The Seymour Duncan SH-1B ’59 Model Bridge Humbucker with nickel cover recreates authentic late-1950s PAF tone, delivering warm lows, open mids, and clear, articulate highs for vintage-inspired electric guitars.

Seymour Duncan SH-1B Bridge ’59 Model Humbucker Pickup – Nickel Cover

The Seymour Duncan SH-1B ’59 Model bridge pickup is designed to faithfully reproduce the sound and response of original late-1950s PAF humbuckers. It offers rich harmonic content, balanced output, and expressive dynamics that respond naturally to picking intensity and guitar volume control.

Featuring an Alnico V magnet, this pickup produces tight bass response, a smooth and open midrange, and clear highs that cut through the mix without harshness. The bridge-position voicing provides added punch and definition while preserving classic warmth.

This model uses traditional single-conductor vintage-style wiring and an unpotted construction, maintaining the harmonic complexity and touch sensitivity associated with true vintage humbuckers. The nickel cover adds a timeless, understated look suitable for Les Paul–style and other humbucker-equipped guitars.

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

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
• Nickel cover finish

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What style of music is this pickup best suited for?
It is ideal for blues, classic rock, jazz, and other vintage-inspired styles.

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

Is this pickup wax potted?
No. It is unpotted to retain authentic vintage harmonics and dynamics.

Does this pickup support coil-splitting?
No. This model uses traditional single-conductor wiring and is not designed for coil-splitting.

Will this fit Les Paul–style guitars?
Yes. It is perfectly suited for Les Paul–style and other humbucker-equipped guitars.

Does the nickel cover affect the tone?
No. The cover is cosmetic and does not affect tonal performance.