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Seymour Duncan SH-18n Whole Lotta Humbucker Neck Nickel Cover Pickup vs Seymour Duncan 78 Model TB Nickel Cover Pickup
The SH-18n is a neck-position pickup voiced for thick, dark sustain in hard rock and metal, while the '78 Model TB is a bridge-position trembucker designed for balanced vintage warmth across blues, rock, and jazz. Choose the SH-18n if you play metal or need deep neck tones; choose the '78 Model TB if you play blues-rock on a tremolo guitar or want classic P.A.F. character.
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Seymour Duncan SH-18n Whole Lotta Humbucker Neck Nickel Cover Pickup
Seymour Duncan 78 Model TB Nickel Cover Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SH-18n Whole Lotta Humbucker Neck Nickel Cover Pickup | Seymour Duncan 78 Model TB Nickel Cover Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.00 | $149.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-18n Whole Lotta Humbucker Neck Nickel Cover Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position design with thick, woody lows ideal for hard rock and metal
- ✓ Alnico V magnet delivers articulate sustain and sustained note clarity
- ✓ 8.20k output hot enough for high-gain drive while staying controlled and defined
- ✓ 4-conductor wiring offers series, parallel, and split-coil flexibility
Why choose Seymour Duncan 78 Model TB Nickel Cover Pickup
- ✓ Trembucker spacing (52.6mm) engineered for bridge position on tremolo guitars
- ✓ Alnico 2 magnet produces balanced, singing sustain without excess gain
- ✓ Nickel cover brightens tone and enhances high-end articulation and responsiveness
- ✓ Versatile across blues, rock, jazz, and hard rock genres
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the '78 Model TB in the neck position?
The '78 Model TB is specifically designed as a bridge-position trembucker with 52.6mm spacing for tremolo systems. Using it in the neck position would result in improper pole piece alignment and magnetic field issues on standard guitars, so it is not recommended for neck duty.
Which pickup is better for metal and djent?
The SH-18n Whole Lotta Humbucker is designed and voiced for hard rock and metal with its thick, dark character and Alnico V magnet. The '78 Model TB is explicitly not ideal for metal or djent, making the SH-18n the clear choice for those genres.
How do these differ in output and gain?
The SH-18n has 8.20k DC resistance with moderate output balanced for both high-gain and clean tones. The '78 Model TB offers medium-high output with a gentler character that prioritizes articulation over raw gain, suiting blues and rock over extreme metal.
What is the main tonal difference between them?
The SH-18n delivers thick, woody lows with sustained articulation for darker, heavier music. The '78 Model TB provides balanced vintage warmth with bright definition and dynamic responsiveness, voiced as a classic P.A.F.-style pickup for blues and rock.