Seymour Duncan APH-2n Slash Alnico II Pro Humbucker Black Pickup

The APH-2n is a neck-position humbucker engineered to deliver the articulate, singing midrange and controlled dynamics that defined Slash's signature tone. Built with Alnico II magnets and voiced for clarity without sacrificing punch, this pickup excels in both blues-rock lead work and heavy rhythm applications. The single-conductor wiring and long-legged nickel silver baseplate ensure reliable performance and straightforward installation.

Tone & Magnetic Character

The Alnico II Bar magnet produces a warm, organic response with a resonant peak of 6.4 kHz — positioned to emphasize vocal mids while keeping highs articulate and lows controlled. With an EQ curve of 7 bass / 5 mid / 8 treble, this neck pickup balances presence with musicality, making it equally comfortable for lead bends and chunky rhythm chords.

Construction & Installation

A DC resistance of 7.92 kΩ places this pickup in the moderate output range, preserving dynamic response and note separation. The long-legged nickel silver baseplate with wooden spacer and wax potting ensure stable operation and rejection of microphonic feedback, while the single-conductor braided shield cable simplifies wiring into most guitar electronics.

Key Features

• Alnico II Bar magnet for warm, organic tone
• DC resistance: 7.92 kΩ (neck position)
• Resonant peak: 6.4 kHz — articulate mids without harshness
• EQ curve: 7 / 5 / 8 (bass / mid / treble)
• Passive humbucker design — no active circuitry required
• Single-conductor braided shield cable for reliable connection
• Long-legged nickel silver baseplate with wooden spacer
• Wax potting applied for feedback rejection
• Neck-position configuration
• Black cover finish

This is a purpose-built neck pickup for players seeking the balance of sustain, articulation, and harmonic complexity that Alnico II magnets deliver.