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Best Seymour Duncan Pickups for 7-String Guitars 2025

Premium Seymour Duncan pickups for 7-string guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For 7-String Guitar Upgrade For Extended Range For Metal For Progressive Music For Modern Guitar Tones For Technical Playing
BRANDS: DiMarzio Seymour Duncan Fishman EMG
Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis Noumenon 7 Set BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis Noumenon 7 Set BK

by Seymour Duncan
Modern Guitar Tones Progressive Music Extended Range
Key Feature:
• Professional performance upgrade
✓ PROS
  • • Enhanced low B string response
  • • Balanced output across all strings
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than 6-string pickups
  • • Requires proper installation

Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis Noumenon 7 Set BKPickup Set for 7-String Electric GuitarJeff Loomis Signature Model2...

⭐ 4.9/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 599872
$549
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Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis Humbucker Neck 7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis Humbucker Neck 7

by Seymour Duncan
Modern Guitar Tones Progressive Music Metal
Key Feature:
• Balanced output across all strings
✓ PROS
  • • Modern metal capabilities
  • • Balanced output across all strings
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than 6-string pickups
  • • Requires proper installation

Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis Humbucker Neck 7Pickup for 7-String Electric GuitarJeff Loomis Signature...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 599881
$219
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Seymour Duncan Black Winter 7-String Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Seymour Duncan Black Winter 7-String Set

by Seymour Duncan
Metal 7-String Guitar Upgrade Technical Playing
Key Feature:
• Designed specifically for 7-string guitars
✓ PROS
  • • Professional performance upgrade
  • • Designed specifically for 7-string guitars
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than 6-string pickups
  • • Specialized for extended range only

Seymour Duncan Black Winter 7-String SetPickup Set For 7-String GuitarsHigh output humbucker SetPassive modeEspecially...

⭐ 4.7/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 335007
$351
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seymour Duncan Nazgul 7 Bridge Metal Cover - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Seymour Duncan Nazgul 7 Bridge Metal Cover

by Seymour Duncan
7-String Guitar Upgrade Technical Playing Progressive Music
Key Feature:
• Balanced output across all strings
✓ PROS
  • • Professional performance upgrade
  • • Designed specifically for 7-string guitars
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than 6-string pickups
  • • Limited availability and options

Seymour Duncan Nazgul 7 Bridge Metal CoverHumbuckerCeramic magnetPassiveBridge position4-Conductor lead...

⭐ 4.8/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 324551
$208
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Seymour Duncan Black Winter 7-String Bridge - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Seymour Duncan Black Winter 7-String Bridge

by Seymour Duncan
Progressive Music Extended Range Modern Guitar Tones
Key Feature:
• Modern metal capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Modern metal capabilities
  • • Designed specifically for 7-string guitars
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than 6-string pickups
  • • Requires proper installation

Seymour Duncan Black Winter 7-String BridgeHumbucker For 7-String Electric GuitarHigh outputFor the bridge...

⭐ 4.9/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 335010
$175
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Seymour Duncan SH7-4 JB Model Humbucker BL - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Seymour Duncan SH7-4 JB Model Humbucker BL

by Seymour Duncan
Progressive Music Modern Guitar Tones Metal
Key Feature:
• Enhanced low B string response
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced output across all strings
  • • Enhanced low B string response
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than 6-string pickups
  • • May need routing modifications

Seymour Duncan SH7-4 4CPickupJB model for 7-string guitarsBridge position4-Wire connector cableHigh output with plenty...

⭐ 4.5/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 159829
$164
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seymour Duncan SH-1N BLK 4C 7 STR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Seymour Duncan SH-1N BLK 4C 7 STR

by Seymour Duncan
Extended Range Technical Playing Progressive Music
Key Feature:
• Designed specifically for 7-string guitars
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced output across all strings
  • • Modern metal capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than 6-string pickups
  • • Specialized for extended range only

Seymour Duncan SH-1N BLK 4C 7 STR'59 HumbuckerFor 7-string guitars (original)P.A.F. replicaNeck positionWarm tone...

⭐ 4.5/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 209656
$153
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seymour Duncan Nazgul 7 Bridge Uncovered - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Seymour Duncan Nazgul 7 Bridge Uncovered

by Seymour Duncan
7-String Guitar Upgrade Modern Guitar Tones Technical Playing
Key Feature:
• Modern metal capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Enhanced low B string response
  • • Modern metal capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability and options
  • • Specialized for extended range only

Seymour Duncan Nazgul 7 Bridge UncoveredPickup For Electric GuitarsPassive humbuckerBridge positionHigh outputCeramic...

⭐ 5.0/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 324552
$175
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seymour Duncan Invader SH-8 B Passive Mount 7 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Seymour Duncan Invader SH-8 B Passive Mount 7

by Seymour Duncan
Progressive Music Technical Playing Metal
Key Feature:
• Modern metal capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Balanced output across all strings
  • • Designed specifically for 7-string guitars
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized for extended range only
  • • May need routing modifications

Seymour Duncan Invader SH-8 B Passive Mount 7, Pickup InvaderThe name is an omen with this pickupwhich is here in a...

⭐ 4.6/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 150105
$171
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Seymour Duncan Nazgul 7 Bridge Soapbar Cover - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Seymour Duncan Nazgul 7 Bridge Soapbar Cover

by Seymour Duncan
Metal Technical Playing Modern Guitar Tones
Key Feature:
• Enhanced low B string response
✓ PROS
  • • Professional performance upgrade
  • • Enhanced low B string response
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability and options
  • • Requires proper installation

Seymour Duncan Nazgul 7 Bridge Soapbar CoverPickup For 7-String Electric GuitarsConstruction: HumbuckerCeramic...

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 324550
$193
Buy at Thomann View Details
Seymour Duncan SSH7-2N Jazz Neck Humbucker BL - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Seymour Duncan SSH7-2N Jazz Neck Humbucker BL

by Seymour Duncan
Technical Playing Modern Guitar Tones 7-String Guitar Upgrade
Key Feature:
• Enhanced low B string response
✓ PROS
  • • Professional performance upgrade
  • • Enhanced low B string response
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability and options
  • • Requires proper installation

Seymour Duncan SH-7 2N 4C Humbucker für 7-String, Humbucker PickupAs the name suggests, the Seymour Duncan SH 2 Jazz...

⭐ 4.6/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 159828
$164
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Pickups for 7-String Guitars

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 pickups for 7-string guitars 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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