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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 with thick, dark lows and woody sustain suited for hard rock and metal players seeking warm foundation tones. The '78 Model TB is a bridge-position trembucker with balanced, articulate warmth and vintage P.A.F. character, designed for blues and rock players on offset-vibrato guitars.
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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 |
| Series | Seymour Duncan Whole Lotta Humbucker | Seymour Duncan 78 Model |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-18n Whole Lotta Humbucker Neck Nickel Cover Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position specific design with thick, dark tone and woody lows
- ✓ Moderate 8.20k output works well for both clean and high-gain contexts
- ✓ 4-conductor wiring enables series, parallel, and split-coil voicing options
- ✓ Hand-built in Santa Barbara with wax potting for squeal-free operation
Why choose Seymour Duncan 78 Model TB Nickel Cover Pickup
- ✓ Bridge-position trembucker format fits offset-vibrato guitars perfectly
- ✓ Alnico 2 magnet delivers classic P.A.F.-era articulate warmth with medium-high output
- ✓ Nickel cover enhances high-end definition and responsiveness to pick dynamics
- ✓ Balanced voice sits between vintage restraint and modern punch across all genres
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these pickups together in the same guitar?
Yes—the SH-18n is engineered for neck position while the '78 Model TB is designed for bridge position on tremolo systems. They complement each other well for players seeking warm neck tones paired with articulate bridge clarity.
Which pickup has higher output?
The '78 Model TB delivers medium-high output, while the SH-18n is moderate at 8.20k DC resistance. The TB is hotter and more aggressive; the SH-18n is more controlled and balanced across clean and driven tones.
Do these pickups work on non-tremolo guitars?
The SH-18n works on any guitar in the neck position. The '78 Model TB is a trembucker with 52.6 mm pole piece spacing optimized for offset-vibrato bridge positions; it will not align properly on standard bridge posts.
Which is better for jazz?
The '78 Model TB is listed as suitable for jazz with its articulate, balanced warmth and responsive dynamics. The SH-18n is not recommended for jazz due to its thick, dark character optimized for hard rock and metal contexts.