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Seymour Duncan SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid, Reverse Zebra Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid, White Pickup

Both are the same SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid pickup with identical specs and hand-built Santa Barbara construction, differing only in cosmetic finish: Reverse Zebra vs. White. Choose based purely on visual preference and how the finish matches your guitar's aesthetic.

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Seymour Duncan SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid, Reverse Zebra Pickup

$115.00
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Seymour Duncan SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid, White Pickup

$115.00
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Specs side by side

Seymour Duncan SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid, Reverse Zebra PickupSeymour Duncan SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid, White Pickup
Price$115.00$115.00
BrandSeymour DuncanSeymour Duncan
ConditionNewNew

Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid, Reverse Zebra Pickup

  • Reverse Zebra striped finish for striking visual contrast
  • Same mismatched-coil design and medium-output character
  • Hand-built with 4-conductor wiring for custom configurations

Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid, White Pickup

  • Clean white finish for classic, understated look
  • Identical specs: 11.5k Ω, 5.95 kHz resonant peak, Alnico 5
  • Vacuum wax potted for feedback-free performance at volume
Bottom line: These pickups are tonally and electronically identical; pick Reverse Zebra if you want eye-catching aesthetics, or White for a traditional appearance. Either works equally well for blues, rock, hard rock, and metal across intermediate to professional skill levels.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any tonal differences between Reverse Zebra and White finishes?

No. Both use the same hand-built construction, 11.5k Ω resistance, 5.95 kHz resonant peak, Alnico 5 magnet, and nickel silver bottom plate. The finish is purely cosmetic.

Which genres suit this pickup best?

The SH-16 excels in blues, rock, hard rock, and metal. Its medium output, balanced midrange, and natural breakup make it versatile across both clean and high-gain contexts. It is not ideal for jazz or folk.

Can I use custom wiring with either version?

Yes. Both pickups feature a 4-conductor lead wire that supports series, parallel, and split-coil configurations for flexible switching schemes.

Is feedback an issue with this pickup at high volumes?

No. Both versions use vacuum wax potting to eliminate microphonic feedback, making them stable and clean even at performance volumes.

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