Seymour Duncan Thrash Factor Dave Mustaine
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Seymour Duncan
Thrash Factor Dave Mustaine
Product Info
Article Number:
429926
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Thrash Factor Dave Mustaine
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$174.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Thrash Factor is a no-nonsense bridge pickup built for serious aggression, straight from Dave Mustaine's playbook. It's got that searing bite and percussive growl perfect for thrash metal and hard rock players who want a signature sound without the signature price tag. If you’re chasing that Rust In Peace vibe, this is a solid starting point.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Thrash Factor Dave Mustaine
- Humbucker Pickup for Electric Guitar
- Dave Mustaine (Megadeth) Signature Model
- For the bridge position
- Based on Dave's favorite JB model humbucker
- used on Megadeth's Rust In Peace
- Firmer low end
- slightly coquetted mids and more aggressive heights
- Destructive percussive growl
- Medium high output
- AlNiCo V magnets
- DC resistance: 16.4 kOhm
- Shielded 4-core connection cable
- Colour: Matte black
- Made in USA
PROS
- • AlNiCo V magnets deliver a classic high-output, aggressive tone.
- • Shielded cable minimizes noise, crucial for high-gain applications.
- • Based on the JB, it offers a familiar, powerful, and articulate sound.
- • Matte black finish provides a clean, professional aesthetic and reduces glare.
CONS
- • May be too aggressive for players seeking a balanced, versatile tone.
- • 16.4 kOhm DC resistance might require adjustments for certain guitars.
- • While well-built, the potted design can slightly dampen high-frequency response.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
AlNiCo V
Output Level
Medium-High
DC Resistance
16.4 kOhm
Spacing
4-hole mounting
Mounting
Standard Humbucker
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Thrash Factor is a tweaked JB, with a slightly tighter low end and more aggressive mid-range for a more focused, destructive sound.
It might be overpowering; the high output could lead to muddy tones and compression if your guitar's electronics aren't up to it.
The potting does slightly soften the very highest frequencies, but it's a trade-off for increased durability and noise reduction – a common characteristic of high-output pickups.
