Seymour Duncan Set, Naz/Sent, TB Red/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
- 11108-96-TB-RB
Description
Seymour Duncan Nazgûl/Sentient Red/Black Pickup Set
This Nazgûl/Sentient pairing delivers aggressive high-output bridge response paired with articulate, touch-sensitive neck clarity—a combination that locks in tight on stage for modern metal and progressive players. The distinctive red and black zebra finish makes a visual statement while the vacuum wax potting ensures rock-solid reliability without microphonic squeal, even under heavy playing demands and extended tour schedules.
Tone & Output Character
The large ceramic magnet in the bridge position generates the high output and tight low-end definition the Nazgûl is known for, cutting through a dense mix and holding definition under distortion. The Alnico 5 bar magnet in the neck provides warmth and responsiveness that tracks articulation cleanly, letting your technique and dynamics shine through. This asymmetrical magnet pairing creates a balanced yet aggressive voicing across both positions without sacrificing dynamic control in a live rig.
Construction & Road Reliability
Built in the Santa Barbara, CA factory with nickel silver bottom plates, these pickups are vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance in high-gain applications and demanding live environments. The 4-conductor lead wire configuration allows for series, parallel, and split-coil wiring options, giving you tonal flexibility to dial in your sound across different venues and rig setups.
Key Features
- Bridge: Large ceramic magnet, high-output design
- Neck: Alnico 5 bar magnet, articulate and responsive
- Red/Black zebra finish
- Nickel silver bottom plates
- 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring configurations
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Passive humbucker design
- Designed for high-gain and aggressive playing styles
This set represents Seymour Duncan's refined approach to modern high-output tone, delivering both the clarity and aggression required in contemporary metal and progressive contexts with the stage reliability gigging musicians demand.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Nazgûl/Sentient set pairs a high-output ceramic bridge with a warm, articulate Alnico 5 neck—hand-built in Santa Barbara with vacuum wax potting for squeal-free performance under heavy gain. Built for metal, djent, and progressive players who need tight low-end definition and touch-sensitive neck clarity without sacrificing dynamic control. The 4-conductor wiring lets you experiment with series, parallel, and split-coil configurations for tonal flexibility that goes beyond stock humbucker operation.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Hard Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Nazgûl/Sentient pairing different from other high-output sets?
The bridge uses a large ceramic magnet for high output and tight low-end definition, while the neck features an Alnico 5 bar magnet for warmth and articulate tracking. This asymmetrical magnet design delivers aggressive voicing with dynamic control and touch sensitivity that standard humbucker pairings don't offer.
What genres and playing styles is this set designed for?
These pickups excel in metal, djent, progressive, and hard rock where high-gain clarity and articulation matter most. They are not optimized for jazz, blues, or folk applications.
What wiring options does the 4-conductor lead wire support?
The 4-conductor configuration allows you to run the pickups in series, parallel, or split-coil modes, giving you tonal flexibility beyond standard humbucker wiring.
How does vacuum wax potting affect performance?
Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic squeal and feedback, even under heavy playing demands and high-gain applications, ensuring rock-solid reliability without unwanted noise.
Where are these pickups made and what materials are used?
Hand-built in the Santa Barbara, CA factory, they feature nickel silver bottom plates and vacuum wax potting for durability and noise-free operation.
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