The Duncan Custom humbucker pickup takes the legendary P.A.F. sound and gives it a serious shot of adrenaline, creating a medium-output powerhouse that’s become a favourite among serious guitarists. Built around a small ceramic magnet and custom-wound coils, this pickup produces tight low frequencies, a distinctive upper midrange bump that adds character and crunch, plus an airy high end that cuts through heavy distortion whilst maintaining crystal-clear clean tones.
This pickup shines particularly well in warmer-sounding guitars with prominent midrange characteristics, making it a popular choice for Les Paul and Paul Reed Smith players. The Duncan Custom pairs beautifully with Jazz or ‘59 neck models, and forms one half of the renowned ‘59/Custom Hybrid humbucker combination.
Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California, each Duncan Custom features premium construction including a small ceramic bar magnet, nickel silver bottom plate, and 4-conductor lead wire for versatile wiring options. The pickup is vacuum wax potted to ensure squeal-free performance, making it a reliable choice for both studio and stage applications.
- ‘P.A.F.-on-steroids’ tone
- Tight lows, a bump in the upper midrange
- More character and crunch
- Airy high end that cuts through heavy distortion
- Great for achieving crystal-clear clean tones
- Medium output humbucker pickup
- Small ceramic bar magnet
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- 4-conductor lead wire
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal free operation
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA



