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Seymour Duncan SM-3B Seymourized Mini Humbucker 4-Conductor Bridge Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SPH90-1N Phat Cat Neck Pickup(Gold Cover)
The SM-3B is a high-output bridge pickup designed for modern rock, metal, and progressive music with punchy articulation and upper-midrange presence; the SPH90-1N is a warm, low-output neck pickup voiced for blues, jazz, and classic rock with vintage P90 character. Choose the SM-3B if you need aggressive bridge clarity for hard-hitting genres, or the SPH90-1N if you want warm, articulate neck-position tones for blues and vintage-leaning styles.
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Seymour Duncan SM-3B Seymourized Mini Humbucker 4-Conductor Bridge Pickup
Seymour Duncan SPH90-1N Phat Cat Neck Pickup(Gold Cover)
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SM-3B Seymourized Mini Humbucker 4-Conductor Bridge Pickup | Seymour Duncan SPH90-1N Phat Cat Neck Pickup(Gold Cover) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $125.00 | $125.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Bridge | Neck |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SM-3B Seymourized Mini Humbucker 4-Conductor Bridge Pickup
- ✓ High output (11.6 kΩ) cuts through mix with clarity and definition
- ✓ Voiced for modern genres: rock, metal, progressive
- ✓ 4-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting and phase-reversal options
- ✓ Tight note separation and controlled treble ideal for fast playing
Why choose Seymour Duncan SPH90-1N Phat Cat Neck Pickup(Gold Cover)
- ✓ Warm, vintage-voiced single-coil P90 character in humbucker form
- ✓ Low output (8.0 kOhm) pairs naturally with standard bridge humbuckers
- ✓ Reverse-wind reverse-polarity eliminates phase cancellation
- ✓ Vacuum wax potting and Alnico 2 magnets deliver smooth, articulate response
Frequently asked questions
Can these pickups work together in the same guitar?
Yes. The SM-3B is a bridge-position pickup and the SPH90-1N is a neck-position pickup, so they are designed for different positions. The SPH90-1N's reverse-wind reverse-polarity design pairs seamlessly with standard bridge humbuckers to avoid phase cancellation.
Which pickup is better for blues and jazz?
The SPH90-1N is purpose-built for blues and jazz, delivering warm, vintage P90 tones with smooth highs and clear mids. The SM-3B is voiced for modern high-output applications and is not ideal for jazz or blues styles.
What is the key difference in output and character?
The SM-3B has high output (11.6 kΩ) with punchy, articulate modern voicing suited for metal and progressive music. The SPH90-1N has low output (8.0 kOhm) with warm, vintage single-coil character ideal for classic blues and rock.
Are these mini humbuckers or standard size?
The SM-3B is a mini humbucker designed for compact form factors. The SPH90-1N is a standard humbucker-sized cover housing a single-coil P90 soapbar design, so it installs in standard humbucker cavities without modification.