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Seymour Duncan SH-1b '59 Model Raw Nickel Bdr TShell Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SH-2n Jazz Model Black Cover Pickup
The SH-1b '59 is a bridge pickup designed for aggressive, articulate rock and blues lead work, while the SH-2n Jazz is a neck pickup engineered for warm, controlled rhythm and clean tones. Choose the SH-1b for bridge-position vintage rock aggression, or the SH-2n for neck-position smoothness in jazz and studio settings.
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Seymour Duncan SH-1b '59 Model Raw Nickel Bdr TShell Pickup
Seymour Duncan SH-2n Jazz Model Black Cover Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SH-1b '59 Model Raw Nickel Bdr TShell Pickup | Seymour Duncan SH-2n Jazz Model Black Cover Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Series | Seymour Duncan '59 | Seymour Duncan Jazz |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-1b '59 Model Raw Nickel Bdr TShell Pickup
- ✓ Higher output (8.2K DCR) with Alnico V magnet for stronger presence and aggression
- ✓ Bridge-position design optimized for lead tones and defined rhythm work
- ✓ Vintage single-conductor braided lead wire for extended sustain and noise rejection
- ✓ Made in USA with period-correct construction details
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-2n Jazz Model Black Cover Pickup
- ✓ Lower, more controlled output (7.24K DCR) suits neck position with warm, smooth response
- ✓ Four-conductor lead wire enables coil-splitting and series/parallel wiring flexibility
- ✓ Reduced treble harshness and warm midrange clarity ideal for jazz and studio sessions
- ✓ Handbuilt in Santa Barbara with versatile finish options
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these pickups together in the same guitar?
Yes—the SH-1b '59 is designed for bridge position and the SH-2n Jazz for neck position, making them complementary choices. The SH-2n's four-conductor lead wire pairs well with any Seymour Duncan bridge model.
Which pickup is better for metal or aggressive genres?
Neither is ideal for metal or djent—both are voiced for vintage character and articulation rather than extreme gain. Both descriptions explicitly list metal and djent as genres they are not ideal for.
What's the main tonal difference between these two?
The SH-1b '59 (8.2K, Alnico V) emphasizes articulate attack and controlled aggression for bridge work, while the SH-2n Jazz (7.24K, Alnico 5) prioritizes warm midrange and smooth string definition with reduced treble harshness for neck position.
Does the SH-2n offer wiring options the SH-1b doesn't?
Yes—the SH-2n includes a four-conductor lead wire for coil-splitting and series/parallel wiring flexibility, while the SH-1b uses a single-conductor braided lead wire optimized for sustain and noise rejection only.