Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge Trem BK

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Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge Trem BK

Seymour Duncan

Hades Gates Bridge Trem BK

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 602403
Model: Hades Gates Bridge Trem BK
Price: $181.50

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Billy Gibbons' signature Hades Gates is a seriously cool pickup. It's got that classic ZZ Top growl thanks to the Alnico II magnet and mid-forward design, and the ability to split coils opens up some unexpected sounds. This is a fantastic choice for blues, classic rock, and anyone craving that vintage, slightly gritty tone.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge Trem BK
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top) Signature Model
  • Trembucker
  • For the bridge position
  • Mid-forward and powerful sound
  • Output: Medium
  • Dual Coil
  • Shielded connection: 4-Conductor
  • DC resistance: 8.90 kOhm
  • Magnet material: Alnico II
  • Colour: Black
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Alnico II magnet delivers a warm, vocal midrange characteristic of vintage tones.
  • • 4-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting, adding versatility to your tonal palette.
  • • Trembucker design handles tremolo systems without losing low-end response.
  • • Shielded connection minimizes noise and interference, crucial for cleaner signal.
CONS
  • • Alnico II magnets might lack the high-end sizzle some modern players prefer.
  • • Mid-forward voicing isn't ideal for all music genres; may muddy heavier styles.
  • • Trembucker size may require minor adjustments for certain vintage tremolo systems.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico II
Output Level Medium
DC Resistance 8.90 kOhm
Spacing Standard
Mounting 4-Hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

The coil-split yields a surprisingly articulate single-coil tone, a bit warmer than some brighter Duncan single coils, thanks to the Alnico II.
While it handles gain well, the mid-forward nature might become a bit congested with extreme high-gain settings; a darker amp tone will help balance it.
It's slightly wider, but Seymour Duncan designed it to be compatible with most tremolo systems; minor routing adjustments might be necessary on older guitars.

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