Seymour Duncan SH-10n Full Shred Reverse Zebra Pickup
- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11102-60-RZ
Description
Seymour Duncan SH-10n Full Shred Reverse Zebra Pickup
The SH-10n Full Shred captures articulate, focused response in the neck position with enough punch to cut through a mix without muddying the fingerboard frequencies. This Alnico V humbucker balances clarity and presence, making it ideal for tracking lead lines and rhythm parts that demand definition and note separation. The Reverse Zebra finish combines classic aesthetics with road-tested performance.
Tone & Recording Character
With a DC Resistance of 7.4 kΩ and Resonant Peak at 8 kHz, the SH-10n emphasizes articulation and string separation during recording sessions. The EQ curve (4/4/8) — boosted treble with balanced bass and mids — sits well in dense arrangements without harshness, responding to both aggressive and nuanced pick attacks while maintaining clarity during playback and mixing.
Construction & Specifications
Built using vacuum wax potting and hand-assembled construction, the SH-10n resists feedback and microphonic noise while maintaining vibration sensitivity for tight recording takes. The Nickel silver bottom plate contributes to tonal clarity, and the four-conductor cable provides wiring flexibility for series, parallel, or split configurations to shape your tone during tracking and in post-production.
Key Features
- Neck-position variant with medium output
- Alnico V Bar magnet
- DC Resistance: 7.4 kΩ
- Resonant Peak: 8 kHz
- EQ: 4 Bass / 4 Mids / 8 Treble
- Four-conductor wiring
- Hand-built, vacuum wax potted construction
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- Reverse Zebra finish
- Designed for clarity and articulation
The SH-10n Full Shred is a straightforward, reliable neck pickup that captures transparent tone across multiple playing styles and sits naturally in professional mixes without requiring significant EQ intervention.
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At a Glance
The SH-10n Full Shred is a neck pickup that brings articulate, treble-forward character to recordings, excelling at capturing detailed lead lines and rhythm definition with strong string separation. Its medium output (7.4 kΩ DC resistance) and 8 kHz peak sit well in a mix without overwhelming adjacent tracks, making it versatile for progressive, metal, and genre work where tonal clarity and pick dynamics need to translate to tape.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Lead work
- ✓ Rhythm playing
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Metal
Not the best pick for
- – Blues
- – Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the SH-10n and comparable Seymour Duncan models like the SH-1n '59?
The SH-10n is a neck-position variant tuned for articulation and clarity with a boosted treble EQ (8/10 treble), while the SH-1n '59 leans warmer and more vintage-voiced. The SH-10n's 7.4 kΩ resistance and 8 kHz peak emphasize string separation and pick response, making it better suited to progressive and metal styles where definition is critical.
Is the SH-10n suitable for blues and jazz?
The SH-10n's articulate, treble-forward character is optimized for lead work, progressive, and metal—it's not designed for blues and jazz, which typically benefit from warmer, more vintage-voiced pickups that sit further back in the mix.
What does vacuum wax potting do, and why does it matter?
Vacuum wax potting encases the coil and magnets to resist feedback and microphonic noise while maintaining vibration sensitivity, ensuring reliable, noise-free performance on stage and in the studio without sacrificing tone responsiveness.
Can I use the four-conductor wiring in different configurations?
Yes, the four-conductor cable supports series, parallel, and split-coil configurations, giving you wiring flexibility to customize the pickup's output and tonal response to your guitar and amplifier setup.
What skill level is the SH-10n designed for?
The SH-10n rewards intermediate to advanced and professional players who use precise technique and pick dynamics; its responsive character and high-treble emphasis are best appreciated by players with developed articulation and control.
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