The Seymour Duncan Benedetto P.A.F. humbucker channels the warm, articulate character of Seth Lover's original 1950s Patent Applied For pickup designs. This standard–mount neck humbucker employs Alnico 5 magnets and a 4–conductor shielded cable for maximum wiring flexibility. Built entirely in the USA, the Benedetto P.A.F. delivers the full–bodied response and dynamic range that defined vintage humbucker tone before the dawn of high–output designs.
The neck position variant measures 8.3k DC resistance, offering balanced output that responds to picking dynamics without compression or harshness. Alnico 5 pole pieces provide clarity in the treble register while maintaining warm midrange definition. The 4–conductor wiring allows coil–splitting, series/parallel switching, and phase reversal configurations beyond standard two–wire installations. Though voiced primarily for the neck position, this humbucker functions equally well in bridge applications where a rounder, less aggressive tone suits the player's approach.
Features
- Standard–mount passive humbucker with vintage P.A.F. voicing and response
- Alnico 5 magnet construction for balanced clarity and warmth
- 8.3k DC resistance optimised for neck position applications
- 4–conductor shielded cable enables coil–splitting and wiring options
- Black nickel cover finish with period–correct aesthetic detailing
- Designed and manufactured entirely in the United States
- Compatible with bridge position mounting for darker tonal character
- Full–bodied output captures 1950s humbucker tonal blueprint accurately



