Seymour Duncan Thrash Factor Dave Mustaine TB
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Seymour Duncan
Thrash Factor Dave Mustaine TB
Product Info
Article Number:
429922
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Thrash Factor Dave Mustaine TB
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$170.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Thrash Factor is a serious beast, capturing the raw aggression of Dave Mustaine's Rust In Peace tone. It's a fantastic choice for metal and hard rock players needing that percussive growl and focused midrange—just be ready to tame the high output with your amp. If you’re after a signature tone that’s a cut above, this is a solid option.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Thrash Factor Dave Mustaine TB
- Trembucker 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: 17.4 kOhm
- Shielded 4-core connection cable
- Colour: Matte black
- Made in USA
PROS
- • AlNiCo V magnets deliver a powerful, articulate high-output tone.
- • Shielded cable minimizes noise, crucial for high-gain applications.
- • Based on the legendary JB, providing a familiar aggressive character.
- • Matte black finish offers a stealthy, professional aesthetic.
CONS
- • High output may require adjustments to amp settings or tone controls.
- • The aggressive voicing isn't ideal for clean or nuanced playing styles.
- • Trembucker design may slightly reduce sustain compared to standard humbuckers.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
AlNiCo V
Output Level
Medium-High
DC Resistance
17.4 kOhm
Spacing
42 in
Mounting
4-Hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Thrash Factor retains the JB's core DNA but with a slightly tightened low end and more aggressive upper-midrange scoop for a more modern, thrash metal edge.
Yes, the Trembucker design is specifically intended to minimize fluxuation and maintain tuning stability with tremolo systems, though some slight sustain loss is typical.
The shielded cable helps, but at this output level, noise gates might be beneficial for pristine clean recordings – it’s a high-gain pickup after all.
