Seymour Duncan APH-1B4C BLK

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Seymour Duncan APH-1B4C BLK

Seymour Duncan

APH-1B4C BLK

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Product Info

Article Number: 150014
Model: APH-1B4C BLK
Price: $163.90

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The APH-1B4C is a fantastic choice for players seeking a vintage-voiced humbucker with modern versatility. Slash’s endorsement speaks to its classic rock suitability, and the 4-wire harness adds a surprisingly wide range of tonal options—perfect for blues, classic rock, and even some lighter funk styles.

Product Description

Seymour Duncan APH-1B4C BLK, Pickup for GuitarThe APH-1 uses "Alnico II magnet Musical" that produces a truly natural, warm tone. Extremely accurate reproduction of all nuances and long sustain define this pickup, which is also used by Guns N 'Roses guitarist Slash.

The 4-wire connection cable also allows switching to single-coil connection and parallel coil connection, meaning that even a humbucker guitar elicit clear sounds.

, Model Alnico II Pro, Humbucker, Bridge position, 4-Wire conductor cable, Colour: Black

PROS
  • • Alnico II magnet delivers a warm, natural, and responsive tone.
  • • 4-wire design offers coil-splitting and parallel wiring versatility.
  • • Excellent reproduction of nuances and long sustain for expressive playing.
  • • Black finish provides a classic, understated aesthetic suitable for many guitars.
CONS
  • • Alnico II magnet produces a lower output, potentially lacking for high-gain players.
  • • Might require adjustments to guitar's electronics for optimal performance.
  • • Can sound slightly muddy in very scooped EQ settings.

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Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico II
Output Level 7.5kΩ (approximate)
DC Resistance 11.25kΩ (approximate)
Spacing 49.2mm (1.94 in)
Mounting Four-hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alnico II offers a smoother, warmer, and more dynamic response than Ceramic magnets, lacking the Ceramic's aggressive high-end and higher output.
The coil-splitting provides usable single-coil tones, although the Alnico II's inherent warmth prevents them from being overly bright; it's a pleasant, round single-coil sound.
These pickups shine in guitars with mahogany or alder bodies, as the wood’s natural resonance complements the Alnico II’s warm character, but they’re adaptable to most common guitar woods.

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