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Seymour Duncan SH-6n & b Distortion Mayhem Black set of 2 vs Seymour Duncan SJ5-3S Quarter Pound 5-String Pickup Set For Jazz Bass
The SH-6n & b Distortion is a guitar humbucker set for heavy rock and metal, while the SJ5-3S Quarter Pound is a bass pickup set for jazz and fusion. Choose the Distortion if you play aggressive guitar styles; choose the Quarter Pound if you play 5-string jazz bass.
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Seymour Duncan SH-6n & b Distortion Mayhem Black set of 2
Seymour Duncan SJ5-3S Quarter Pound 5-String Pickup Set For Jazz Bass
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SH-6n & b Distortion Mayhem Black set of 2 | Seymour Duncan SJ5-3S Quarter Pound 5-String Pickup Set For Jazz Bass | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $198.00 | $198.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Set | Set |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SH-6n & b Distortion Mayhem Black set of 2
- ✓ Designed specifically for drop tunings and aggressive power chords
- ✓ Massive ceramic magnets and over-wound coils deliver raw, distorted tone
- ✓ Matched neck and bridge pair with four-conductor wiring for switching options
- ✓ High output cuts through dense, heavy mixes
Why choose Seymour Duncan SJ5-3S Quarter Pound 5-String Pickup Set For Jazz Bass
- ✓ Engineered for 5-string jazz bass with precision string spacing and hum-canceling RW/RP configuration
- ✓ Articulate, punchy tone with midrange presence ideal for fusion and funk
- ✓ High-output single-coil design cuts through the mix without losing clarity
- ✓ Direct retrofit for Fender Jazz V and compatible 5-string basses
Frequently asked questions
Are these pickups compatible with the same instruments?
No. The SH-6n & b Distortion are guitar humbuckers, while the SJ5-3S Quarter Pound are bass pickups designed for 5-string jazz basses. They are not interchangeable.
Which pickup set is better for beginners?
Both are rated for intermediate to advanced/professional players. The Distortion suits heavier styles and intermediate-to-pro guitarists, while the Quarter Pound is engineered for jazz bass players with intermediate or higher experience.
What are the main tone differences?
The SH-6n & b Distortion delivers aggressive, chunky, raw distorted tones for metal and hard rock. The SJ5-3S Quarter Pound produces punchy, articulate, bright tones with midrange presence for jazz, fusion, and funk.
Do these pickups include everything needed for installation?
The Distortion includes wiring diagrams and mounting hardware. The Quarter Pound includes a logo cover and two-conductor shielded cable, with precision spacing for direct retrofit into compatible 5-string basses.