Seymour Duncan Hot Rodded Humbucker Set

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Seymour Duncan Hot Rodded Humbucker Set

Seymour Duncan

Hot Rodded Humbucker Set

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 580300
Model: Hot Rodded Humbucker Set
Price: $383.90

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This Hot Rodded set is a fantastic combo – the aggressive JB in the bridge gives you serious bite, while the Jazz neck keeps things smooth and balanced. It's a great upgrade for players looking for a modern edge with a touch of vintage warmth, particularly suited for rock, blues, and heavier genres. The coil-splitting option adds a surprising amount of versatility too.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan Hot Rodded Humbucker Set
  • Pickup Set for Electric Guitar
  • 2 Humbucker (SH-2N Jazz and SH-4 JB)
  • For bridge and neck position
  • Bridge pickup: Powerful and versatile
  • with an unmistakable attack in the upper mid-range
  • a tight
  • articulate low-end and harmonically pronounced highs
  • Neck pickup: Clear
  • glassy treble reproduction
  • lowered midrange and full but tight bass range
  • Output bridge: High
  • Output neck: Medium
  • DC resistance bar position: 16.6 kOhm
  • DC resistance neck position: 7.50 kOhm
  • Magnet material: Alnico V
  • Shielded connections: 4-Conductor
  • Cover colour: Gold
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • SH-4 JB bridge provides aggressive, articulate tones ideal for rock and metal.
  • • SH-2 Jazz neck pickup delivers warm, balanced cleans and singing lead tones.
  • • Alnico V magnets offer a classic, powerful, and harmonically rich sound.
  • • 4-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting and increased tonal flexibility.
CONS
  • • High output JB bridge may be too aggressive for players seeking vintage tones.
  • • Gold covers might not suit all guitar aesthetics or player preferences.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for budget-conscious players.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge and Neck
Magnet Alnico V
Output Level Bridge: High, Neck: Medium
DC Resistance Bridge: 16.6 kOhm, Neck: 7.50 kOhm
Spacing Standard Fender spacing (52.5mm / 2.05")
Mounting 4-Hole Les Paul style

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Frequently Asked Questions

Seymour Duncan 'Hot Rodded' pickups are pre-mounted and tweaked for optimal performance, offering a slightly modified, ready-to-go experience compared to buying the individual pickups.
Yes, but be mindful of the higher output; a careful volume balancing might be needed to avoid unwanted feedback, especially at higher gain levels.
While versatile, the JB's aggressive nature might not be ideal for exclusively clean jazz tones. Coil-splitting helps, but consider if a more mellow pickup is ultimately a better fit.

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