The Seymour Duncan SH-1N ’59 Model Neck Humbucker with nickel cover recreates authentic late-1950s PAF tone, offering warm lows, smooth mids, and articulate highs for expressive vintage-style playing.

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

The Seymour Duncan SH-1N ’59 Model Neck Humbucker is a faithful recreation of the legendary late-1950s PAF pickup. Designed specifically for the neck position, it delivers exceptional clarity, dynamic response, and musical warmth.

Using a vintage-accurate coil wind and an Alnico V magnet, the SH-1N provides rich lows, balanced mids, and sparkling highs that clean up beautifully with picking dynamics and volume control adjustments.

Finished with a classic nickel cover, this pickup is ideal for blues, jazz, classic rock, and traditional tone seekers looking for authentic humbucker character without excessive output.

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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
• Authentic late-1950s PAF-inspired tone
• Alnico V magnet for clarity and articulation
• Warm lows, smooth mids, and clear highs
• Excellent dynamic response and note separation
• Classic nickel cover finish
• Ideal for blues, jazz, and classic rock styles

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What type of magnet does this pickup use?
It uses an Alnico V magnet for classic PAF-style clarity and punch.

Is the SH-1N wax potted?
No. It is unpotted to preserve vintage harmonics and natural dynamics.

What music styles suit this pickup best?
Blues, jazz, classic rock, fusion, and expressive clean-to-overdrive tones.

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

Can this pickup be paired with a ’59 bridge model?
Yes. It pairs perfectly with the Seymour Duncan SH-1B ’59 Model bridge pickup.

Is this pickup suitable for vintage-style guitars?
Yes. It is ideal for Les Paul–style and other traditional humbucker-equipped guitars.