Seymour Duncan APH-1S - ALNICO II PRO KIT BLACK
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The "Alnico II Pro" Spirit: Vintage Serving the Feeling
The Seymour Duncan Alnico II Pro follows the tradition of humbuckers inspired by late 1950s American tones. Its character is distinguished by a smoother response than a more "biting" humbucker: less metallic attack, more cohesion, and a very comfortable playing sensation, especially appreciated when seeking a tone that "sings" effortlessly.
For Whom and On Which Guitars?
This humbucker is aimed at guitarists wanting to recapture a vintage grain with clear definition, without ending up with a tone that is too bright or too harsh. It works particularly well on Les Paul, SG, or any solid body/semi-hollow guitars looking for smoother highs and better fluidity in solos. Clean tones deliver rich and balanced chords; when saturated, it maintains natural articulation, perfect for blues-rock licks and old-school riffs.
What Alnico II Brings You Daily (Attack, Sustain, Balance)
The Alnico II is renowned for its balance and musicality: it highlights right-hand playing nuances, promotes smooth sustain, and helps achieve a rounder tone without losing precision. The result: a forgiving pickup that respects your guitar's character and fits easily into a mix, whether you play through a tube amp in crunch or a modern effects chain. The black finish and black kit provide aesthetic coherence, ideal for a guitar with a discreet or full black look.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive |
| Category | electric microphone |
| Instrument | guitar |
| Magnet | alnico II |
| Winding | double |
| Number of conductors | 4 |
| Position | handle, bridge |
| Resistance | 8.4 KILOHM |
| Color | Black |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan |
| Model | APH-1s Alnico II Pro |
| Type | guitar humbucker pickup |
| Kit | black kit |
Questions frequently asked
What sound does the Alnico II magnet bring to this pickup kit?
The Alnico II magnet provides a less metallic attack, smooth sustain, and softer highs. The tone targets an American grain inspired by the late 1950s, with fluid solos.
Is the Seymour Duncan APH-1s Alnico II Pro Kit Black suitable for a Les Paul?
This kit fits Les Paul-type guitars, SGs, solid body and semi-hollow guitars seeking smoother highs. It is designed for neck and bridge positions.
What is the resistance of the APH-1s humbuckers?
The stated resistance is 8.4 kΩ.
Is it possible to wire with four conductors?
Each pickup has 4 conductors. This configuration is specified in the kit's features, which remains a passive design.
What tone can be expected clean and overdriven?
In clean tone, chords deliver a rich and balanced response. Under overdrive, articulation remains natural for blues-rock licks and vintage-inspired riffs. The black finish ensures a consistent look on a guitar with a simple or all-black style.
