TL;DR
Seymour Duncan Phat Cat Silencer Breakdown…
- Seymour Duncan launches Phat Cat Silencer: a noiseless, humbucker-sized P-90 pickup
- Available in Vintage and Hot voicings, with nickel or gold covers
- Delivers authentic P-90 tone without the hum
- Easy mod for any guitar routed for humbuckers
- Priced from $139 per pickup, $278 for a set
In a move that’s sure to excite tone-chasers and noise-haters alike, Seymour Duncan has just dropped their latest creation: the Phat Cat Silencer.
This humbucker-sized pickup promises to deliver all the growl and grit of a classic P-90 without the infamous 60-cycle hum that’s been the bane of rock guitarists for decades.
The Phat Cat’s Meow: Features and Design
The Phat Cat Silencer isn’t just about quieting the noise; it’s about unleashing the full potential of that thick, edgy P-90 tone in a package that’s as versatile as it is powerful.
Available in both Vintage and Hot voicings, these pickups are designed to cater to players across the spectrum, from blues purists to high-gain enthusiasts. What sets the Phat Cat Silencer apart is its plug-and-play simplicity.
Designed to fit any guitar routed for humbuckers, it’s an easy mod that can transform the sound of your axe without requiring any woodwork.
Whether you’re rocking a Les Paul, an SG, or any other humbucker-equipped guitar, the Phat Cat Silencer promises to slide right in and deliver that coveted P-90 punch.
Tone Talk: What to Expect
The ceramic magnet design provides a slightly scooped midrange with pronounced treble, making these pickups perfect for cutting through a mix. Add a fuzz pedal and a cranked tube amp, and you’ve got a recipe for pure rock ‘n’ roll nirvana.
“They deliver a true P90 tone without the buzz, perfect for those looking to explore the feel and response of a P90 without routing out a guitar,” says Seymour Duncan. It’s this combination of classic tone and modern noiseless technology that makes the Phat Cat Silencer a game-changer for gigging musicians and studio cats alike.
Pricing and Value Proposition
Priced at $149 for the gold-covered version and $139 for nickel, with set options available, the Phat Cat Silencer is positioned as a premium upgrade that won’t break the bank.
Who’s It For?
For players who’ve always loved the idea of P-90s but shied away due to noise concerns, the Phat Cat Silencer offers a fairly unique solution. It’s equally suited for the blues-rock veteran looking to tame their rig for studio work or the punk rocker who wants to push their amp to the edge without drowning in noise.
Me? I think P90 pickups sound great in any context, even metal. Don’t believe me? Just ask Brent Hinds from Mastodon – he loves his P90 pickups. They’re part of the reason he gets such an organic, warm sound on his lead and rhythm playing.
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