The Seymour Duncan Black Distortion Mayhem SH-6b & SH-6n Humbucker Pickup Set delivers aggressive high-output tone with tight low end, rich mids and searing lead response — perfect for metal, rock and other heavy-gain styles.

The Seymour Duncan Black Distortion Mayhem SH-6b & SH-6n Humbucker Pickup Set is a matched pair of high-output humbucker pickups designed for players who demand raw power and aggression from their guitar tone. Featuring Seymour Duncan’s legendary Duncan Distortion design, this set uses massive ceramic magnets and over-wound coils to produce a bold, punchy sound with tight lows, cutting mids and harmonically rich highs — ideal for heavy rock, metal, punk, nu-metal and drop tunings.

The SH-6b bridge pickup is voiced for maximum output and sustain, while the SH-6n neck pickup delivers fluid, articulate solo tones with plenty of presence, even under high gain. Both pickups feature 4-conductor wiring for a variety of wiring options and enhanced tonal versatility. Hand built in the USA with vacuum wax potting for squeal-free performance, this set ensures reliability and powerful tone for aggressive playing styles. 

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Angkor Music Melbourne offers professional pickup installation and guitar setup services in-house.

Key Features

• Matched SH-6b bridge & SH-6n neck humbucker set
• High-output ceramic magnet design for aggressive tones
• Tight lows, cutting mids and harmonically rich highs
• Ideal for metal, rock, punk, thrash and nu-metal
• Perfect for drop tunings and high-gain amps
• 4-conductor wiring for versatile switching options
• Vacuum wax potted for noise-free performance
• Hand Built in the USA — Santa Barbara, California

Why Buy from Angkor Music Melbourne?

Experience

Our tech team has installed and fine-tuned high-output humbucker systems across a wide range of guitars for aggressive rock and metal genres, helping players achieve tight rhythm tones and powerful leads.

Expertise

We understand ceramic-magnet pickup behavior, coil output, wiring configurations, and how to match pickups to amplifiers and effects for maximum impact and clarity.

Authoritativeness

Angkor Music Shop Melbourne is an authorised Seymour Duncan dealer, trusted by local musicians for genuine products and expert installation advice.

Trustworthiness

All pickups are brand-new, authentic Seymour Duncan products backed by manufacturer warranty. Our professional services ensure correct wiring, noise-free performance, and optimal tone delivery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What style of music suits this pickup set?

This set excels in heavy rock, metal, punk, thrash, nu-metal and other aggressive styles with high gain and distortion. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Are these pickups passive or active?

They are passive humbuckers requiring no battery and use ceramic magnets for high output and punch. 

Will this set fit my guitar?

Yes — these pickups fit most guitars with standard humbucker cavities. 

Can I coil-split these pickups?

Yes — the 4-conductor wiring allows series/parallel or coil-split switching for tonal versatility.

Are these good for drop tunings?

Yes — the high output and tight low response make them well suited to drop tunings.