Seymour Duncan Black Winter 8-String Set
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Seymour Duncan
Black Winter 8-String Set
Product Info
Article Number:
335003
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Black Winter 8-String Set
Category:
Pickups for Guitars
Price:
$372.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Black Winters are a powerhouse – pure aggression in a pickup set. They’re built for the modern metal player who wants a thick, saturated tone with plenty of bite, especially for drop tunings and extended range instruments. If you’re diving deep into djent, deathcore, or black metal, these are a serious contender.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Black Winter 8-String Set
- Pickup Set for 8-string electric guitars
- High output Humbucker set
- Passive mode
- Especially for black metal
- death metal and grind-core
- 4-core cable
- Split able
- Old-English Seymour Duncan Logo
- Only available in black
- Made in USA
PROS
- • High output delivers crushing modern metal tones effortlessly.
- • Ceramic magnet provides tight, aggressive lows and searing highs.
- • 4-core wiring minimizes noise and maximizes signal clarity.
- • Split-coil functionality adds versatility beyond extreme genres.
CONS
- • Extremely high output can be overwhelming for cleaner tones or lighter styles.
- • Limited tonal palette; not ideal for nuanced or vintage sounds.
- • The all-black finish may not suit all aesthetic preferences.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Humbucker Pickup Set
Position
Bridge and Neck
Magnet
Ceramic
Output Level
9.5
DC Resistance
16.2k (Bridge), 15.5k (Neck)
Mounting
4-Hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
While they can be split, the inherently high output and aggressive voicing makes it challenging to achieve truly convincing cleans; expect a compressed and darker character.
The Black Winters are generally hotter and more aggressive than the Warpig, with a slightly less refined high-end, but at a more accessible price point.
Most 8-string guitars are wired for high-output pickups, but verify your pots and capacitor values to avoid signal loss or unwanted noise; a 500k pot is recommended.
