Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Neck NI
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Seymour Duncan
Hades Gates Neck NI
Product Info
Article Number:
602378
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Hades Gates Neck NI
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$214.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
Billy Gibbons’ signature Hades Gates Neck is a fantastic choice for players chasing that classic ZZ Top tone. The Alnico II magnets provide a warm, responsive feel with a surprising amount of punch for a neck pickup, and the 4-conductor wiring gives you some useful coil-splitting options. It’s a premium-priced pickup that delivers serious vintage character.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Neck NI
- 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 connection: 4-conductor
- DC resistance: 8.90 kOhm
- Magnet material: Alnico II
- Colour: Nickel
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Alnico II magnets deliver a warm, articulate vintage tone.
- • Shielded 4-conductor wiring provides excellent noise reduction and tap options.
- • Mid-forward design cuts through a mix with clarity and authority.
- • Seymour Duncan's renowned build quality ensures long-lasting reliability.
CONS
- • Limited versatility; shines in rock/blues, less suited for modern high-gain genres.
- • Alnico II magnets may lack the extreme output of ceramic alternatives.
- • Nickel finish can be prone to wear and tear with heavy playing.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck
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 Neck is warmer and more mid-focused than a JB, lacking the JB’s higher output and aggressive edge. It's a more vintage-voiced option designed for a different sonic palette.
No, 'Gates' refers to Billy Gibbons' fondness for vintage amplifier gates and their impact on his signature tone. It's a nod to his unique recording techniques.
Yes, the Alnico II magnets handle lower tunings well, maintaining a good balance of warmth and definition, but extreme drop tunings may require adjustments to your amp settings.
