Seymour Duncan SM-3B Seymourized Mini Humbucker 4-Conductor Bridge Pic
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Seymour Duncan SM-3B Seymourized Mini Humbucker 4-Conductor Bridge Pickup
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- SKU
- 11102-36
Description
application
Hotter-than-vintage mini-humbucker. Great for blues,classic rock,southern rock,jam and hard rock.
description
With this unique design,each coil contains a high-carbon steel blade coupled to the bottom-loaded Alnico V magnet. The result is more midrange,more clarity and more detail than the SM-2. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable.
complete setup
Available for both neck and bridge positions. The bridge version is high output. The neck version is compensated for tonal balance. Often,an SM-3b Seymourized is used in the bridge with an SM-1n Vintage in the neck for versatility.
guitars
For balanced and warm instruments. Works especially well with soft wood bodies (e.g.,mahogany and swamp ash) and rosewood fingerboards.
players
Al Schnier / moe.,Brian Stoltz / Funky Meters,Dean Parks / sideman
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SM-3B is a hotter-than-vintage mini-humbucker bridge pickup engineered for blues, classic rock, southern rock, and hard rock players who want more midrange clarity and articulate detail without sacrificing warmth. The high-carbon steel blade and Alnico V magnet design delivers punchy output and cuts through live mixes while staying musical, making it ideal for gigging musicians and players building versatile backup guitars.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Southern Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Jam
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the SM-3B different from the SM-2?
The SM-3B uses high-carbon steel blades and bottom-loaded Alnico V magnets to deliver more midrange, clarity, and articulate detail than the SM-2, with higher output for bridge position use. It's still warm and balanced rather than harsh or over-aggressive.
What guitars work best with this pickup?
The SM-3B is designed for balanced and warm instruments and performs especially well in soft wood bodies like mahogany and swamp ash with rosewood fingerboards. It pairs naturally with guitars that already have tonal character.
Can I use this in the neck position?
The SM-3B is the bridge version with high output; Seymour Duncan makes the SM-1n Vintage for the neck position, which is compensated for tonal balance. Many players combine the SM-3B bridge with an SM-1n neck for versatility across the fretboard.
What genres is this pickup best suited for?
The SM-3B excels in blues, classic rock, southern rock, hard rock, and jam—styles where midrange punch and articulate clarity enhance playing without turning too aggressive or metal-oriented.
What comes in the box?
The pickup includes a four-conductor hookup cable, giving you standard wiring and series/split switching options for recording and live flexibility.
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