Seymour Duncan TB-14 Custom 5 White

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Seymour Duncan TB-14 Custom 5 White

Seymour Duncan

TB-14 Custom 5 White

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Product Info

Article Number: 463571
Model: TB-14 Custom 5 White
Price: $144.10

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The TB-14 Custom 5 is a serious powerhouse – it’s basically a hotter, more aggressive version of the classic Trembucker. It’s a fantastic choice for players seeking a modern, high-gain bridge pickup for hard rock, metal, or anything needing a serious punch and sustain. If you’re looking to add some bite and clarity to your tone without going full-on boutique, this is a really solid option.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan TB-14 Custom 5 White
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Trembucker
  • For the bridge position
  • Double the output of the 59 Trembucker (TB-1)
  • Dual coil
  • Alnico V magnet
  • Vacuum wax potted
  • DC resistance: 14.8 kohm
  • Shielded 4-wire connection cable
  • Output: medium-high
  • Colour: white
  • Made in the USA

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

PROS
  • • Alnico V magnet delivers a powerful, articulate, and aggressive tone.
  • • Trembucker design minimizes unwanted microphonic noise and retains sustain.
  • • Vacuum wax potting reduces noise and hum without sacrificing high-end clarity.
  • • Shielded 4-wire connection ensures minimal signal loss and noise interference.
CONS
  • • High output may be overwhelming for guitars with already bright characteristics.
  • • Limited versatility; excels in rock and metal, less suited for clean tones.
  • • White ceramic outer casing can be prone to chipping or scratching with heavy use.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico V
Output Level Medium-High
DC Resistance 14.8 kohm
Spacing 44 in
Mounting 4-Hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Custom 5 is significantly hotter, offering increased output and a more aggressive upper-midrange response. The TB-1 is a bit more balanced and versatile.
While it can work, the Custom 5’s high output might clash with the more mellow tone of a vintage guitar; consider if you want that extra punch or prefer a more authentic vintage sound.
The vacuum wax potting helps reduce hum, but with a high-output pickup like this, a noise gate might be beneficial in very noisy environments or with high gain settings.

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