Seymour Duncan TB-PG1b Pearly Gates Trmbkr White 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
- 11103-49-W
Description
Seymour Duncan TB-PG1b Pearly Gates Trembucker White Pickup
The TB-PG1b Pearly Gates Trembucker is a warm, slightly-hotter-than-vintage bridge pickup built for working musicians who need reliable tone night after night. Hand-built in Seymour Duncan's Santa Barbara factory, this pickup speaks clearly through any amp—whether you're running vintage gain or pushed hard into modern overdrive. Designed for tremolo systems and modern Gibson-style spacing, it cuts through a live mix without getting lost in the mud.
Tone & Construction
The Alnico 2 bar magnet and nickel silver bottom plate give you a balanced output with warmth and edge. Vacuum wax potting locks out squeal and feedback, so you stay locked in even when the gain climbs or the room gets noisy. The 4-conductor lead wire opens up your wiring options if you want to dial in different tonal voices down the road.
Compatibility & Installation
F-spaced pole spacing fits tremolo-equipped guitars, Fender-spaced instruments, and post-1999 Gibson models without modification. Drop it into your bridge position with the included four-conductor hookup cable—no headaches, no surprises. Modern guitar spec through and through.
Key Features
- Alnico 2 bar magnet for warm, balanced tone
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring options
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance
- F-spaced pole spacing for tremolo bridges and Fender-spaced instruments
- Compatible with post-1999 Gibson guitars
- Hand built in Seymour Duncan Santa Barbara, CA factory
- Includes four-conductor hookup cable
- Bridge position
- Warm, slightly-hotter-than-vintage output classification
Articulate highs meet solid low end—the tone you need when the stage lights are on and your audience is listening. A professional-grade pickup with the construction and sonic track record to back it up.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan TB-PG1b Pearly Gates Trembucker is a hand-built bridge pickup delivering warm, articulate tone with slightly-hotter-than-vintage output—perfect for hard rock, blues, and studio work on tremolo-equipped or modern Gibson guitars. Its Alnico 2 magnet and vacuum wax potting provide responsive dynamics and feedback-free performance at higher gain without muddying clarity, making it a dependable choice for gigging musicians and intermediate to advanced players. The F-spaced pole spacing and included 4-conductor lead wire ensure straightforward installation and flexible wiring options to dial in your preferred character.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What guitars is this pickup compatible with?
The TB-PG1b features F-spaced pole spacing, making it ideal for tremolo-equipped guitars, Fender-spaced instruments, and post-1999 Gibson models. Installation is straightforward with the included four-conductor hookup cable.
What genres is this pickup best suited for?
This pickup excels in hard rock, rock, blues, and studio sessions. Its warm, slightly-hotter-than-vintage character and balanced tone are not recommended for metal or djent styles, which typically benefit from hotter, more aggressive pickups.
How does the Pearly Gates compare to other Seymour Duncan bridge pickups?
The TB-PG1b sits between classic and modern bridge tones with an Alnico 2 magnet and warm output, offering more articulate highs and musical sustain than vintage designs. It shares responsiveness with the JB but with a warmer, more balanced character suited to blues and rock rather than pure high-gain aggression.
What does the 4-conductor lead wire allow me to do?
The 4-conductor lead wire enables flexible wiring configurations, letting you shape your tone and voice the pickup to match your preferred character and guitar setup.
Will this pickup squeal or feed back at high gain?
No. Vacuum wax potting eliminates squeal and feedback, ensuring clean operation even at higher gain settings, which is essential for reliable live and studio performance.
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. 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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