for overdrive and distortion yet transparent enough to preserve note definition in clean and light crunch tones. This makes them responsive to your playing dynamics without sacrificing articulation across any register.
What are the DC resistance specs for each pickup?
The bridge pickup is rated at 9.75k DC resistance and the neck pickup at 7.90k DC resistance, creating a well-matched pair that sits naturally in a mix without overwhelming sustain.
Are these pickups made in the USA?
Yes, each pickup is built in Santa Barbara, California and features maple spacer construction with short mounting legs for secure installation and tonal focus.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $20 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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