Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Humbucker Neck
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Seymour Duncan
Alex Skolnick Humbucker Neck
Product Info
Article Number:
572435
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Alex Skolnick Humbucker Neck
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$196.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
Alex Skolnick's signature neck humbucker is a real winner for Testament fans and players who want a vintage-voiced, powerful neck pickup. It’s got that Alnico V warmth and clarity, perfect for aggressive riffing and expressive lead lines without getting muddy – a great pairing for a hotter bridge pickup.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Alex Skolnick Humbucker Neck
- Pickup for Electric Guitar
- Alex Skolnick (Testament) signature model
- Humbucker
- For the neck position
- Medium output
- Complements expressive melodies and aggressive palm muting
- Vintage Voiced
- Magnet material: Alnico V
- DC resistance: 7.86 kOhm
- Shielded 4-wire connection cable
- Colour: Black
- Made in USA
*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.
PROS
- • Alnico V magnet delivers a warm, articulate vintage tone.
- • Shielded 4-wire cable minimizes noise and provides coil-splitting options.
- • Medium output balances aggression with nuanced melodic expression.
- • USA-made quality ensures consistent performance and reliable construction.
CONS
- • Neck pickup only – requires a bridge pickup for full humbucker operation.
- • Alnico V can sound slightly 'soft' for players seeking extreme high-gain distortion.
- • Limited versatility; excels in rock/metal, less ideal for clean, glassy tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck
Magnet
Alnico V
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
7.86 kOhm
Spacing
Standard
Mounting
4-Hole Les Paul Style
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Alex Skolnick neck is voiced warmer and more articulate than a JB neck, with less aggressive high-end; it's designed for a more balanced, vintage-inspired tone.
Yes, the 4-wire connection allows for coil-splitting, providing single-coil tones but requires a compatible wiring harness.
While it handles aggressive playing, its vintage voicing might lack the extreme output and clarity some metal players prefer; a hotter bridge pickup is highly recommended.
