Seymour Duncan APH-1N-Z - ALNICO II PRO HB NECK ZEBRA
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A vintage-character humbucker in the "Alnico II Pro" family
The Seymour Duncan APH-1n-z Alnico II Pro captures the spirit of vintage humbuckers with low to medium output, prioritizing musicality and dynamics over compression. Its Alnico II magnet provides a softer, more organic response, highly appreciated when you want to express right-hand dynamics, touch, and volume variations. The Zebra finish adds a classic aesthetic, perfect for guitars with a vintage or custom look.
For which styles and guitarists?
Designed for the neck position, this humbucker excels in Jazz (rich, rounded chords), Blues (expressive phrases, generous vibrato), Classic Rock (singing leads, articulate crunch), and Slide (soft attack, controllable sustain). When played through a tube amp or a dynamic model, you'll fully benefit from its sensitivity: it cleans up well with the volume knob and maintains a pleasant high end without harshness.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive |
| Category | electric microphone |
| Instrument | guitar |
| Magnet | alnico II |
| Winding | double |
| Number of conductors | 4 |
| Position | handle |
| Resistance | 7.5 KILOHM |
| Color | Black |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Seymour Duncan APH-1n-z suitable for the neck position?
Designed for the neck position, this humbucker features a resistance of 7.5 kOhm. Its Alnico II magnet promotes a smooth and organic response with touch-sensitive dynamics.
Can this Seymour Duncan humbucker be coil-split?
The 4-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting. This makes it possible to achieve either a thick humbucker tone or a more open sound depending on the wiring scheme.
What sound does the Alnico II Pro provide in the neck position?
The Alnico II magnet and dual coil deliver a vintage character with a low to medium output level. The resonance peak at 7.1 kHz helps retain musical harmonics and a smooth top end without harshness. The guitar's volume control allows the signal to be cleaned up.
For which styles is this neck pickup intended?
This model is suited for jazz, blues, classic rock, and slide. Rich chords, singing leads, and articulate crunches are among its typical applications.
What is the finish of the APH-1n-z pickup?
The Zebra finish combines two visually contrasting coils in a humbucker format designed for electric guitar.



