Seymour Duncan Black Winter Bridge 7-String Pickup
The Black Winter bridge pickup delivers aggressive, articulate output with tight low-end definition and cutting high-mids—essential for capturing heavy instrumental textures with clarity and separation in the mix. Built for 7-string instruments, this pickup excels in sessions where controlled sustain and defined transient response allow each note to sit distinctly in a dense arrangement. The uncovered coil construction gives it a distinctive visual presence while contributing to its direct, uncolored sonic character ideal for accurate tracking and layering.
Tone & Output Character for Recording
Three large ceramic magnets paired with a custom overwound coil design produce aggressive output and tight bass response without sacrificing articulation across the frequency spectrum—crucial for distinguishing individual notes during punch-in sessions and overdubs. The vacuum wax potting ensures squeal-free operation even at high gain levels, critical for extended-range recording where unwanted feedback can compromise take quality and mixing flexibility.
Construction & Signal Path Flexibility
Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA, this pickup features 4-conductor lead wires that allow multiple wiring configurations to suit different preamp types, signal chains, and tonal preferences across varied session demands. The uncovered coil design provides visual authenticity while the robust construction delivers consistent performance across extended recording sessions and different playing dynamics.
Key Features
- Passive humbucker with high output
- Three large ceramic magnets
- DC Resistance: 20.4K ohms (bridge)
- 4-conductor lead wires for flexible wiring options
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Custom overwound coil design
- Uncovered/naked coil construction
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, California
- Designed specifically for 7-string instruments
The Black Winter bridge combines high output, tight articulation, and session-tested construction to deliver a reliable pickup for capturing and tracking extended-range instruments.
