Few pickup designs have had the impact of the Seymour Duncan JB humbucker. From arena-shaking rock tones to molten metal leads, its signature mix of power, clarity, and harmonic punch has made it a staple across decades of recorded history.
Now, Seymour Duncan brings that same iconic sound to the world of Telecasters with the JB Jr. for Tele — a compact, single-coil-sized humbucker that injects the Tele’s unmistakable twang with the JB’s legendary bite.
The JB Jr. for Tele is built to drop straight into a standard Telecaster bridge rout, delivering the searing output and expressive response that players have come to love from the full-sized original. Using a ceramic magnet and a carefully tuned coil wind, it delivers the JB’s signature voice — rich mids, tight lows, and that signature upper-end sparkle — all while maintaining a perfect balance for the Tele’s unique tonal character.
For over four decades, the JB humbucker has been a go-to weapon for players seeking versatility and firepower. It’s been at the heart of countless hit records, known for its ability to handle everything from bluesy crunch to high-gain aggression with equal finesse. The JB Jr. for Tele carries that DNA forward, giving Tele players the same dynamic range and expressive nuance — but in a form that preserves the instrument’s classic look and feel.
ThA 4-conductor lead wire opens the door to series, parallel, and split-coil wiring options, letting players sculpt their sound from sparkling cleans to muscular overdrive. Hand-built in Seymour Duncan’s Santa Barbara, California workshop, each unit is vacuum wax potted to ensure squeal-free performance even under punishing stage conditions.
Whether you’re looking to give your Telecaster the full JB treatment or add a touch of modern grit to your country clean tones, the JB Jr. for Tele captures the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation. For players seeking a neck partner, Seymour Duncan recommends pairing it with the Vintage Stack Tele neck pickup for a balanced setup that delivers classic warmth with modern muscle.
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