Seymour Duncan Black Winter Set White
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Seymour Duncan
Black Winter Set White
Product Info
Article Number:
588936
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Black Winter Set White
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$324.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These Black Winters are a powerhouse – built for crushing, modern metal tones. The ceramic magnets and high output create a seriously aggressive sound, but be aware they aren’t versatile enough for everything. If you’re a death metal or djent player looking for maximum gain and a tight low-end, this is a top-tier pickup set.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Black Winter Set White
- Pickup set for electric guitar
- 2 Humbuckers
- For bridge and neck position
- Extremely high output
- Specially developed for extreme metal styles
- Aggressive voicing with focussed low end
- Two rows of black hexagon head screws as pole pieces
- Passive design
- Output: High
- Shielded connections: 4-conductor
- Dual Coil
- DC resistance (bridge): 16.6 kOhm
- DC resistance (neck): 13.0 kOhm
- Magnet material: Ceramic
- Colour: White with black logo
PROS
- • Ceramic magnets deliver a tight, aggressive low-end response perfect for modern metal.
- • 4-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting, adding some tonal flexibility.
- • Hex screws offer excellent string leveling and a secure, quality feel.
- • High output provides massive gain and sustain for extreme playing styles.
CONS
- • The extremely high output can be muddy with lower-gain amps or pedals.
- • The voicing is very specific; not ideal for clean tones or genres outside metal.
- • White finish can be prone to showing dirt and wear, requiring more care.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge and Neck
Magnet
Ceramic
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
Bridge: 16.6 kOhm, Neck: 13.0 kOhm
Spacing
Standard
Mounting
4-Hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
Black Winters retain more of a 'guitar' feel than EMG's sterile sound, with a more dynamic response and a slightly more organic character.
While possible, the Black Winters' higher output and ceramic magnet sound might clash with a Strat's typically brighter tone, potentially sounding overwhelming.
While shielded, the high output does increase potential for noise; a good quality noise gate might be necessary with extremely high gain settings.
