Seymour Duncan Pegasus 8-String Bridge PM BK
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Seymour Duncan
Pegasus 8-String Bridge PM BK
Product Info
Article Number:
338845
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Pegasus 8-String Bridge PM BK
Category:
Pickups for 8-String Guitars
Price:
$192.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Pegasus 8-String Bridge is a powerhouse, offering incredible clarity and aggression perfect for modern metal, djent, and progressive genres. The Alnico V magnet provides a focused, powerful tone while the coil-splitting opens up some versatility. If you're after a serious 8-string bridge pickup that can handle complex riffs and crushing rhythms, this is a solid choice.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Pegasus 8-String Bridge PM BK
- Pickup for 8-string guitar
- Humbucker
- Passive
- For bridge position
- Alnico V magnet with balanced sound
- Perfect for complex arpeggios and powerful chords
- 4-wire connection cable
- Splittable
- Adjustable pole pieces
- DC resistance: 17.31 kOhm
- Resonant frequency: 4 kHz
- Finish: Black
- Made in the USA
PROS
- • Alnico V magnet delivers a tight, articulate high-end response.
- • 4-wire construction allows for flexible coil-splitting options.
- • Balanced voicing avoids the common 8-string muddiness.
- • Robust build quality reflects Seymour Duncan’s longstanding reputation.
CONS
- • High output might be overwhelming for players seeking a vintage tone.
- • Can be microtonally challenging for players unfamiliar with Alnico V pickups.
- • May require modification for certain 8-string guitar designs.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico V
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
17.31 kOhm
Spacing
Even
Mounting
4-hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's significantly hotter and has a wider frequency response, often requiring adjustments to amp settings and potentially needing a higher gain amp to truly shine.
Generally, yes, but the increased mass might slightly affect tremolo performance; some minor routing adjustments might be needed for optimal clearance.
It’s surprisingly useful – splitting it can provide a more vintage-inspired, single-coil tone for cleaner passages or adding textural variety, though the lower strings will be thinner.
