Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model Reverse Zebra 4-Conductor Pickup

Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model Reverse Zebra 4-Conductor Pickup

The SH-1n '59 Model is a neck-position humbucker engineered to deliver the warm, articulate character that defined the classic 1959 Gibson design. This Reverse Zebra version pairs vintage-correct specifications with a striking black-and-cream coil appearance, making it a go-to choice for producers and engineers seeking authentic single-coil clarity within a humbucker format without sacrificing output or sustain in the studio or tracking environment.

Tone & Recording Character

Built with an Alnico V magnet and 7.43 kΩ DCR, this pickup delivers a balanced, responsive character that captures midrange articulation and natural compression—essential qualities for cutting through mixes and maintaining definition during overdubs. The 6.8 kHz peak frequency ensures presence and clarity in the neck position while maintaining the warm undertones that make the '59 design a recording studio standard, translating beautifully across rhythm and lead voicings.

Construction & Specifications

Hand-wound on a Leesona 102 winding machine using plain enamel wire and vacuum wax potted for durability and hum rejection, this pickup features a long-legged nickel-silver bottom plate and 4-conductor wiring for coil-tap flexibility in multi-take sessions and mix refinement. Manufactured in the United States, it carries no logo to preserve the vintage aesthetic.

Key Features

• Alnico V magnet
• 7.43 kΩ DC resistance
• 6.8 kHz peak frequency
• 4-conductor wiring for coil-split capability
• Plain enamel wire construction
• Vacuum wax potted
• Long-legged nickel-silver bottom plate
• Leesona 102 winding machine wound
• Reverse Zebra finish (black and cream coils)
• No Seymour Duncan logo
• Neck position
• Made in the United States

This pickup delivers the tonal foundation that made the '59 legendary—responsive, musical, and built to exacting standards for professional recording and production.