Seymour Duncan SH-1b '59 Model Raw Nickel Bdr TShell Pickup

Seymour Duncan SH-1b '59 Model Raw Nickel Bridge Pickup

The SH-1b '59 is a classic bridge humbucker engineered to capture articulate, vintage-voiced recordings with controlled aggression and studio-ready presence. This Raw Nickel with Tortoiseshell cover example delivers the sonic character that defined rock and blues recordings for decades, providing a balanced frequency response that records clearly in warm, transparent lead passes and maintains definition in layered rhythm tracking.

Tone & Output Characteristics

Built on an Alnico V magnet and rated at 8.2K DCR, this pickup generates vintage-output response that avoids excessive gain while preserving mix presence and harmonic clarity. The 42AWG plain enamel magnet wire combined with vacuum wax potting ensures tight, controlled resonance without high-end brittleness—critical for tracking and overdubbing across multiple sessions.

Construction & Materials

The long-legged nickel-silver bottom plate and vintage single-conductor braided push-back lead wire are period-correct details that support extended sustain and hum rejection during recording. Manufactured in the United States, this pickup reflects Seymour Duncan's commitment to traditional winding and potting methods that translate to consistent, predictable tracking performance.

Key Features

• Alnico V magnet
• 8.2K DCR
• Vintage output level
• Bridge position humbucker
• 6-string configuration
• 42AWG plain enamel magnet wire
• Long-legged nickel-silver bottom plate
• Vintage single-conductor braided push-back lead wire
• Vacuum wax potting
• Raw Nickel with Tortoiseshell cover
• Standard humbucker mounting
• Made in the United States

This SH-1b '59 delivers versatile bridge-position performance suited to sessions requiring authentic vintage character without sacrificing recording clarity or mix cut.