Best Humbucker Pickups for Rock 2025

Perfect humbucker pickups for rock - easy to play and learn on

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Metal For Jazz For Blues For Hard Rock For Heavy Genres

BRANDS: Seymour Duncan DiMarzio EMG Bare Knuckle Gibson Mojotone Fishman Suhr Tesla Lollar Fender TV Jones PRS

Bare Knuckle Halcyon Set Fibreboard BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Bare Knuckle Halcyon Set Fibreboard BK

by Bare Knuckle

Heavy Genres Blues Rock

Key Feature:

• Great sustain characteristics

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• High output for distortion

✗ CONS

• May overpower small amps
• Less vintage character

Bare Knuckle Halcyon Set Fibreboard BKPickup for Electric GuitarMike Stringer Signature ModelHandwound...

⭐ 4.5/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 614194

$516

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Bare Knuckle Black Hawk Set BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Bare Knuckle Black Hawk Set BK

by Bare Knuckle

Metal Rock Heavy Genres

Key Feature:

• Thick, powerful tone

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many genres
• High output for distortion

✗ CONS

• May overpower small amps
• Can be too thick for some styles

Bare Knuckle Black Hawk Set BKSet of Pickups for Electric GuitarTwo hand-wound humbuckersFor bridge and neck...

⭐ 4.7/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 615242

$483

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Bare Knuckle Halcyon Set WH - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Bare Knuckle Halcyon Set WH

by Bare Knuckle

Blues Hard Rock Rock

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• Less vintage character
• Can be too thick for some styles

Bare Knuckle Halcyon Set WHPickup for Electric GuitarMike Stringer Signature ModelHandwound humbuckerPositions: Bridge...

⭐ 4.6/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 614196

$516

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Bare Knuckle Rebel Yell BR F-Spaced ZEB - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Bare Knuckle Rebel Yell BR F-Spaced ZEB

by Bare Knuckle

Hard Rock Heavy Genres Blues

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• High output for distortion
• Thick, powerful tone

✗ CONS

• Can be too thick for some styles
• Less vintage character

Bare Knuckle Rebel Yell BR F-Spaced ZEBPickup for Electric GuitarHandwound humbuckerSteve Stevens Signature modelFor...

⭐ 4.7/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 615230

$285

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Bare Knuckle Polymath Set BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Bare Knuckle Polymath Set BK

by Bare Knuckle

Jazz Heavy Genres Blues

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• High output for distortion

✗ CONS

• Can be too thick for some styles
• May overpower small amps

Bare Knuckle Polymath Set BKSet of Pickups for Electric GuitarTwo hand-wound humbuckersPositions: Bridge and...

⭐ 4.6/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 616472

$494

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Bare Knuckle The Mule BR BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Bare Knuckle The Mule BR BK

by Bare Knuckle

Jazz Blues Metal

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• Great sustain characteristics
• Cancels electrical interference

✗ CONS

• Can be too thick for some styles
• May overpower small amps

Bare Knuckle The Mule BR BKPickup for Electric GuitarHand-wound humbuckerFor bridge positionClassic PAF vintage sound...

⭐ 4.7/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 616370

$215

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Mojotone 59 Modern Humbucker Set BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Mojotone 59 Modern Humbucker Set BK

by Mojotone

Jazz Heavy Genres Hard Rock

Key Feature:

• Great sustain characteristics

✓ PROS

• Cancels electrical interference
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• Less vintage character
• May overpower small amps

Mojotone 59 Modern Humbucker Set BKSet of Pickups for Electric Guitar2 humbuckersFor bridge and neck positionThe same...

⭐ 5.0/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 616938

$274

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Seymour Duncan SH-2b Jazz Bridge Humbucker N - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Seymour Duncan SH-2b Jazz Bridge Humbucker N

by Seymour Duncan

Blues Rock Metal

Key Feature:

• High output for distortion

✓ PROS

• Cancels electrical interference
• High output for distortion

✗ CONS

• Can be too thick for some styles
• May lack brightness of single-coils

Seymour Duncan SH-2b Jazz Bridge Humbucker NPickup for Electric GuitarHumbuckerFor bridge positionDistinctive...

⭐ 4.9/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 615878

$175

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Gibson Custombucker Plus Gold - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Gibson Custombucker Plus Gold

by Gibson

Blues Jazz Heavy Genres

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• Great sustain characteristics
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• May overpower small amps
• Different mounting requirements

Gibson Custombucker Plus GoldPickup for Electric Guitar1 unwaxed humbuckerFor neck and bridge positionOutput:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 622273

$329

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Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker NE N - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.8/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker NE N

by Mojotone

Metal Heavy Genres Rock

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many genres
• Cancels electrical interference

✗ CONS

• Less vintage character
• May overpower small amps

Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker NE NPickup for Electric GuitarHandwound humbuckerFor bridge positionAuthentic P.A.F....

⭐ 4.8/5 (4 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 614447

$142

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Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker BR AN - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.4/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker BR AN

by Mojotone

Jazz Hard Rock Heavy Genres

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• Great sustain characteristics
• High output for distortion

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• May overpower small amps

Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker BR ANPickup for Electric GuitarHandwound humbuckerFor bridge positionAuthentic P.A.F....

⭐ 4.4/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 614452

$175

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Gibson Custombucker Plus Double Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.4/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Gibson Custombucker Plus Double Black

by Gibson

Heavy Genres Blues Rock

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• High output for distortion
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• May overpower small amps

Gibson Custombucker Plus Double BlackPickup for Electric Guitar1 unwaxed humbuckerFor neck and bridge positionOutput:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 622272

$274

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Gibson Custombucker Plus Nickel - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.5/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Gibson Custombucker Plus Nickel

by Gibson

Heavy Genres Hard Rock Jazz

Key Feature:

• High output for distortion

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• May overpower small amps

Gibson Custombucker Plus NickelPickup for Electric Guitar1 unwaxed humbuckerFor neck and bridge positionOutput:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 622277

$329

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Mojotone 59 Clone Low Output HB BR N - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.9/5 (54 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Mojotone 59 Clone Low Output HB BR N

by Mojotone

Heavy Genres Hard Rock Blues

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• Cancels electrical interference
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• Different mounting requirements
• May overpower small amps

Mojotone 59 Clone Low Output HB BR NPickup for Electric GuitarHandwound humbuckerFor bridge positionAuthentic P.A.F....

⭐ 4.9/5 (54 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 614458

$142

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Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker BR N - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.6/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker BR N

by Mojotone

Blues Hard Rock Heavy Genres

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• Great sustain characteristics
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• May overpower small amps

Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker BR NPickup for Electric GuitarHandwound humbuckerFor bridge positionAuthentic P.A.F....

⭐ 4.6/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 614449

$142

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How to Choose the Best Humbucker Pickups

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced humbucker pickups typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Best Humbucker Pickups for Rock 2025

Bare Knuckle Halcyon Set Fibreboard BK

Bare Knuckle Black Hawk Set BK

Bare Knuckle Halcyon Set WH

Bare Knuckle Rebel Yell BR F-Spaced ZEB

Bare Knuckle Polymath Set BK

Bare Knuckle The Mule BR BK

Mojotone 59 Modern Humbucker Set BK

Seymour Duncan SH-2b Jazz Bridge Humbucker N

Gibson Custombucker Plus Gold

Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker NE N

Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker BR AN

Gibson Custombucker Plus Double Black

Gibson Custombucker Plus Nickel

Mojotone 59 Clone Low Output HB BR N

Mojotone 59 Clone Humbucker BR N

How to Choose the Best Humbucker Pickups

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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