Seymour Duncan Set Humbucker Signature Alex Skolnick
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A signature collaboration born for a stage guitar
Developed hand-in-hand with Alex Skolnick for his signature model at ESP, this set quickly found its place within the Seymour Duncan Custom Shop universe. The goal is clear: to achieve a sonic signature capable of handling both nuanced melodies and aggressive attacks, with a coherent and immediately musical set.
Who this set is for: rock, metal, fusion... and especially expressive playing
These humbuckers are aimed at electric guitarists who want a responsive bridge pickup for tight rhythms without sacrificing definition. The neck pickup perfectly complements the set with a more laid-back response, ideal for singing solos, jazz-rock lines, and articulate cleans. A relevant choice if you're looking for a versatile set, crafted for both stage and studio.
Two complementary pickups: attack, mids, and clarity
The bridge pickup is specifically wound to deliver a muscular character and a pronounced presence in the mid frequencies, allowing it to cut through the mix with authority. The neck pickup takes a more vintage approach with a lower output level, providing dynamics, better note definition, and a natural contrast to the bridge's intensity. Thanks to the 4-conductor wiring, you can go further in your wiring options and tailor the response to different styles and guitars (split, series/parallel, etc.).
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Winding | double |
| Category | electric microphone | Number of conductors | 4 |
| Instrument | guitar | Position | set |
| Magnet | alnico V | Color | Black |
| Additional specs | Resistance (bridge): 17.7k ohms; Resistance (neck): 8.3k ohms | ||
Questions frequently asked
What styles is the Alex Skolnick set suitable for?
Developed with Alex Skolnick for his ESP signature model, this set targets rock, metal, and fusion genres. The bridge pickup supports tight rhythms, while the neck pickup favors singing solos and articulate cleans.
What are the resistances of the bridge and neck pickups?
The specified resistance is 17.7 kΩ at the bridge and 8.3 kΩ at the neck. This difference in output level creates a contrast between the bridge's attack and the neck's more dynamic response.
Can the Seymour Duncan Signature Alex Skolnick humbuckers be split?
Both pickups have 4 conductors, allowing for coil split and series/parallel wiring. The configuration can thus be adapted to the guitar's setup.
What magnet is used in this set of humbuckers?
The magnet used is an alnico V. It complements the muscular character and mid-focused tone of the bridge pickup.
Is the neck pickup as powerful as the bridge pickup?
The neck pickup has a more vintage design with a resistance of 8.3 kΩ, compared to 17.7 kΩ for the bridge. Its lower output favors note clarity and dynamics. The bridge pickup is wound for a pronounced presence in the mids.



