Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Set GLD

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Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Set GLD

Seymour Duncan

Hades Gates Set GLD

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 602329
Model: Hades Gates Set GLD
Price: $471.90

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These Hades Gates pickups are a fantastic choice for players chasing that classic ZZ Top tone—that greasy, mid-range growl that cuts through a mix. Billy Gibbons’ signature is more than just a name; these pickups genuinely capture his sound, offering a versatile platform for blues, rock, and even some funk. If you want a vintage vibe with modern wiring options, this set is worth a serious look.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Set GLD
  • Pickup Set for Electric Guitar
  • Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top) Signature Model
  • 2 Humbucker
  • For bridge and neck position
  • Mid-forwardd and powerful sound
  • Output: Medium
  • Dual Coil
  • Shielded connections: 4-conductor
  • DC resistance of bridge: 8.90 kOhm
  • DC resistance neck: 8.06 kOhm
  • Magnet material: Alnico II
  • Colour: Gold
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Alnico II magnets deliver a warm, articulate vintage tone with surprising clarity.
  • • Shielded 4-conductor wiring provides coil-splitting options for added tonal flexibility.
  • • Billy Gibbons’ signature voicing captures his iconic, mid-forward, Texas blues growl.
  • • Gold appearance adds a touch of class and complements many guitar finishes.
CONS
  • • The mid-forward sound might not suit players seeking a scooped, modern tone.
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many guitarists.
  • • Alnico II magnets can be slightly less powerful than Ceramic, limiting extreme high-gain applications.

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Key Features

Position Bridge and Neck
Magnet Alnico II
Output Level Medium
DC Resistance Bridge: 8.90 kOhm, Neck: 8.06 kOhm
Spacing Standard
Mounting 4-Hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

They’re distinctly mid-focused compared to some of Duncan's hotter signature sets, aiming for Gibbons’ signature Texas blues tone rather than a high-output rock sound.
While versatile, the Alnico II magnets are less aggressive than ceramic, so players used to very high output might find them slightly subdued, though still powerful.
Yes, the 4-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting with a standard push/pull pot or switch, giving you single-coil tones alongside the humbucker sound.

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