Unleash your guitar's true potential with the Seymour Duncan Parallel Axis Trembucker Distortion PATB-2. This humbucker pickup is designed to deliver aggressive tones perfect for heavy rock and metal genres. Featuring parallel axis technology, the PATB-2 ensures even string response and high output, making it an ideal choice for lead guitarists looking to cut through the mix. The unique design of the PATB-2 includes custom overwound coils and a ceramic magnet, providing a tight bottom end and searing top end to complement rapid solos and heavy riffs.

Whether you're performing on stage or recording in the studio, this pickup maintains clarity even under high gain, making it a versatile addition to your guitar setup. Its trembucker spacing is optimized for guitars equipped with tremolo bridges, ensuring precise alignment and consistent performance. The PATB-2 is easy to install and is compatible with a wide range of electric guitars, making it a popular choice among musicians who demand both power and precision.

Key Features:

• Designed for high-output, aggressive tones
• Parallel axis technology for even string response
• Custom overwound coils with a ceramic magnet
• Tight low end and searing high end
• Optimized for guitars with tremolo bridges
• Maintains clarity under high gain
• Compatible with a wide range of electric guitars
• Easy installation

Product specs

FAQs

What type of guitar is the Seymour Duncan Parallel Axis Trembucker Distortion PATB-2 designed for?

The Seymour Duncan Parallel Axis Trembucker Distortion PATB-2 is designed for electric guitars with a Floyd Rose-style or Fender-spaced vibrato tailpiece, providing optimal string alignment with its wider pole spacing.

What kind of tone can I expect from the Seymour Duncan PATB-2?

The Seymour Duncan PATB-2 offers a high-output tone with aggressive distortion, ideal for heavy rock and metal genres. It provides tight low-end, punchy mids, and articulate highs, making it suitable for cutting through dense mixes.

Is the Seymour Duncan PATB-2 suitable for both rhythm and lead guitar playing?

Yes, the Seymour Duncan PATB-2 is versatile enough for both rhythm and lead playing, offering powerful chords and clear, sustaining solos, thanks to its high-output design and wide frequency response.

Does the Seymour Duncan PATB-2 require any special installation considerations?

The Seymour Duncan PATB-2 is designed for guitars with a Trembucker spacing, so ensure your guitar's bridge is compatible. Installation may require soldering and adjusting the pickup height for optimal performance.

What is the primary magnet type used in the Seymour Duncan PATB-2?

The Seymour Duncan PATB-2 utilizes an Alnico 5 bar magnet, which contributes to its bold, bright tone and provides a balanced mix of power and clarity.