Description
The Duncan Distortion earned its reputation as one of the most aggressive bridge humbuckers ever wound, and this 7-string version brings that same ceramic-fueled fury to extended-range players who need every string to cut through the mix, especially down in drop-tuned territory.
A massive ceramic magnet paired with hot coil windings pushes output well beyond vintage-style pickups, but the design doesn’t sacrifice articulation for raw power. Palm-muted chugs stay tight, pinch harmonics scream, and sustained leads hold their shape even when you’re running high-gain amps into the red. It’s the kind of pickup that rewards heavy right-hand technique rather than getting buried by it.
Sonically, expect something noticeably more ferocious than Seymour Duncan’s own SH-5 Duncan Custom — this is the bridge pickup for players chasing old-school metal, nu-metal, gothic rock, garage, punk, and thrash tones where clarity has to survive under serious distortion.
- 7-string bridge position humbucker
- Ceramic magnet for high output
- Hot coil windings for aggressive, saturated tone
- Four-conductor hookup cable included
- Black cover finish
If your rig lives in drop tunings and your playlist skews heavy, this is a proven bridge pickup for cutting, high-output distortion tones without turning to mud.
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