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Seymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n Set, Raw Nickel Cover Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n Set, Toxic Yellow Pickup

Both sets share identical electrical specs and construction, but differ fundamentally in pickup placement: the Raw Nickel has the aggressive SH-4 in the bridge and articulate SH-2n in the neck, while Toxic Yellow reverses this with SH-4 in the neck and SH-2n in the bridge. Raw Nickel suits players prioritizing cutting lead tones and tight rhythm aggression; Toxic Yellow is designed for those wanting a thicker, more vocal rhythm foundation with controlled low end.

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Seymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n Set, Raw Nickel Cover Pickup

$269.00
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Seymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n Set, Toxic Yellow Pickup

$269.00
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Specs side by side

Seymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n Set, Raw Nickel Cover PickupSeymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n Set, Toxic Yellow Pickup
Price$269.00$269.00
BrandSeymour DuncanSeymour Duncan
ConditionNewNew

Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n Set, Raw Nickel Cover Pickup

  • SH-4 bridge delivers maximum cut and presence for lead work and solos
  • SH-2n neck provides articulate, high-definition cleans and transitions
  • Optimized for metal and hard rock with peak frequency placement favoring cutting treble
  • Four-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting flexibility

Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n Set, Toxic Yellow Pickup

  • SH-4 neck produces thick, vocal midrange ideal for smooth leads and solos
  • SH-2n bridge tightens low end for controlled, aggressive rhythm playing
  • Better suited to blues and rock players seeking balanced midrange presence
  • Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free high-gain performance
Bottom line: Choose Raw Nickel if you prioritize piercing lead clarity and cutting through dense mixes with maximum bridge aggression. Choose Toxic Yellow if you want a thicker, more vocal rhythm character with a controlled bottom end and smoother lead tone from the neck position.

Frequently asked questions

What's the actual difference between these two sets?

The pickup positions are reversed. Raw Nickel places the high-output SH-4 in the bridge for maximum aggression, while Toxic Yellow places it in the neck for a thicker lead tone. Both have identical electrical specs (16.4 kΩ bridge, 7.72 kΩ neck, same resonant peaks), so the difference is purely in playing position and resulting tonal character.

Which is better for metal?

Raw Nickel is more traditionally aligned with metal, as its bridge-position SH-4 delivers the punchy mids and cutting treble that cut through dense, aggressive mixes. Toxic Yellow works for metal but leans slightly more toward rock and blues due to its emphasis on neck-position warmth and midrange vocality.

Can I use coil-splitting with either set?

Yes, both sets include 4-conductor wiring on each pickup, enabling series, parallel, or split-coil configurations for expanded sonic options.

Are these hand-built and potted?

Both sets are hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA and vacuum wax potted for squeal-free operation. Both use Alnico 5 bar magnets and nickel silver bottom plates for consistent performance and clarity.

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