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Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model Zebra Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SPB-3 Quarter Pound Pickup For P-Bass
The SH-1n '59 is a guitar neck pickup for warm, articulate vintage tones in blues and rock, while the SPB-3 is a high-output bass pickup for aggressive, punchy rock and metal. They serve entirely different instruments and cannot be compared as alternatives.
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Seymour Duncan SPB-3 Quarter Pound Pickup For P-Bass
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model Zebra Pickup | Seymour Duncan SPB-3 Quarter Pound Pickup For P-Bass | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.00 | $99.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | — | Any Position |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model Zebra Pickup
- ✓ Warm, balanced Alnico 5 tone ideal for blues, jazz, and vintage rock
- ✓ Articulate midrange captures finger dynamics and vibrato nuance
- ✓ 4-conductor wiring enables coil-tap and hum-cancellation options
Why choose Seymour Duncan SPB-3 Quarter Pound Pickup For P-Bass
- ✓ High-output aggressive tone cuts through dense rock and metal mixes
- ✓ True humbucking mode eliminates 60-cycle hum without compromise
- ✓ Direct drop-in replacement for American Standard Precision Bass—no modifications needed
Frequently asked questions
Can I use either of these pickups in my guitar or bass?
No. The SH-1n '59 is a humbucker-sized guitar pickup for neck position. The SPB-3 is a Precision Bass pickup and will only fit a Precision Bass body. They are completely different instruments and cannot be swapped.
Which pickup is better for heavy music?
The SPB-3 is engineered specifically for rock and metal with high output and aggressive midrange. The SH-1n '59 is unsuitable for metal and better suited to blues and vintage rock on guitar.
Do both pickups reduce feedback and hum?
Yes. The SH-1n '59 is wax potted to eliminate microphonic feedback and offers 4-conductor wiring for hum cancellation in properly designed circuits. The SPB-3 uses humbucking-mode wiring and vacuum wax potting to eliminate 60-cycle hum as standard.
Which requires more installation work?
The SPB-3 is a direct drop-in replacement for American Standard Precision Bass with no modifications needed and all hardware included. The SH-1n '59 installation depends on your guitar's existing wiring and routing, which varies by instrument.