Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge ZB
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Seymour Duncan
Hades Gates Bridge ZB
Product Info
Article Number:
602363
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Hades Gates Bridge ZB
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$192.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Hades Gates Bridge ZB is a seriously cool pickup, capturing a lot of Billy Gibbons’ signature tone. It’s got that mid-range drive perfect for blues, rock, and a touch of that ZZ Top swagger – surprisingly versatile for a signature model. If you’re after a vintage-inspired sound with a bit more bite than a traditional PAF, this is a fantastic choice.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Bridge ZB
- Pickup for Electric Guitar
- Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top) Signature Model
- Humbucker
- For the bridge position
- Mid-forward and punchy sound
- Output: Medium
- Dual Coil
- Shielded connections: 4-conductor
- DC resistance: 8.90 kOhm
- Magnet material: Alnico II
- Colour: Zebra
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Alnico II magnet delivers a warm, articulate core tone.
- • Shielded 4-conductor wiring provides excellent noise reduction and coil splitting options.
- • Mid-forward voicing cuts through a mix, ideal for rhythm playing.
- • Zebra bobbin aesthetic complements Billy Gibbons' signature style.
CONS
- • Alnico II magnet may lack the extreme high-output punch some modern players desire.
- • Mid-forward character may not suit all genres or guitar types; requires careful EQing.
- • Zebra bobbin finish is purely aesthetic; doesn't affect tone.
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 Hades Gates is noticeably warmer and more mid-focused than a Custom, with a slightly lower output; it's less aggressive overall.
Yes, the 4-conductor wiring allows for coil splitting, which yields a convincing, gritty single-coil tone suitable for country or cleaner rock sounds.
It's surprisingly versatile, responding well to both clean Fender-style amps and higher-gain Marshall-esque tones, though EQ adjustments may be needed to dial in the perfect sound.
