Seymour Duncan Dimebucker Bridge Pickup - Black | No Limit Guitar Co
Introduction
The Seymour Duncan Dimebucker Bridge Pickup is a high-output passive humbucker designed by the legendary Dimebag Darrell to deliver his signature crushing tone: crunchy pick attack, scooped mids, and smooth saturation that defined Pantera's aggressive sound. Featuring a unique dual stainless-steel blade design with ceramic magnets, this pickup produces thick crunch with just the right amount of sag, tight low-end punch, and face-cutting treble clarity. Whether you're an intermediate player exploring heavy tones or a professional metal guitarist, the Dimebucker delivers the warm distortion and dynamic response that made Dimebag's tone iconic.
Product Overview
The Dimebucker features innovative construction using a ceramic bar magnet paired with dual stainless-steel blades instead of traditional pole pieces, creating a unique magnetic field that enhances string-to-string balance and sustain. With 16.5K DC resistance, this high-output humbucker delivers substantial gain without crossing into overly compressed or fuzzy territory, maintaining exceptional dynamics and pick sensitivity. The black covered housing provides a classic aesthetic while protecting the coils, and hand-built construction in Santa Barbara, California ensures consistent quality and tone.
Dimebag himself described his signature pickup's voice: "It's very saturated—not to the point where it's overly fuzzy, but it has a smooth and crunchy distortion tone. It will give you some extra gain, but it won't go so far that your sound breaks up and is going crazy." The carefully voiced frequency response delivers punchy bass that kicks hard in the low end while the treble cuts through the mix with precision, never becoming harsh or piercing. This tonal balance makes complex riffs articulate and lead tones sing with vocal-like sustain.
The Dimebucker's 4-conductor plus shield wiring offers versatile installation options including coil-splitting, parallel wiring, and series/parallel switching for tonal variety beyond its core voice. Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback and squealing at high gain levels, making this pickup reliable for aggressive playing and loud stage volumes. Pair it with a '59 Model in the neck position for Dimebag's exact setup, or combine with the Dimebucker neck model for maximum tonal consistency.
Ideal For
- Metal and groove metal players seeking Dimebag Darrell's signature tone
- Guitarists who want high output with exceptional dynamic response and clarity
- Hard rock players requiring thick crunch with tight, punchy low end
- Studio recording artists capturing aggressive rhythm tones with definition
- Touring musicians needing reliable, squeal-free performance at high volumes
Key Features
Dual Stainless-Steel Blade Design
Unlike traditional pole pieces, the Dimebucker uses dual stainless-steel blades that create an even magnetic field across all six strings. This innovative design enhances string balance, improves sustain, and contributes to the pickup's aggressive tonal character with excellent treble bite.
High-Output Ceramic Magnet
The ceramic bar magnet delivers 16.5K DC resistance for substantial gain and thick saturation while maintaining clarity and definition. This carefully calibrated output level provides extra drive without becoming overly compressed, preserving the dynamic response that made Dimebag's playing so expressive.
Scooped Midrange Voicing
The Dimebucker's frequency response emphasizes punchy bass and cutting treble while scooping the mids, creating the signature groove metal tone heard on classic Pantera records. This voicing ensures rhythm riffs stay heavy and defined while lead tones cut through dense mixes.
Vacuum Wax Potting
Each pickup undergoes vacuum wax potting to eliminate microphonic feedback and squealing, ensuring stable performance even under extreme gain and volume. This professional treatment makes the Dimebucker tour-ready for the most demanding live environments.
4-Conductor Plus Shield Wiring
The included 4-conductor shielded cable enables multiple wiring configurations including coil-splitting for single-coil tones, parallel wiring for brighter response, and phase reversal options. A form-fitting mounting ring is included for easy installation.
What's Included
- Seymour Duncan Dimebucker Bridge Pickup (Model 11102-82-B)
- 4-conductor plus shield lead wire
- Form-fitting mounting ring
- Mounting screws and springs
- Installation and wiring diagram
- Seymour Duncan warranty information
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Humbucker |
| Position | Bridge |
| Active/Passive | Passive |
| Magnet Material | Ceramic Bar |
| Cable | 4-conductor plus shield |
| DC Resistance | 16.5K |
| Resonant Peak | High |
| Connectivity | Soldered |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Covering | Covered |
| Color | Black |
| Features | Dual Stainless-Steel Blade Magnets |
| Wax Potted | Yes (Vacuum) |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 11102-82-B |
| Manufacturer | Seymour Duncan (USA) |
| Made In | Santa Barbara, California |
Get Your Hands on This Signature Pickup Today
Experience the legendary tone of Dimebag Darrell with the Seymour Duncan Dimebucker bridge pickup at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our expert staff can help you achieve your ideal high-gain tone and discuss pairing options like the '59 Model neck pickup for Dimebag's exact configuration. Contact us today or visit our Idaho Falls guitar store to explore the full range of Seymour Duncan pickups and signature models.
