Seymour Duncan APH-2s Slash Alnico II Set N

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Seymour Duncan APH-2s Slash Alnico II Set N

Seymour Duncan

APH-2s Slash Alnico II Set N

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 453338
Model: APH-2s Slash Alnico II Set N
Price: $400.40

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These Slash signature pickups really nail that late-'80s Guns N’ Roses vibe – thick, sustaining, and dripping with midrange. They're a fantastic choice for players seeking a vintage-voiced humbucker with plenty of bite, especially if you’re after a Les Paul-inspired tone. It’s a premium-priced set, but the quality and sound justify the investment for serious rock and blues enthusiasts.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan APH-2s Slash Alnico II Set N
  • Pickup Set for Electric Guitar
  • Slash (Guns'n'Roses) Signature Model
  • Set includes APH-2b and APH-2n humbuckers
  • Tuned to deliver Slash's signature sustain
  • crunch and midrange tone to the original Derrig Les Paul Copy
  • For neck and bridge position
  • Medium-High output
  • Dual coil
  • Wax sealed
  • AlNiCo II magnets
  • DC Resistance bridge position: 8.9 kΩ
  • DC Resistance neck position: 8.3 kΩ
  • Single core connection cable with braided shield
  • Nickel plated cover
  • Made in USA

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.com/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • AlNiCo II magnets deliver a warm, articulate vintage tone.
  • • Wax potting minimizes microphonic noise, crucial for high-gain amps.
  • • Nickel-plated covers offer a classic aesthetic and corrosion resistance.
  • • Excellent output for thick, sustaining lead lines and crunchy rhythm.
CONS
  • • Limited versatility; excels in Slash’s signature tones, less suited for modern genres.
  • • Higher output may be too aggressive for some players' preferred clean tones.
  • • The AlNiCo II magnets can be slightly susceptible to temperature fluctuations affecting tone.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Neck and Bridge
Magnet AlNiCo II
Output Level Medium-High
DC Resistance 8.9 kΩ (Bridge), 8.3 kΩ (Neck)
Spacing 42 in
Mounting Four-hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

Seymour Duncan meticulously analyzed those pickups to recreate their character, but these offer improved consistency and reduced noise due to the wax potting.
Absolutely, they're designed to handle high gain without getting muddy, retaining clarity and definition even when pushed hard.
Generally yes, but slight modifications to the pickup cavities might be needed depending on the specific copy’s construction – always check measurements beforehand.

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