QUEEN BEE
HUMBUCKER
Sound Profile ?
Medium-output humbucker with outstanding clarity, dynamic response and excellent sensitivity to picking nuances.
Bass
6.5
Mids
6.5
Treble
8.5
Pickup Character
A lively and articulate humbucker delivering exceptional clarity, fast attack and impressive harmonic detail. The balanced coils create an open, dynamic voice with focused lows, expressive mids and sparkling highs while maintaining excellent note separation and musical responsiveness.
Electrical Profile ?
Core Parameters
In Series
DCR
10,27 kΩ
Inductance
3,52 H
Capacitance
44 pF
North Coil
DCR
5,4 kΩ
Inductance
2,56 H
Capacitance
82 pF
South Coil
DCR
4,86 kΩ
Inductance
1,64 H
Capacitance
30 pF
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Resonance Behavior
f₀
Peak
Q
IN SERIES (Both Coils)
No Load
3,67
-30,28
2,5
500k
3,66
-33,12
1,7
250k
3,62
-34,64
1,5
North
No Load
4,16
-31,81
2,7
500k
4,24
-34,74
2,3
250k
4,15
-35,25
2,0
South
No Load
5,45
-35
2,9
500k
5,6
-37,3
2,2
250k
5,4
-38,39
2,0
Magnetic Field ?
North Coil
Polarity
North UP
1.
Bar / Ceramic / Slug
40 mT
density
2.
Bar / Ceramic / Slug
44 mT
density
3.
Bar / Ceramic / Slug
44 mT
density
4.
Bar / Ceramic / Slug
44 mT
density
5.
Bar / Ceramic / Slug
42 mT
density
6.
Bar / Ceramic / Slug
30 mT
density
Spread
14 mT
(min 30 / max 44)
Strong Character
Magnet density (mT) describes the magnetic field strength at each pole and how the pickup interacts with the strings.
Different magnet types have different ranges (e.g. Alnico ~30–65 mT, Ceramic ~60–90+ mT), and some variation is normal — even within the same pickup.
Typical pole-to-pole variation is ~5–15 mT.
Spread describes this:
Lower spread → more even response
Higher spread → more character and dynamics
Slugs → smoother field
Screws → more focused response
Different magnet types have different ranges (e.g. Alnico ~30–65 mT, Ceramic ~60–90+ mT), and some variation is normal — even within the same pickup.
Typical pole-to-pole variation is ~5–15 mT.
Spread describes this:
Lower spread → more even response
Higher spread → more character and dynamics
Slugs → smoother field
Screws → more focused response
South Coil
Polarity
South UP
1.
Bar / Ceramic / Screw
50 mT
density
2.
Bar / Ceramic / Screw
49 mT
density
3.
Bar / Ceramic / Screw
53 mT
density
4.
Bar / Ceramic / Screw
53 mT
density
5.
Bar / Ceramic / Screw
48 mT
density
6.
Bar / Ceramic / Screw
50 mT
density
Spread
5 mT
(min 48 / max 53)
Moderate Character
Magnet density (mT) describes the magnetic field strength at each pole and how the pickup interacts with the strings.
Different magnet types have different ranges (e.g. Alnico ~30–65 mT, Ceramic ~60–90+ mT), and some variation is normal — even within the same pickup.
Typical pole-to-pole variation is ~5–15 mT.
Spread describes this:
Lower spread → more even response
Higher spread → more character and dynamics
Slugs → smoother field
Screws → more focused response
Different magnet types have different ranges (e.g. Alnico ~30–65 mT, Ceramic ~60–90+ mT), and some variation is normal — even within the same pickup.
Typical pole-to-pole variation is ~5–15 mT.
Spread describes this:
Lower spread → more even response
Higher spread → more character and dynamics
Slugs → smoother field
Screws → more focused response
Winding ?
North Coil
1.
Unknown mixed SPN
6000 turns
South Coil
1.
Unknown mixed SPN
5000 turns
Total (Combined)
11000 turns
Wax Potting
Full potting — maximum stability, no squealing even at high gain
This humbucker exhibits a remarkably balanced electrical design, with both coils operating efficiently while contributing distinct tonal characteristics. The south coil (4.86 kΩ / 1.64 H) emphasizes openness, quick transient response and extended high-frequency detail, giving the pickup its lively and expressive character. The north coil (5.40 kΩ / 2.56 H) adds body, harmonic richness and a slightly stronger midrange foundation, complementing the brighter south coil exceptionally well.
In series, the coils combine into a 10.27 kΩ pickup with a measured resonance around 3.67 kHz (no load), remaining well controlled under both 250 kΩ and 500 kΩ loading. The measured Q values indicate a resonant peak that is focused yet musical, producing excellent articulation without sacrificing warmth. Internal capacitance remains within a realistic range, supporting stable high-frequency behavior.
The ceramic bar magnet provides a consistent magnetic field, while the measured screw and slug strengths show healthy magnetic balance across both coils. Full wax potting further contributes to predictable performance and excellent mechanical stability.
Overall, this is an exceptionally responsive vintage-output humbucker that delivers articulate cleans, harmonically rich edge-of-breakup tones and outstanding note definition. Its balanced coil architecture, healthy magnetic field and well-controlled resonance make it an inspiring pickup with excellent musical versatility.
Workshop Notes
Spacing 52mm, baseplate brass (yellow). Screws (#3-28 nickel) + springs included. Built using carefully selected reclaimed components from vintage pickups.