Best Humbucker Pickups Under $200 2026

Affordable humbucker pickups under $200 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: January 7, 2026 • Next update: January 14, 2026

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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

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Seymour Duncan Mark Holcomb Scarlet HU Neck - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Seymour Duncan Mark Holcomb Scarlet HU Neck

by Seymour Duncan

Rock Heavy Genres Metal

Key Feature:

• Great sustain characteristics

✓ PROS

• Great sustain characteristics
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

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

Seymour Duncan Mark Holcomb Scarlet HU NeckHumbucker Pickup for Electric GuitarMark Holcomb signature model6-String...

⭐ 4.7/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 575564

$197

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Seymour Duncan 78 Model Pickup Bridge BL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Seymour Duncan 78 Model Pickup Bridge BL

by Seymour Duncan

Rock Hard Rock Metal

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• Cancels electrical interference
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

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

Seymour Duncan 78 Model Pickup Bridge BLPickup For Electric GuitarHumbuckerFor bridge positionMedium outputTrembucker...

⭐ 4.9/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 545761

$187

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Seymour Duncan Slash 2.0 Humbucker Bridge BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Seymour Duncan Slash 2.0 Humbucker Bridge BK

by Seymour Duncan

Rock Hard Rock Jazz

Key Feature:

• Thick, powerful tone

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many genres
• Cancels electrical interference

✗ CONS

• Less vintage character
• May lack brightness of single-coils

Seymour Duncan Slash 2.0 Humbucker Bridge BKPickup for Electric GuitarHumbuckerSlash signature modelFor bridge...

⭐ 4.6/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 567412

$171

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Seymour Duncan SHPR-1b P-Rails Bridge Creme - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Seymour Duncan SHPR-1b P-Rails Bridge Creme

by Seymour Duncan

Jazz Rock Blues

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• Cancels electrical interference
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• Less vintage character

Seymour Duncan SHPR-1b P-Rails Bridge CremePickup for Electric GuitarFor bridge positionHumbuckerMedium outputCombines...

⭐ 5.0/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 559955

$171

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Seymour Duncan TB-PG1B Zebra - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Seymour Duncan TB-PG1B Zebra

by Seymour Duncan

Blues Metal Jazz

Key Feature:

• Thick, powerful tone

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

• Less vintage character
• May overpower small amps

Seymour Duncan TB-PG1B ZebraPickup for electric guitarTrembuckerP.A.F. sound with enhanced mid rangeFor the bridge...

⭐ 4.6/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 352443

$171

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Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Bridge White - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Bridge White

by Seymour Duncan

Metal Rock Heavy Genres

Key Feature:

• Great sustain characteristics

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many genres
• Cancels electrical interference

✗ CONS

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

Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Bridge WhitePickup for Electric GuitarAlex Skolnick (Testament) Signature...

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 572562

$197

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Seymour Duncan Black Winter Bridge Trem - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Seymour Duncan Black Winter Bridge Trem

by Seymour Duncan

Jazz Heavy Genres Metal

Key Feature:

• Great sustain characteristics

✓ PROS

• Cancels electrical interference
• Versatile for many genres

✗ CONS

• Less vintage character
• May overpower small amps

Seymour Duncan Black Winter Bridge TremTrembucker3 Ceramic magnetsPassiveBridge position4-Wire and splittableExtremely...

⭐ 4.8/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 324548

$164

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Seymour Duncan Pegasus 6 Trembucker Bridge BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Seymour Duncan Pegasus 6 Trembucker Bridge BK

by Seymour Duncan

Heavy Genres Jazz Rock

Key Feature:

• Great sustain characteristics

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• Cancels electrical interference

✗ CONS

• Can be too thick for some styles
• Different mounting requirements

Seymour Duncan Pegasus 6 Trembucker Bridge BKPickup for Electric GuitarBuild type: TrembuckerAlnico V magnet4-Wire...

⭐ 5.0/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 347919

$164

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Seymour Duncan SH1B NCover 2C - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Seymour Duncan SH1B NCover 2C

by Seymour Duncan

Jazz Heavy Genres Blues

Key Feature:

• Thick, powerful tone

✓ PROS

• Versatile for many genres
• Thick, powerful tone

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness of single-coils
• Less vintage character

Seymour Duncan SH1B NCover 2C, PickupsThe classic in its original form: many experts are of the opinion that a single...

⭐ 4.8/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 150633

$171

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Seymour Duncan APH-2N Slash Alnico II Pro BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.9/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Seymour Duncan APH-2N Slash Alnico II Pro BK

by Seymour Duncan

Rock Jazz Heavy Genres

Key Feature:

• Thick, powerful tone

✓ PROS

• Great sustain characteristics
• Cancels electrical interference

✗ CONS

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

Seymour Duncan APH-2N Slash Alnico II Pro BK, Pickup, Slash Alnico II ZB humbucker pickup, Alnico II pro, Neck pickup,...

⭐ 4.9/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 242758

$169

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Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis 7 Neck BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.4/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis 7 Neck BK

by Seymour Duncan

Heavy Genres Rock Hard Rock

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• High output for distortion
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

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

Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis 7 Neck BKPickup for 7-String Electric GuitarActive humbuckerJeff Loomis signature modelFor...

⭐ 4.4/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 553788

$186

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Seymour Duncan Green Magic Pickup Bridge BP - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.6/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Seymour Duncan Green Magic Pickup Bridge BP

by Seymour Duncan

Metal Hard Rock Jazz

Key Feature:

• Great sustain characteristics

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

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

Seymour Duncan Green Magic Pickup Bridge BPPickup For Electric GuitarsHumbuckerFor bridge positionMedium outputOffers a...

⭐ 4.6/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 545745

$164

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Seymour Duncan Nazgul 6 Humbucker Bridge BLK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.6/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Seymour Duncan Nazgul 6 Humbucker Bridge BLK

by Seymour Duncan

Heavy Genres Jazz Metal

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• High output for distortion

✗ CONS

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

Seymour Duncan Nazgul 6 Humbucker Bridge BLKBridge Pickup for 6-String Electric GuitarCeramic magnetUltra aggressive...

⭐ 4.6/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 347916

$164

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Seymour Duncan TBPR-1B P-Rail Tremb Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Seymour Duncan TBPR-1B P-Rail Tremb Black

by Seymour Duncan

Blues Heavy Genres Metal

Key Feature:

• Versatile for many genres

✓ PROS

• Thick, powerful tone
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

• Less vintage character
• May overpower small amps

Seymour Duncan TBPR-1B P-Rail Tremb BlackPickupTrembucker black multi-voice humbucker pickup setP90 & Rail in one...

⭐ 4.6/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 263187

$171

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Seymour Duncan SH-1B - 59 Bridge Gold Cover 2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.8/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Seymour Duncan SH-1B - 59 Bridge Gold Cover 2

by Seymour Duncan

Blues Hard Rock Jazz

Key Feature:

• Cancels electrical interference

✓ PROS

• Cancels electrical interference
• Great sustain characteristics

✗ CONS

• May overpower small amps
• Different mounting requirements

Seymour Duncan SH-1B - 59 Bridge Gold Cover 2Pickups for Electric GuitarHumbuckerFor bridge positionMedium-high...

⭐ 4.8/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 558025

$187

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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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Seymour Duncan Mark Holcomb Scarlet HU Neck

Seymour Duncan 78 Model Pickup Bridge BL

Seymour Duncan Slash 2.0 Humbucker Bridge BK

Seymour Duncan SHPR-1b P-Rails Bridge Creme

Seymour Duncan TB-PG1B Zebra

Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Bridge White

Seymour Duncan Black Winter Bridge Trem

Seymour Duncan Pegasus 6 Trembucker Bridge BK

Seymour Duncan SH1B NCover 2C

Seymour Duncan APH-2N Slash Alnico II Pro BK

Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis 7 Neck BK

Seymour Duncan Green Magic Pickup Bridge BP

Seymour Duncan Nazgul 6 Humbucker Bridge BLK

Seymour Duncan TBPR-1B P-Rail Tremb Black

Seymour Duncan SH-1B - 59 Bridge Gold Cover 2

How to Choose the Best Humbucker Pickups

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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