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Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model Reverse Zebra Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SH-1b '59 Model Reverse Zebra Pickup
The SH-1n is a neck pickup delivering bell-like clarity and articulation, while the SH-1b is a bridge pickup engineered for defined mids, reduced mud, and natural breakup. Choose the SH-1n if you need warmth and sparkle in the neck position; choose the SH-1b if you want a balanced, articulate bridge pickup with controlled low-end.
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Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model Reverse Zebra Pickup
Seymour Duncan SH-1b '59 Model Reverse Zebra Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model Reverse Zebra Pickup | Seymour Duncan SH-1b '59 Model Reverse Zebra Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.00 | $99.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model Reverse Zebra Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position voicing with bell-like response and natural sustain
- ✓ Excellent articulation for clean tones and single-note clarity
- ✓ Warm, vintage character ideal for jazz and studio applications
- ✓ Hand-wound Alnico V construction with vacuum wax potting
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-1b '59 Model Reverse Zebra Pickup
- ✓ Bridge-position design with 8.2K DCR and defined mids
- ✓ Reduced mud in the lows with improved clarity under pick attack
- ✓ Natural breakup characteristics suited to classic rock and blues
- ✓ Balanced output mimicking original 1959 Gibson PAF specifications
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these pickups interchangeably in neck and bridge positions?
No. The SH-1n is specifically voiced for neck position with emphasis on clarity and articulation. The SH-1b is engineered for bridge position with 8.2K DCR and voicing designed to reduce mud and deliver defined mids—they will not perform optimally swapped.
What are the output differences between these two pickups?
The SH-1b has a specified 8.2K DCR (direct current resistance) typical of bridge humbuckers with vintage output level. The SH-1n specifications focus on its neck-position character rather than DCR, meaning the SH-1b will have slightly higher output suitable for bridge placement.
Which is better for blues and jazz?
Both are excellent for blues and jazz, but in different positions. The SH-1n excels in the neck for warm, articulate clean tones and smooth lead work. The SH-1b shines as a bridge pickup offering defined mids and natural breakup for responsive, touch-sensitive playing in those genres.
Are these hand-wound and potted the same way?
Yes. Both feature 42AWG plain enamel hand-wound construction, Alnico V magnets, long-legged nickel-silver bottom plates, vacuum wax potting, and vintage braided lead wire—the differences are purely in position-specific voicing and output.