Detail 01
Balanced-input preamp
The pickup uses a discrete hybrid differential preamp with a FET input; Seymour Duncan states this results in 12–14 dB less noise.
Product detailSKU #1274034493465
Seymour DuncanAHB-1b Blackouts 8-String Active Humbucker Bridge Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An 8-string, 9V active bridge humbucker engineered for extended frequency response, reduced compression, and lower noise.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 8-string players needing a bridge-position active humbucker
- Players seeking more lows, highs, and output
- Setups affected by hum near computer monitors or fluorescent lighting
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Guitars that do not use an 8-string bridge pickup
- Players who do not want a 9V active pickup system
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
18 dB preamp gain
The onboard preamp adds 18 dB of gain.
Detail 03
-96 dBV noise
This is the stated noise specification.
Detail 04
1 kΩ output impedance
This is the stated output-impedance specification.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is the bridge version of the AHB-1 Blackouts 8-string pickup.
- 02Installation uses the included pots, jack, battery clip, and mounting hardware.
- 03Plan for a 9V battery; stated battery life is 1,420 hours.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this pickup for an 8-string guitar?
Yes. It is an 8-string active humbucker designed for the bridge position.
02Does it require a battery?
Yes. It is a 9V active pickup; a battery clip is included.
03What installation parts are included?
Necessary mounting hardware, pots, a jack, and a battery clip are included.
04What is the stated battery life?
The listed battery life is 1,420 hours.
Reference
Full specifications
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