SAINTE-GENEVIÈVE-DES-BOIS, France
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Brand new, complete in original box.SEYMOUR DUNCAN APH2b Gold Slash Alnico II Pro BridgeSignature model: Slash (Guns N’ Roses)Position: BridgeType: Passive dual-coil humbuckerMagnet: Alnico II bar magnetDC resistance: Approximately 8.5–8.9 kΩOutput: Moderate, with overwound coils compared to the standard APH-1Wiring: Traditionally fitted with vintage-style single-conductor braided shielded wiring on the original version; some variants are available with four-conductor wiringFinish: Gold coverManufacturing: Hand-assembled in Santa Barbara, California, USAConstruction: Nickel-silver baseplate, maple spacer, traditional protective tape and wax pottingIdeal applications: Hard rock, classic rock, blues rock and lead playingIt takes just a few notes to recognize Slash’s signature sound: a thick, warm tone, mids that immediately give riffs their character, solos that seem to sing naturally, and generous sustain that allows notes to ring out with an almost vocal intensity. With the APH-2b-G Slash Alnico II Pro Bridge, Seymour Duncan delivers an authentic interpretation of this distinctive sonic identity, developed in collaboration with the guitarist to capture the punch and richness of his famous recording guitar. This is not simply a pickup bearing an artist’s name, but a specially refined version designed to meet his exacting requirements.At the heart of this model is an Alnico II magnet, renowned for its softer attack and musical response. Combined with specially tailored coil windings, it produces a warm, full-bodied and remarkably expressive tone. The bass response has a pleasing roundness without becoming overpowering, the mids are rich and present, while the highs retain enough smoothness to avoid sounding overly aggressive. The result is an exceptionally appealing balance that delivers that unmistakable classic rock character: thick yet open, with a sound that is immediately recognizable.The great strength of this APH-2 lies in its ability to produce powerful, organic crunch without relying on excessive gain. Through a slightly overdriven amplifier, it excels at punchy riffs, open chords and hard rock rhythms that demand bite and authority. As you increase the saturation, the sound gains thickness and the notes flow naturally into one another, creating the kind of sustain that makes solos sing. Bends, vibrato and variations in picking attack remain wonderfully expressive: rather than crushing everything under excessive compression, the pickup responds to the guitarist’s playing and brings every nuance to life.Unlike a modern, high-output humbucker designed primarily to deliver an overwhelmingly powerful signal, the Slash Alnico II Pro retains an exceptionally pleasing dynamic response and a nuanced feel under the fingers. Its moderate output allows you to enjoy the character of your amplifier and shape the tone through your picking attack, guitar volume and gain settings. This is precisely what makes it so appealing for blues rock, classic rock and melodic hard rock, where the guitarist’s personality matters just as much as sheer sonic power.Its construction also incorporates several traditional details associated with Slash’s own guitar pickups, including the nickel-silver baseplate, maple spacer and vintage-inspired manufacturing techniques. Handcrafted in California, it benefits from meticulous workmanship and wax potting designed to reduce the risk of microphonic feedback. Its elegant gold cover makes it an especially attractive choice for a Les Paul fitted with gold hardware, while also complementing a wide range of other dual-humbucker guitars.Naturally, this pickup is a perfect match for a Les Paul, but its appeal extends well beyond that particular model. It is an excellent option for any guitar fitted with a bridge humbucker whose tonal character you want to enrich, adding sustain and achieving a warmer, more singing and expressive rock sound. It is particularly well suited to guitarists seeking the sound of the great rock productions of the 1980s and 1990s, without sacrificing the versatility needed to move from punchy crunch rhythms to melodic lead playing.The Seymour Duncan APH-2b-G Slash Alnico II Pro Bridge is an inspired choice for guitarists who want to recapture the spirit of classic rock in all its expressive glory. Its combination of warmth, bite, sustain and clarity makes it an exceptionally inspiring pickup for both riffs and solos. Add its elegant gold finish and meticulous American craftsmanship, and you have an excellent way to give your guitar a genuine rock personality, with a rich, generous tone that makes you want to turn up the volume and play.
Original Price€239
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