The Seymour Duncan Distortion passive humbucker has been the high–output bridge pickup of choice for heavy players since its introduction, and this 8–string variant brings that same aggressive voicing to extended–range guitars. Ceramic magnets and overwound coils deliver a DC resistance of 22.1k ohms, producing the tight low–end response and searing treble attack that metal and hard rock players depend on. Designed and manufactured in the USA, this pickup handles downtuned riffing and palm–muted chugging with clarity and punch.
The four–conductor shielded cable allows for coil splitting and phase reversal wiring options, giving players access to single–coil tones and out–of–phase sounds beyond the standard humbucker mode. The ceramic magnet structure provides strong magnetic field strength across all eight strings, maintaining note definition even under heavy distortion. Black bobbins and polepieces suit modern aesthetic preferences while the passive design requires no onboard power source or battery compartment modifications.
Features
- High–output passive humbucker designed for 8–string bridge position mounting
- DC resistance of 22.1k ohms for aggressive tonal response
- Ceramic magnet for strong, focused magnetic field across extended range
- Four–conductor shielded cable enables coil splitting and phase options
- Black bobbin and polepiece finish for contemporary guitar aesthetics
- Tight low–end clarity for downtuned and palm–muted playing styles
- Searing treble response cuts through high–gain amplifier settings
- USA designed and manufactured with Seymour Duncan quality standards



