Seymour Duncan SH-8n Invader White Pickup

Seymour Duncan SH-8n Invader White Pickup

The SH-8n Invader is a high-output neck pickup engineered to capture aggressive, articulate tones without sacrificing clarity on fast lead passes. Its ceramic magnet construction and over-wound coil design deliver punchy midrange and controlled sustain, making it ideal for recording hard rock and metal sessions where precision and definition are non-negotiable alongside aggression.

Tone & Output Character

A DC resistance of 7.2 kΩ and resonant peak at 8 kHz give the Invader its signature presence and edge in the mix. The EQ profile—bass 7, mids 8, treble 4—emphasizes midrange punch while controlling high-end harshness, allowing tight riffs to cut through a dense mix without losing definition on sustained notes during playback.

Recording & Session Performance

Built in Santa Barbara by Seymour Duncan, this passive pickup features three ceramic magnets, over-wound coils, and twelve black oxide cap screws for reliable magnetic field control and consistency across multiple takes. The four-conductor wiring provides flexible coil-split capability if your tracking setup calls for tonal variation within a session.

Key Features

• Ceramic bar magnet for aggressive output
• 7.2 kΩ DC resistance (neck position)
• Resonant peak at 8 kHz
• EQ curve: 7 bass / 8 mid / 4 treble
• Three ceramic magnets with over-wound coils
• Twelve black oxide cap screws
• Four-conductor wiring for coil-split compatibility
• Passive design—no batteries or preamp required
• Hand-crafted in Santa Barbara, California
• White cover included

The SH-8n Invader delivers the raw power and articulation required for hard rock and metal production, backed by meticulous American craftsmanship and proven tracking reliability.