A humbucker is a type of electric guitar pickup designed to cancel out electromagnetic interference and reduce unwanted noise. It consists of two coils wound in opposite directions, which helps to eliminate the hum that single-coil pickups often produce. This design allows for a thicker, warmer sound, making humbuckers popular in various music genres, especially in rock and jazz. Humbuckers were invented in the 1950s by Gibson engineer Seth Lover. They are commonly found in many electric guitars, including models like the Gibson Les Paul and Fender guitars. Musicians appreciate humbuckers for their ability to produce a powerful tone with increased sustain.