Seymour Duncan SH-10b Full Shred Reverse Zebra Pickup

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  • Brand new in original box
  • Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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SKU
11102-64-RZ
$115.00
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Description

Seymour Duncan SH-10b Full Shred Reverse Zebra Pickup

The SH-10b Full Shred is a medium-output humbucker built for aggressive, high-gain playing without sacrificing articulation or dynamics. This bridge-position pickup delivers the punch metal and hard rock players demand while maintaining enough clarity to cut through dense mix layers on stage. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, the SH-10b represents Seymour Duncan's commitment to combining traditional craft with modern tonal refinement.

Tone & Construction

Built with an Alnico 5 bar magnet and nickel-silver bottom plate, this pickup produces a balanced high-output character with controlled midrange presence. The double rows of Allen screw pole pieces let you dial in output and coil balance to match your exact tonal preference—critical for locked-in high-gain tones on a live stage. Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic squealing, ensuring clean operation at any volume.

Electrical & Installation

The 4-conductor lead wire supports series, parallel, and split-coil wiring configurations, offering flexibility for future mods or custom setups. With a DC resistance of 14.1 kOhm, the SH-10b sits in the medium-hot zone—aggressive enough for modern high-gain applications without the brittleness of ultra-hot designs.

Key Features

  • Medium-output humbucker for bridge position
  • Alnico 5 bar magnet for balanced tonal response
  • Nickel-silver bottom plate construction
  • Double rows of Allen screw pole pieces for adjustable output
  • DC resistance: 14.1 kOhm
  • 4-conductor lead wire for series, parallel, and split-coil wiring
  • Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance
  • Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
  • Dual-coil humbucker design
  • Reverse Zebra coil configuration

The SH-10b Full Shred combines Seymour Duncan's Santa Barbara heritage with refined engineering, delivering the aggressive output and clarity required for high-gain stages and demanding live gigs.

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At a Glance

The Seymour Duncan SH-10b Full Shred is a medium-output bridge humbucker built for metal, hard rock, and djent players who need aggressive tone without sacrificing articulation in dense mixes. Hand-built in Santa Barbara with an Alnico 5 magnet and vacuum wax potting, it delivers controlled midrange punch and cut-through clarity at high gain. The 4-conductor lead wire supports series, parallel, and split-coil wiring, giving you flexibility for future mods and customization.

Who This Is For

Great for

  • Metal
  • Hard Rock
  • Djent
  • Progressive

Not the best pick for

  • Jazz
  • Blues
  • Folk

Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the SH-10b too hot for classic rock or blues?

The SH-10b is engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, djent, and progressive styles; it is not designed for jazz, blues, or folk playing. Its controlled aggression and high-gain character will feel out of place in lower-gain contexts.

What does the 4-conductor lead wire allow me to do?

The 4-conductor configuration supports series (standard humbucker), parallel, and split-coil wiring modes, giving you options for future modifications or custom setups to shape your tone.

Will this pickup squeal or feedback at high volumes?

No. The SH-10b is vacuum wax potted, which eliminates microphonic squealing and ensures clean operation at any volume.

What is the DC resistance, and how does it compare to other hot pickups?

The SH-10b has a DC resistance of 14.1 kOhm, placing it in the medium-hot zone—aggressive enough for modern high-gain without the brittleness of ultra-hot designs like the EMG 81 or DiMarzio Crunchlab.

Can I adjust the output after installation?

Yes. Double rows of Allen screw pole pieces allow you to fine-tune output shaping and coil balance after the pickup is installed.

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