The Seymour Duncan Hades Gates Eliminator humbucker pickup brings a fiery edge to Billy Gibbons' signature tone, inspired by the legendary Pearly Gates pickups found in his 1959 Les Paul. Designed for players who crave mid-forward punch and enhanced output, this hand-built pickup set pairs Alnico 2 magnets with a hotter wind to deliver rich sustain and dynamic response. From smooth blues lines to scorching rock solos, the Hades Gates pickup excels at driving amps into bold, expressive territory. Built in Seymour Duncan's Santa Barbara workshop, this model honors a legacy of innovation while offering a modern twist on classic PAF tones.
Seymour Duncan Mid-Forward Dynamics With Alnico 2 Magnets
Alnico 2 magnets give the Hades Gates pickup its signature warmth and sensitivity, allowing players to explore a wide range of tonal possibilities. The mid-forward voicing emphasizes clarity and definition in chords while delivering smooth, vocal-like qualities in lead lines. This magnet design also enhances touch sensitivity, responding effortlessly to pick attack and volume adjustments. Whether you're crafting subtle textures or pushing your amp into overdrive, the Alnico 2 magnets ensure consistent tonal richness with every note. The result is a pickup that balances vintage-inspired warmth with modern output for versatile, expressive playing.
Enhanced Output for Amp-Driven Power
This humbucker set features a hotter wind designed to push amplifiers into their sweet spot, making it ideal for players who demand more from their tone. The added output drives your amp into rich harmonic saturation, creating bold and dynamic sounds that suit high-gain settings as well as cleaner tones. The bridge pickup delivers searing lead tones with exceptional string separation, while the neck pickup provides smooth, rounded clarity for rhythm work. Together, these pickups offer the balance and power needed to achieve Billy Gibbons' signature "hot, blue, and righteous" sound. With this upgraded wind, every note is imbued with energy and sustain.
Handcrafted Construction for Premium Performance
Built with precision in Seymour Duncan's Santa Barbara workshop, the Hades Gates humbucker pickup set is crafted to withstand the demands of professional players. The 4-conductor cable and short mounting legs provide flexibility for wiring configurations, making installation straightforward and intuitive. Each pickup is carefully wound and assembled to ensure consistent output and tonal quality. The rugged build guarantees years of reliable performance while maintaining the nuanced characteristics of its Alnico 2 magnets. Designed for durability and tonal excellence, this pickup set delivers uncompromising sound for studio recordings and live performances alike.