Seymour Duncan HUMBUCKER HADES GATES NECK ZEBRA
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From Pearly Gates to Hades Gates: The Evolution of a Classic
From fiery solos to his taste for spicy flavors, Billy Gibbons has always liked to "spice up" his sound. The Pearly Gates set, inspired by his 1959 Les Paul, has stood for decades as a reference for fans of authentic P.A.F. tones. With Hades Gates, the idea is simple: keep that midrange character and signature grain while adding the extra output some guitars need to gain more impact.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
Designed for the neck position, the Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Neck Zebra is aimed at guitarists who want a humbucker pickup that remains warm and singing while offering more punch than a pure vintage model. Ideal for blues, rock, hard blues, and all styles where you seek a round lead, thick rhythm, and easy sustain without sacrificing playing dynamics.
More Warmth, More Edge, More Wiring Options
Thanks to the Alnico 2 magnets and an increased output level, this humbucker pushes your amp into hotter territories: well-present mids, musical compression, and a "push" sensation that highlights attacks and vibratos. The 4-conductor cable opens the door to advanced wiring options (split, series/parallel), while the short mounting tabs make installation easier on many guitars. Handmade in Santa Barbara, California, it also sports a Zebra finish that underlines its character.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive |
| Category | electric microphone |
| Instrument | guitar |
| Applications | rock, blues, Hard Rock |
| Magnet | alnico II |
| Winding | double |
| Number of conductors | 4 |
| Position | handle |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Colours | Zebra |
| Type | humbucker pickup |
| Series | Hades Gates |
| Signature / Inspiration | Billy Gibbons, a more powerful interpretation of the "Pearly Gates" midrange character |
| Magnets | Alnico 2 |
| Output Level | higher (compared to a traditional P.A.F. approach) |
| Wiring | 4-conductor cable |
| Mounting | short mounting tabs |
| Finish / Color | Zebra |
| Manufacturing | handmade |
| Made in | Santa Barbara, California |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Zebra neck pickup designed for the neck position?
This model is designed for the neck position and features short mounting tabs, making installation easier on many guitars.
What tone does the Hades Gates neck pickup deliver?
Thanks to Alnico 2 magnets, this humbucker maintains a warm and singing tone. Its increased output provides prominent mids and musical compression.
Does the Hades Gates pickup support coil splitting?
It is possible to perform split or series/parallel wiring thanks to the 4-conductor cable. This wiring allows for advanced configurations. The pickup remains a passive dual-coil model.
Which music styles is the Hades Gates neck pickup suited for?
The design targets blues, rock, hard blues, and hard rock, delivering easy sustain and thick rhythms.
What is the finish and origin of this pickup?
The Zebra finish combines two coils of different colors. The pickup is handmade in Santa Barbara, California.
