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Seymour Duncan SH-6n & b Distortion Mayhem Black set of 2 vs Seymour Duncan SJ5-3S Quarter Pound 5-String Pickup Set For Jazz Bass
The SH-6n & b Distortion is a guitar humbucker set built for metal and hard rock, while the SJ5-3S Quarter Pound is a 5-string jazz bass pickup set designed for jazz, fusion, and funk. These are entirely different instruments—a guitarist should choose the Distortion, and a bass player should choose the Quarter Pound.
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Seymour Duncan SH-6n & b Distortion Mayhem Black set of 2
Seymour Duncan SJ5-3S Quarter Pound 5-String Pickup Set For Jazz Bass
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SH-6n & b Distortion Mayhem Black set of 2 | Seymour Duncan SJ5-3S Quarter Pound 5-String Pickup Set For Jazz Bass | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $198.00 | $198.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Set | Set |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-6n & b Distortion Mayhem Black set of 2
- ✓ Hand-built humbuckers with ceramic magnet and over-wound coils for aggressive output
- ✓ Tight definition and snap ideal for metal, hard rock, and drop tunings
- ✓ Four-conductor wiring enables advanced switching and modifications
- ✓ Balanced neck (13 kOhm) and bridge (16.6 kOhm) articulation
Why choose Seymour Duncan SJ5-3S Quarter Pound 5-String Pickup Set For Jazz Bass
- ✓ True single-coil design with Alnico V magnets for punchy, articulate bass tone
- ✓ RW/RP neck configuration eliminates hum in both-pickup engagement
- ✓ Precision-engineered 5-string spacing (78.7mm bridge, 76.2mm neck) for direct Fender Jazz V retrofit
- ✓ EQ voicing (7/3/6) cuts through mixes while preserving midrange for jazz and fusion
Frequently asked questions
Can I use either of these on the same guitar?
No. The SH-6n & b Distortion is a guitar humbucker set. The SJ5-3S Quarter Pound is a 5-string bass pickup set. They are incompatible with each other's instruments.
Which is better for metal?
Only the SH-6n & b Distortion is designed for metal. It features high output, ceramic magnets, and aggressive articulation. The SJ5-3S Quarter Pound is voiced for jazz and fusion and is not intended for metal.
Are both hand-built?
The SH-6n & b Distortion is explicitly hand-built in Santa Barbara. The SJ5-3S Quarter Pound description does not mention hand-building, focusing instead on precision engineering and direct retrofit compatibility.
Which offers more wiring flexibility?
The SH-6n & b Distortion includes four-conductor wiring for advanced switching options. The SJ5-3S Quarter Pound uses a single two-conductor shielded cable for simplicity and noise minimization.