Seymour Duncan SM-3B Mini Humbucker Bridge CH

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Seymour Duncan SM-3B Mini Humbucker Bridge CH

Seymour Duncan

SM-3B Mini Humbucker Bridge CH

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Product Info

Article Number: 233208
Model: SM-3B Mini Humbucker Bridge CH
Price: $169.40

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The SM-3B is a fantastic bridge pickup for players craving a hotter, more aggressive tone than a traditional single-coil can provide, without the bulk of a full-sized humbucker. It’s a real sweet spot for rock, blues, and punk – think early Foo Fighters or a more biting AC/DC sound. A great upgrade for Stratocasters or other guitars where space is a premium.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan SM-3B
  • Pickup
  • Mini humbucker
  • Bridge position
  • Alnico V magnets
  • 4-Pole connection cable
  • Chrome cover
PROS
  • • Alnico V magnets deliver a tight, focused high-end response.
  • • Chrome cover provides a classic aesthetic and added protection.
  • • 4-Pole connection cable ensures even signal distribution across the strings.
  • • Mini humbucker design offers a hotter output than single-coils with a tighter feel.
CONS
  • • Limited versatility; excels in rock and blues, less ideal for other genres.
  • • Can sound slightly brittle with overly aggressive amp settings.
  • • Smaller size may require modifications for certain guitar cavities.

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Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico V
Output Level 9.5k
DC Resistance 7.85 Ohms
Spacing 47.5mm (1.87 in)
Mounting 4-hole standard

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SM-3B is noticeably tighter and more focused than a JB, with less low-end muddiness; the JB has a broader, more powerful overall sound.
Generally yes, but the smaller size might require some minor routing or pickup ring modification to ensure a snug fit – it’s a tight squeeze.
It’s a standard Alnico V, but the mini-humbucker design itself contributes to the higher output compared to single-coils.

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