Seymour Duncan TB-59 - 59 TREMBUCKER EASEL BLACK
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Late 50's PAF Spirit : full lows, airy highs, and precise attack for clear tones rich in vintage-style saturation.
- Trembucker Format : wider pole spacing (F-spaced type) for better alignment on guitars with vibrato systems and wide-spacing bridges.
- Alnico 5 + Wax Potting : lively dynamics, great definition, and stable performance at high volumes.
- 4-Conductor Cable : ideal for coil splitting, series/parallel wiring, and other creative configurations without losing the humbucker's core character.
Manufacturer Information
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A Seymour Duncan Classic, Designed for Modern Guitars
The TB-59 carries the sonic signature of the "59 Model" series: a faithful interpretation of the vintage humbucker with enough clarity and response to remain versatile in modern setups. In the Trembucker version, it retains the old-school tone while adapting to instruments equipped with vibrato systems (such as Floyd Rose and similar) or wide-spacing bridges, where a standard humbucker might not align as well under the strings.
Who Is It For and What Styles?
Installed in the bridge position, this pickup is aimed at guitarists seeking a rock, blues, pop, classic rock (and beyond) sound with a true dynamic feel under the fingers. It is especially relevant if you want a pickup that "breathes" in clean tones, maintains articulation in crunch, and stays clear in overdrive without tipping into hyper high-gain territory. Pair it with a "59" neck pickup for a balanced and musical set.
The Sound and Wiring Options That Make the Difference
Thanks to its Alnico 5 magnet, the TB-59 delivers solid lows and a sharper attack while preserving the open highs typical of vintage windings. The wax potting reduces microphonic feedback risks, a real plus on stage or with more aggressive amps. Its shielded 4-conductor cable opens the door to coil splits, series/parallel, or out-of-phase wiring: perfect for expanding a guitar's tonal palette without changing its fundamental character.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Winding | double |
| Category | electric microphone | Number of conductors | 4 |
| Instrument | guitar | Position | bridge |
| Magnet | alnico V | Color | Black |
| Type | passive humbucker (dual coil) | Construction | wax potted |
| Format | Trembucker (wide pole spacing, F-spaced type) | Coils | vintage style (PAF family) |
| DC Resistance | 8.5 kOhms (typical bridge model value) | Dimensions (approx.) | length 77.7 mm; height 35.6 mm |
| Cable | shielded 4-conductor | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Seymour Duncan TB-59 compatible with a Floyd Rose?
The Trembucker format features wide pole spacing designed for Floyd Rose-style tremolos and wide-spaced bridges. It allows proper string alignment in this setup.
What sound does the TB-59 produce in the bridge position?
Its Alnico V magnet delivers solid lows and a strong attack. The highs remain open, reflecting the vintage PAF-style windings, with articulation in both crunch and distortion.
Can the coils of this humbucker be split?
Thanks to the 4-conductor shielded cable, coil splitting, series/parallel wiring, or out-of-phase wiring is possible. These options require compatible electronics.
Is the TB-59 suitable for rock and blues?
When mounted at the bridge, this model suits rock, blues, pop, and classic rock. Its wax potting reduces microphonic feedback risk with aggressive amps or on stage.
What are the dimensions of the black TB-59 pickup?
The specified dimensions are approximately 77.7 mm in length and 35.6 mm in height.



