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Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom White Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom Zebra Pickup
Both are SH-11 Custom Custom humbuckers with nearly identical tonal profiles (5.2 kHz peak, 3/7/7 EQ), but differ in cosmetics, resistance spec, and construction details. Choose the White for a classic look at standard specs, or the Zebra for its premium wax-potted construction and slightly higher resistance (14.4k vs 14.10k Ohm).
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Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom White Pickup
Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom Zebra Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom White Pickup | Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom Zebra Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom White Pickup
- ✓ Classic white cover finish
- ✓ Standard four-conductor wiring
- ✓ Budget-friendly option with proven SH-11 character
- ✓ Made in United States
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom Zebra Pickup
- ✓ Distinctive zebra coil pattern aesthetic
- ✓ Vacuum wax potted for enhanced feedback rejection
- ✓ Nickel silver bottom plate for shielding
- ✓ Slightly higher DC resistance (14.4k) for marginally more output
Frequently asked questions
Are these pickups sonically identical?
Nearly yes. Both share the same 5.2 kHz resonant peak, 3/7/7 EQ balance, Alnico 2 magnets, and passive design. The Zebra's slightly higher DC resistance (14.4k vs 14.10k Ohm) yields marginally more output, but the difference is negligible in real-world playing.
What is the main practical difference?
The Zebra includes vacuum wax potting and a nickel silver bottom plate for superior shielding and feedback rejection in high-gain rigs. The White uses standard construction without these enhancements. Both are four-conductor passive designs suitable for flexible wiring.
Which is better for metal and djent?
Both are equally suited to metal, hard rock, and djent thanks to identical tonal character. The Zebra's wax potting may provide slightly cleaner high-gain clarity in extremely demanding studio or live scenarios, but either will perform excellently for aggressive genres.
Why choose one over the other beyond aesthetics?
Choose Zebra for its premium construction if you gig heavily or record high-gain material where feedback rejection matters. Choose White if you prioritize budget and prefer a classic, understated look without sacrificing core SH-11 tone.