The Seymour Duncan SH-1B ’59 Humbucker Reverse Zebra Bridge Pickup delivers authentic late-1950s PAF tone with warm lows, open mids, and clear, articulate highs for vintage-inspired guitars.

Seymour Duncan SH-1B ’59 Reverse Zebra Bridge Humbucker Pickup

The Seymour Duncan SH-1B ’59 Reverse Zebra bridge pickup faithfully reproduces the classic sound of late-1950s PAF humbuckers. It provides rich harmonic content, balanced output, and expressive dynamics that respond naturally to picking intensity and guitar volume adjustments.

Equipped with an Alnico V magnet, this pickup offers tight, controlled bass response, smooth mids, and crisp highs that cut through the mix without harshness. The bridge-position voicing delivers punch and definition while maintaining classic warmth.

The pickup uses traditional single-conductor vintage-style wiring and remains unpotted to preserve harmonic complexity and touch sensitivity. Its distinctive reverse zebra cover adds a classic look for Les Paul–style and other humbucker-equipped guitars.

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Available from Angkor Music Shop Melbourne, proudly serving musicians in Altona, Victoria and across Australia since 2013.

Key Features

• ’59 Model vintage-style humbucker pickup
• Optimised for bridge position
• Authentic late-1950s PAF-inspired tone
• Alnico V magnet construction
• Warm lows, open mids, and clear highs
• Unpotted design for vintage dynamics
• Traditional single-conductor wiring
• Reverse zebra cover finish

Frequently Asked Questions

What position is this pickup designed for?
It is voiced specifically for the bridge position.

What style of music is this pickup best suited for?
Ideal for blues, classic rock, jazz, and vintage-inspired tones.

What magnet type does this pickup use?
It uses an Alnico V magnet.

Is this pickup wax potted?
No. It is unpotted to preserve vintage harmonics and dynamic response.

Can this be paired with a ’59 neck pickup?
Yes. It balances perfectly with a ’59 Model neck humbucker.

Does the reverse zebra cover affect tone?
No. The cover is purely cosmetic.

Will it fit Les Paul–style guitars?
Yes. It fits standard humbucker routes for Les Paul–style guitars.