Seymour Duncan Wes Hauch Jupiter 7-String Rail Black Pickup Set
- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11105-01-7STR-B
Description
Seymour Duncan Wes Hauch Jupiter 7-String Rail Black Pickup Set
The Wes Hauch Jupiter is a high-output 7-string pickup set engineered for extended-range instruments demanding clarity and aggression across all strings. Hauch's signature design delivers articulate note separation and powerful low-end response without sacrificing upper-midrange definition, making these rails ideal for modern metal and progressive applications where every string carries equal impact on stage and in the studio.
Tone & Output Character
Built with a ceramic magnet and high-output wind, these pickups generate substantial signal presence while maintaining tight, controlled articulation through any live mix. The neck pickup's 9.22k DCR and bridge pickup's 17.80k DCR create a balanced progression across the range, delivering aggressive upper-midrange bite and deep lows suited to drop tunings and extended scales—cut through loud venues and dense band arrangements with reliability.
Construction & Reliability
Dual stainless-steel rail poles ensure consistent magnetic field strength across all seven strings, eliminating dead spots common in traditional coils on wider fretboards. Each set is handmade in Santa Barbara, California and ships with a 4-conductor shielded cable, ready for direct installation in compatible 7-string instruments and built to withstand touring and frequent gigging demands.
Key Features
- Dual stainless-steel rail poles
- Ceramic magnet construction
- High-output wind
- Passive design
- Neck pickup DCR: 9.22k
- Bridge pickup DCR: 17.80k
- 4-conductor shielded cable included
- Handmade in Santa Barbara, California
- Black rails finish
- Designed for 7-string instruments
- Wes Hauch signature model
The Wes Hauch Jupiter set combines Seymour Duncan's precision manufacturing with a signature artist's specific voicing, delivering versatile high-output performance across the full extended range—a gigging musician's choice for extended-range rigs.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Wes Hauch Jupiter is a high-output 7-string pickup set built for metal and progressive players who demand clarity and aggression across all strings without dead spots. Dual stainless-steel rail poles ensure consistent magnetic field strength on wider fretboards, while ceramic magnets and a balanced neck-to-bridge progression deliver articulate note separation, controlled tight lows, and aggressive upper-midrange bite—essential for drop tunings and extended-range playing. This is a road-ready choice for gigging musicians and collectors who refuse to compromise punch or definition across seven strings.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes rail pickups better for 7-string guitars?
Dual stainless-steel rail poles deliver consistent magnetic field strength across all seven strings, eliminating dead spots common in traditional coils on wider fretboards. This ensures every string carries equal articulation and impact.
Are these pickups suitable for drop tunings and extended-range playing?
Yes. The 17.80k DCR bridge pickup generates deep, controlled low-end response while maintaining aggressive upper-midrange definition, making them ideal for drop tunings and extended scales without muddiness.
What genres are these pickups designed for?
These pickups excel in metal, progressive, and modern extended-range applications. They are not optimized for jazz, blues, or folk styles.
What's included in the set?
Each set includes a neck pickup, bridge pickup, and a 4-conductor shielded cable ready for direct installation in compatible 7-string instruments. The pickups are handmade in Santa Barbara, California.
How do these compare to other 7-string options?
The Jupiter set combines high-output ceramic construction with balanced DCR progression and dual rail poles for consistent string-to-string response, positioning it as a middle ground between ultra-aggressive high-output models like the EMG 81/85 and more articulate options like the Fishman Fluence Modern 7-String.
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