Seymour Duncan Red Devil N Black

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Seymour Duncan Red Devil N Black

Seymour Duncan

Red Devil N Black

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Product Info

Article Number: 450704
Model: Red Devil N Black
Price: $169.40

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

Billy Gibbons' signature Red Devil N Black is a seriously cool pickup for Strat-style guitars. It nails that '59 PAF vibe in a single-coil format, giving you a thick, creamy tone with plenty of bite – perfect for blues, classic rock, and anything needing that ZZ Top swagger.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan Red Devil N Black
  • Humbucker in Single Coil Format
  • Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top) Signature Model
  • '59 PAF Tone in ST-Style single coil format
  • Neck position
  • Dual coil
  • Alnico 5 magnets
  • Wax sealed
  • DC Resistance: 11.29 kOhm
  • Shielded 4-core connection cable
  • Medium output
  • Colour: Black
  • Handmade in USA

*Note: * Register your product at www.w-distribution.com/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Alnico 5 magnets deliver a warm, articulate vintage tone.
  • • Wax potting minimizes microphonic noise and feedback.
  • • Shielded cable reduces unwanted hum and interference.
  • • Handmade in USA ensures quality construction and attention to detail.
CONS
  • • Limited versatility; best suited for classic rock and blues tones.
  • • May be too high output for players seeking a truly mellow sound.
  • • Black finish can show dirt and grime more readily.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Neck
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level Medium
DC Resistance 11.29 kOhm
Mounting 4-Hole Strat-Style
Coil Split Not Applicable

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Red Devil N Black has a noticeably higher output and a more aggressive tone than the SSL-1, while retaining a similar single-coil format and feel.
While it *can* be cleaned up, its primary focus is on a warmer, more overdriven sound; it’s not ideal for pristine, transparent cleans.
Yes, the shielded cable helps minimize noise, particularly in environments with electrical interference, providing a cleaner signal than many standard pickups.

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