Seymour Duncan APS1 Alnico II Pro Staggered Strat Cset Pickup

Seymour Duncan APS-1 Alnico II Pro Staggered Strat Pickup

The APS-1 Alnico II Pro delivers a balanced, articulate voice that sits naturally in a mix without demanding attention. Built with Alnico II rod magnets and heavy Formvar wire in a specialized wind pattern, this pickup maintains clarity across all six strings while preserving the vintage Strat character players expect. The staggered magnet design compensates for string-to-string output variation, ensuring even response This playing single notes or full chords.

Tone & Response

The 9 kHz resonant peak anchors the midrange with presence and definition, while the EQ curve of 5/4/7 (Bass/Mid/Treble) leans toward articulation without sacrificing warmth. At 6.4 kΩ DC resistance, this pickup strikes the middle ground between vintage and modern output—high enough for overdrive and distortion, low enough to preserve clean dynamics and sustain.

Construction & Wiring

Waxed and tinned cloth hookup wires ensure reliable connections and durability, while the traditional keyed bottom plate simplifies installation into standard Strat cavities. The single-conductor cloth cable maintains vintage aesthetics without compromising shielding or signal integrity.

Key Features

• Magnet: Alnico II rods
• DC Resistance: 6.4 kΩ
• Resonant Peak: 9 kHz
• EQ (Bass/Mid/Treble): 5 / 4 / 7
• Stagger Pattern: Left-hand
• Wire: Heavy Formvar with special wind pattern
• Cable: Single conductor cloth
• Hookup Wires: Waxed and tinned cloth pushback
• Bottom Plate: Traditional keyed design

The APS-1 combines Seymour Duncan's proven platform with refined specifications that work equally well in vintage-voiced rigs and contemporary setups.