The Seymour Duncan SH-55n Seth Lover Neck Humbucker with nickel cover delivers true vintage PAF tone with warm lows, open mids, and clear, sweet highs.

Seymour Duncan SH-55n Seth Lover Humbucker Pickup – Neck Nickel Cover

The Seymour Duncan SH-55n Seth Lover Humbucker Pickup was designed by legendary pickup inventor Seth Lover to faithfully recreate the sound and feel of original late-1950s PAF humbuckers. This neck-position pickup delivers exceptional clarity, warmth, and dynamic response.

Featuring an unpotted design, vintage-correct winding, and an Alnico II magnet, the SH-55n produces open highs, smooth midrange, and a soft, musical low end. The classic nickel cover offers a timeless appearance that complements traditional and modern guitars alike.

This pickup is ideal for players seeking authentic vintage tone for blues, jazz, classic rock, and expressive clean or edge-of-breakup sounds, with excellent note separation and 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-55n Seth Lover humbucker pickup
• Neck position configuration
• Designed by Seth Lover
• Authentic late-1950s PAF-style tone
• Alnico II magnet for warm, musical response
• Unpotted construction for enhanced dynamics
• Vintage-correct winding and materials
• Classic nickel cover finish

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this pickup designed specifically for the neck position?
Yes. The SH-55n is voiced specifically for neck-position use.

What type of tone does this pickup produce?
It delivers warm lows, open mids, and sweet highs with true vintage PAF character.

Is the SH-55n wax potted?
No. It is intentionally unpotted to preserve vintage clarity and harmonic detail.

What magnet is used in this pickup?
The SH-55n uses an Alnico II magnet.

What music styles is this pickup best suited for?
It is ideal for blues, jazz, classic rock, and vintage-style clean or low-gain tones.

Does this pickup work well with vintage-style guitars?
Yes. It is designed to pair perfectly with traditional and vintage-spec instruments.

Is this a high-output pickup?
No. It features vintage-correct low to moderate output.

Does the nickel cover affect the tone?
The nickel cover maintains classic aesthetics while preserving the pickup’s natural warmth and clarity.