Seymour Duncan P90 Silencer Neck Nickel
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Seymour Duncan
P90 Silencer Neck Nickel
Product Info
Article Number:
603343
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
P90 Silencer Neck Nickel
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$207.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Silencer P90 from Seymour Duncan is a clever solution for players wanting that fat, gritty P90 tone without the hum. The ceramic magnet delivers a tighter, more controlled sound, making it ideal for blues, rock, and even some heavier styles where you need a little more clarity. It's a well-built, versatile pickup offering a great balance of vintage vibe and modern practicality.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan P90 Silencer Neck Nickel
- Pickup for Electric Guitar
- P90 in Humbucker Style
- For the neck position
- Innovative noiseless design
- Carefully adjusted output for an authentic P90 feel
- Output: Medium
- Shielded connections: 2-conductor
- DC resistance: 9.74 kOhm
- Magnet material: Ceramic
- Colour: Nickel
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Nickel-plated housing minimizes feedback and offers a vintage aesthetic.
- • Ceramic magnet provides a tighter, more focused low-end response than Alnico.
- • Silencer design effectively eliminates hum without sacrificing P90 character.
- • Shielded 2-conductor wiring simplifies installation and offers more tonal options.
CONS
- • Ceramic magnet lacks the warmth and complexity of traditional Alnico magnets.
- • Output level, while balanced, might be too mild for high-gain players.
- • Nickel finish can be prone to fingerprints and requires diligent cleaning.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck
Magnet
Ceramic
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
9.74 kOhm
Spacing
Standard P90 Spacing (approximately 0.500" / 12.7mm)
Mounting
4-Hole Les Paul Style
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Frequently Asked Questions
It minimizes hum significantly, but it slightly tightens the low-end and reduces some of the airiness inherent in a traditional P90 – a small trade-off for noise reduction.
While technically usable in the bridge, its balanced output and slightly tighter tone are best suited for the neck, where it complements a brighter bridge pickup well.
Seymour Duncan has taken steps to minimize microphonics, but it's still possible under extreme gain or high-volume playing; proper installation and shielding can help mitigate it.
