Seymour Duncan TB-5 Trembucker Duncan Custom Pickup Gold Cover
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Seymour Duncan TB-5 Trembucker Duncan Custom Pickup Gold Cover
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- SKU
- 11103-17-Gc
Description
application
”P.A.F. on steroids” tone. Used for classic rock,heavy rock,funk,punk,R&B,metal and drop-tunings.
description
Beefed up Patent Applied For tone for a hard-driving,kickin’ sound with the right balance of power,sustain,and distortion. This pickup cuts through with a distinctive high end and midrange attack. The ceramic magnet and custom coil design give it compressed dynamics,an enhanced harmonic structure,and a punchy bass. Perfect for dropped tunings without ”mushing” out. Comes with four-conductor hookup cable.
complete setup
Recommended for bridge position. Often a Duncan Custom is paired with an SH-1 ’59 in the neck for bigger P.A.F. tones in the bridge and vintage-correct P.A.F. tones in the neck.
guitars
For balanced and warm instruments. Works especially well with rosewood fingerboards.
available mods
Nickel or gold-plated cover. Trembucker. 7-string version.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan TB-5 Trembucker is a high-output bridge pickup engineered for heavy rock, metal, and drop tunings, delivering aggressive high-end attack and midrange punch without sacrificing clarity. Built on a beefed-up P.A.F. design with ceramic magnets and custom coils, it locks in hard-driving sustain and compressed dynamics that cut through any mix on a loud stage. Designed for players who need serious tone without the mush—especially those running dropped tunings or playing in heavier genres.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Heavy Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What position is this pickup designed for?
The TB-5 is recommended for bridge position. Many players pair it with an SH-1 '59 in the neck to get aggressive bridge tones with vintage P.A.F. character up front.
Is this pickup good for drop tunings?
Yes—the TB-5 is specifically designed for dropped tunings and won't lose definition or turn to mush, thanks to its ceramic magnet and compressed dynamics.
What does the trembucker design mean?
A trembucker is wider pole-piece spacing designed to work with the wider string spacing on tremolo-equipped guitars (typically Fender-style instruments). This version fits those guitars perfectly.
What's included?
The pickup comes with a four-conductor hookup cable for easy installation and wiring flexibility.
What genres does this pickup work best in?
Optimized for heavy rock, metal, hard rock, funk, and punk—anywhere you need aggression, sustain, and cutting clarity without vintage warmth.
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