Seymour Duncan's Black Winter Rails pickups push the boundaries of extreme metal tone with a ferocious rail design that builds upon the legendary Black Winter foundation. These passive pickups combine the crushing aggression of triple-ceramic magnets with modern rail technology, creating unparalleled string-to-string balance and precision under the heaviest distortion. The rail configuration distributes magnetic field evenly across all strings, resulting in tighter low-end response and extended sustain that cuts through the densest mix.
Designed specifically for the most extreme metal genres, Black Winter Rails maintain the brutal high-output intensity of the original while adding superior tightness and clarity. The enhanced magnetic distribution ensures consistent performance across all strings, making these pickups ideal for both crushing rhythm work and screaming lead passages that demand attention.
Available for both 6 and 7-string guitars with compatibility for standard and tremolo bridge spacings, Black Winter Rails are handcrafted in Santa Barbara, CA. These pickups provide the focused power and sustain required for the heaviest musical styles, offering professional-grade performance for serious metal players.



