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Seymour Duncan Humbucker SH-1B 7-String 59 Model Bridge Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Humbucker SH-2N 7-String Jazz Model Neck Pickup
The SH-1B is a bridge pickup designed for heavy, aggressive styles like progressive metal, while the SH-2N is a neck pickup tailored for jazz and fusion clarity. Choose the SH-1B if you need aggressive sustain and lower-end definition in the bridge position; choose the SH-2N if you want articulate, midrange-focused support from the neck position.
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Seymour Duncan Humbucker SH-1B 7-String 59 Model Bridge Pickup
Seymour Duncan Humbucker SH-2N 7-String Jazz Model Neck Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Humbucker SH-1B 7-String 59 Model Bridge Pickup | Seymour Duncan Humbucker SH-2N 7-String Jazz Model Neck Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Series | Seymour Duncan '59 | Seymour Duncan Jazz |
| Pickup Type | Bridge | Neck |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker SH-1B 7-String 59 Model Bridge Pickup
- ✓ Bridge-position design with 7.6 Ω resistance optimized for extended low-end clarity
- ✓ Warm P.A.F. character with singing sustain suitable for metal and progressive styles
- ✓ Alnico 5 magnet provides strong output without feedback at high gain
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker SH-2N 7-String Jazz Model Neck Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position tuning with pronounced midrange and smooth treble for jazz fusion precision
- ✓ 7.72 kΩ resistance and 8 kHz resonant peak deliver articulate note separation in chord voicings
- ✓ Alnico V magnet with controlled response ideal for complex melodic work
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these as a matching pair in one guitar?
Yes—they are designed for different positions. The SH-1B is a bridge pickup and the SH-2N is a neck pickup, so together they form a full humbucker set optimized for extended-range instruments.
Which pickup is better for metal?
The SH-1B is specifically engineered for metal and progressive styles, with lower DC resistance and high-gain stability. The SH-2N's midrange focus and controlled response are less aggressive and suit jazz fusion over thrash or heavy metal.
What is the main tonal difference between them?
The SH-1B emphasizes upper-midrange clarity and smooth sustain across an extended low end, while the SH-2N uses a pronounced midrange peak (5/3/9 EQ curve) and smooth treble extension for articulate note definition in complex chord work.
Are both wax potted to eliminate feedback?
Yes—the SH-1B uses wax potting and the SH-2N uses vacuum wax potting, both designed to reject microphonic feedback during high-gain or dynamic playing.