Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter High Output Passive Humbucker Bridge Pickup, Black

The Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter is a high - output passive humbucker designed for extreme metal music. With at least three large ceramic magnets, it offers maximum output and sustain in high - gain scenarios. The custom overwound coil design provides amazing clarity in mids and highs, while keeping the low end controlled. This pickup can handle any guitar tuning, no matter how low. It enables aggressive palm mutes, smooth sweep picking, and powerful lead tones. You'll get crushing distortion, intense mids, and aggressive saturation without losing string - to - string separation or sensitivity. The 7 - and 8 - string versions easily handle extended - range low notes. Pair the bridge Black Winter with the neck model for a full - on metal experience. Handmade in Santa Barbara, CA, it comes in standard humbucker and Trembucker sizes for 6 - string guitars, and passive or active mounts for 7 - and 8 - string guitars. It ships with a 4 - conductor lead wire for various wiring options and is vacuum wax potted to prevent squealing.

Using your Seymour Duncan Blackened Black Winter pickup is straightforward. First, install it on your guitar following the included instructions. It's suitable for extreme metal, so you can use it with high - gain settings on your amplifier to get that crushing distortion and aggressive tone. When tuning your guitar, don't worry about going too low as this pickup can handle it. For palm muting, just place your hand gently on the strings near the bridge. Sweep picking will feel smooth and fluid. When it comes to maintenance, keep your pickup clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off any dust or dirt. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or moisture, as this can affect its performance. If you need to change the wiring, refer to the 4 - conductor lead wire options provided. With proper use and care, your Black Winter pickup will serve you well for a long time.