Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model White Pickup
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- 11101-01-W
Description
Seymour Duncan SH-1n '59 Model White Pickup
The SH-1n '59 Model is a neck humbucker engineered to capture the warm, articulate character of a vintage PAF—essential for tracking and mixing sessions where neck-position clarity anchors your rhythm and lead layers. This pickup combines classic construction techniques with modern consistency, delivering the balanced output and smooth midrange definition that sits naturally in a dense mix without excessive mud or feedback.
Tone & Output Character
Built on an Alnico V magnet with 7.6K ohms DC resistance, this pickup strikes a natural balance between clarity and warmth critical for studio recording. The plain enamel winding and balanced coil design yield smooth response across the frequency spectrum, with articulate highs and full lows that translate well to both clean and overdriven tracking, maintaining definition even when layered with rhythm and lead parts.
Construction & Recording Stability
Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback—essential for clean recording takes without handling noise or amp interaction. The neck features a long-legged nickel silver bottom plate, nickel plated studs, and a wooden spacer—details that ensure mechanical stability and tonal consistency across multiple sessions. Standard configuration includes vintage single-conductor braided cable, with a 4-conductor wiring option available for coil-splitting and phase-switching applications to expand your tonal palette during overdubs and mix refinement.
Key Features
- Alnico V magnet
- 7.6K ohms DC resistance (neck position)
- 42 AWG plain enamel magnet wire
- Long-legged nickel silver bottom plate
- Vintage single-conductor braided cable (standard)
- 4-conductor wiring option available for coil-splitting and phase switching
- Vacuum wax potted
- Nickel plated studs with wooden spacer
- Balanced coil windings with black paper tape
- White cover finish
- Fits standard humbucker neck routes
The SH-1n '59 delivers authentic vintage-voiced performance with modern reliability, making it an ideal choice for home studios and session musicians building or upgrading a neck position in any humbucker-routed instrument.
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At a Glance
The SH-1n '59 Model is a neck humbucker engineered to sit naturally in a mix with warm mids, clear highs, and full lows that won't demand aggressive EQ. Its 7.6K ohms output and balanced coil design make it versatile for layering vintage-styled rhythm and lead overdubs, while the available 4-conductor wiring unlocks coil-splitting and phase-switching options for creative recording textures. A direct-to-tape solution for sessions chasing authentic humbucker tone without boutique pricing.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Classic Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What output level and tonal character should I expect?
The SH-1n runs 7.6K ohms DC resistance with Alnico V construction, delivering warm, articulate tone with smooth midrange and clear highs. Output is balanced—not overly hot—making it ideal for blues, rock, and jazz without sacrificing clarity in a live or recorded mix.
Can I use this pickup with coil-splitting or phase-switching?
Yes. The pickup ships with standard single-conductor braided cable, but a 4-conductor wiring option is available if you want to add coil-splitting or phase-switching functionality to your guitar's wiring scheme.
Does this pickup work in any humbucker-routed guitar?
Yes. The SH-1n fits any standard humbucker neck route and comes equipped with a long-legged nickel silver bottom plate, nickel plated studs, and wooden spacer for stable mounting and tonal clarity.
What makes this pickup different from a stock Gibson or Fender neck pickup?
The SH-1n uses modern construction consistency and vacuum wax potting to eliminate feedback while retaining vintage PAF character. You get the organic, warm tone of a classic neck humbucker with improved reliability and at a fraction of the cost of custom shop or original pickups.
Is this pickup good for heavy music or metal?
The SH-1n is voiced for blues, rock, jazz, and classic rock—it prioritizes articulation and warmth over aggression. Metal and djent styles typically demand hotter, more compressed output that this pickup is not designed to deliver.
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