Seymour Duncan SHPR-1n P-Rails Neck, Cream Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11303-01-Cr
Description
Seymour Duncan SHPR-1n P-Rails Neck, Cream Pickup
The SHPR-1n P-Rails neck pickup delivers versatile tonal flexibility with a full-size humbucker footprint that splits into P-90 and single-coil Rail configurations. This cream-colored unit excels in recording and live sessions where switching options matter—no routing or modification required—offering thick humbucking response alongside articulate split-coil character from a single installation.
Recording Versatility & Sonic Character
Built with Alnico 5 bar magnets and a 13.00k DCR, the SHPR-1n balances output and harmonic complexity, making it ideal for neck position tracking across rock, metal, and alternative productions. The RWRP (reverse wind/reverse polarity) winding pairs seamlessly with standard-wound bridge pickups to cancel hum in humbucker mode while maintaining single-coil clarity when split—critical for clean DI recording and layered guitar arrangements.
Studio-Ready Design & Signal Integrity
Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback and ensures long-term stability during sessions, while the 4-conductor shielded cable allows full control over series, parallel, and split wiring schemes for maximum mixing flexibility. Manufactured in Santa Barbara, California, this pickup meets Seymour Duncan's build standards for consistency and reliability in professional studio applications and project work.
Key Features
- DCR: 13.00k ohms
- Magnet type: Alnico 5 bar magnets (pair)
- Winding: RWRP (reverse wind/reverse polarity)
- Lead wire: 4-conductor shielded cable
- Potting: Vacuum wax potted
- Configuration: Full-size humbucker with P-90 and single-coil Rail splitting options
- Color: Cream
- Neck position orientation
- Manufactured in Santa Barbara, California
The SHPR-1n captures genuine tonal flexibility and rock-solid construction for recording sessions where expanding your sonic palette without hardware modifications matters.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SHPR-1n P-Rails is a neck pickup engineered to capture three distinct tonal characters—full humbucker, P-90 voice, and single-coil Rail—all from one installation, offering producers and engineers real flexibility during tracking and mix-ready tone shaping. At 13.00k DCR with Alnico 5 magnets and RWRP winding, it balances harmonic complexity with articulate clarity, making it ideal for layering rock, metal, and alternative recordings without the need for re-amping or multiple guitars. The 4-conductor shielded cable supports series, parallel, and split wiring schemes, enabling you to dial in the exact character your session demands.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Alternative
- ✓ Hard Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P-Rails splitting mean, and do I need to modify my guitar?
The SHPR-1n uses a full-size humbucker footprint that electronically splits into P-90 and single-coil Rail configurations via a standard switching setup—no routing or modification required. The 4-conductor shielded cable lets you wire it for series, parallel, or split operation, giving you three tonal options from one neck pickup.
Will this hum with my standard bridge pickup?
The SHPR-1n features RWRP (reverse wind/reverse polarity) winding, which cancels hum when paired with a standard-wound bridge pickup in humbucker mode while preserving single-coil clarity when split. This design keeps your rig quiet without sacrificing tonal character.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The SHPR-1n excels in rock, metal, alternative, and hard rock, where its thick humbucking response and articulate split character deliver the output and harmonic complexity those styles demand. It is not recommended for jazz or folk applications.
What are the key specs, and how is it manufactured?
The pickup features a 13.00k DCR, Alnico 5 bar magnets, vacuum wax potting for feedback elimination, and a 4-conductor shielded cable. It is manufactured in Santa Barbara, California, and meets Seymour Duncan's professional build standards for consistency and durability.
How does this compare to other versatile neck pickups?
The SHPR-1n offers more wiring flexibility and splitting options than the Seymour Duncan JB Jr., while delivering a different tonal character than the DiMarzio Tone Zone or EMG 81/85. Its strength is in providing three distinct voices from a single installation without modification.
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