Seymour DuncanAlt.Metal Blackouts Humbucker Pickup Black Set
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built for contemporary alternative-metal parts and dropped tunings, the Alt.Metal Blackouts are a black set of active humbucker pickups. Compared with the original Blackouts, they are voiced for tighter low end and added upper-end bite without a harsh edge. The bridge pickup gives palm-muted notes a more percussive emphasis while retaining the output and energy of standard Blackouts. In a dense heavy-band mix, that added crispness is presented as helping riffs and leads stand out.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Down-tuned alternative-metal rhythm parts where focused low end and percussive palm muting matter.
- Heavy band arrangements where added top-end bite helps riffs and leads cut through.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do these differ from the original Blackouts?
They are described as having tighter low-end response and more crisp top-end bite than the original Blackouts.
02What does the bridge pickup emphasize?
It accentuates the percussive character of palm-muted notes.
03Are these intended for dropped tunings?
Yes. They are designed for modern alternative metal and down-tuned guitars, including A or G#.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
