The Seymour Duncan SH-1N ’59 Model Neck Humbucker delivers classic PAF-style tone with warm lows, clear highs, and open dynamics, making it ideal for expressive vintage guitar sounds.

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

The Seymour Duncan SH-1N ’59 Model Neck Humbucker Pickup is inspired by the legendary late-1950s humbuckers that defined classic electric guitar tone. Designed to provide warmth, clarity, and articulation, this pickup excels in the neck position.

Using an Alnico V magnet, the SH-1N offers a slightly tighter low end and clearer highs than traditional Alnico II designs, while still retaining authentic vintage character. The result is smooth sustain, rich harmonics, and excellent note separation.

Finished in a clean white bobbin, this pickup pairs perfectly with Strat-style, Les Paul-style, and other classic electric guitars. It is well suited for blues, rock, jazz, and classic rock applications.

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Key Features

• Seymour Duncan SH-1N ’59 Model humbucker pickup
• Neck position configuration
• Inspired by late-1950s PAF humbuckers
• Alnico V magnet for enhanced clarity and definition
• Warm lows, clear highs, and open midrange
• Excellent note separation and sustain
• Classic white bobbin finish
• Ideal for blues, rock, jazz, and classic styles

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What type of magnet does the SH-1N use?
It features an Alnico V magnet for added clarity and tighter bass response.

How does this compare to vintage PAF pickups?
It closely captures vintage PAF tone while offering slightly improved definition.

What music styles is this pickup best suited for?
Blues, rock, jazz, classic rock, and expressive clean or edge-of-breakup tones.

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

Does the white finish affect tone?
No. The colour is purely cosmetic and does not affect sound.

Will this pickup pair well with a ’59 bridge model?
Yes. It is commonly paired with the SH-1B ’59 bridge pickup.

Is this pickup suitable for vintage-style guitars?
Yes. It is designed to complement traditional and vintage-spec instruments.