The Seymour Duncan SH-1N ’59 Neck Humbucker Pickup in black delivers classic vintage PAF tone with warm lows, rich mids, and clear highs, ideal for expressive neck-position guitar sounds.

Seymour Duncan SH-1N ’59 Neck Humbucker Pickup – Black

The Seymour Duncan SH-1N ’59 Neck Humbucker Pickup is inspired by the legendary late-1950s PAF humbuckers. Designed for the neck position, it delivers smooth, warm tones with excellent note clarity and dynamic response.

Featuring an Alnico V magnet and vintage-correct winding, the SH-1N provides warm lows, smooth mids, and sweet highs. Its sleek black bobbin finish pairs perfectly with traditional, vintage, and modern guitars.

Ideal for blues, jazz, classic rock, and clean or lightly overdriven tones, this pickup offers authentic vintage PAF character with excellent touch sensitivity.

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

Key Features

• Seymour Duncan SH-1N ’59 Model humbucker pickup
• Neck position configuration
• Vintage PAF-style tone with warm lows and clear highs
• Alnico V magnet for smooth, musical response
• Excellent note separation and sustain
• Black bobbin finish
• Ideal for blues, jazz, classic rock, and clean vintage-style tones

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this pickup designed for the neck position?
Yes. The SH-1N is voiced specifically for neck-position use.

What type of magnet does the SH-1N use?
It features an Alnico V magnet for tight lows and clear highs.

How does it compare to vintage PAF pickups?
It faithfully reproduces late-1950s PAF tone with smooth mids and clarity.

What music styles suit this pickup?
Blues, jazz, classic rock, and clean or lightly overdriven vintage tones.

Is this a high-output pickup?
No. It has vintage to medium output for dynamic expression.

Does the black finish affect tone?
No. The finish is cosmetic and preserves vintage sound.

Can this be paired with the SH-1B bridge pickup?
Yes. It pairs perfectly with the SH-1B ’59 bridge humbucker for a full vintage set.

Is this suitable for modern guitars?
Yes. While vintage-inspired, it works well in modern guitars requiring classic PAF tone.