Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom Black Pickup
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11102-70-B
Wiring: ships from Seymour Duncan with a 4-conductor lead (coil splitting and phase switching ready).
Description
Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom Black Pickup
The SH-11 Custom Custom delivers a punchy, articulate response with exceptional clarity across the frequency spectrum. This bridge-position pickup strikes a balance between aggression and definition, cutting through a mix without muddiness while maintaining tight, controlled sustain. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, this is a workhorse for gigging musicians who demand responsive dynamics without sacrificing note separation—whether you're pushing high-gain territories or holding down moderate-gain grooves on stage.
Tone & Output Character
With a 14.4k ohms output rating, the SH-11 sits in the medium-hot range—muscular enough to drive amp front ends with authority without the compressed feel of ultra-hot designs. The Alnico II bar magnet provides a naturally musical response with smooth top-end articulation and defined midrange presence, giving you clarity on both scorching lead lines and heavy rhythm work that stays locked in a live context.
Construction & Design
This pickup employs vacuum wax potting to eliminate microphonics and ensure rock-solid stability under the heat of stage use and high-temperature environments. The nickel silver bottom plate contributes to the overall tonal character while offering superior durability through years of gigging, and the 4-conductor lead wire opens up multiple wiring configurations for coil-splitting and series/parallel switching flexibility, expanding your sonic palette without rewiring.
Key Features
- 14.4k ohms output
- Alnico II bar magnet
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- 4-conductor lead wire for wiring flexibility
- Vacuum wax potted construction
- Medium-hot output level
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Bridge position design
- Black finish
The SH-11 Custom Custom combines refined tonal balance with robust, road-tested construction, making it the reliable choice for players seeking responsive, articulate bridge-position performance night after night.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SH-11 Custom Custom is a medium-hot bridge pickup hand-built in Santa Barbara with punchy, articulate response and tight control—built for metal, hard rock, and progressive players who need clarity and note separation even under high gain. Vacuum wax potted construction and a nickel silver bottom plate deliver rock-solid stability on the road, while the Alnico II magnet keeps the top end smooth and the midrange defined, preventing the compressed feel of hotter designs. Its 4-conductor lead wire unlocks coil-splitting and series/parallel switching for live and studio versatility.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Progressive, Rock |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Punchy, articulate, tight control, smooth top-end, defined midrange |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the SH-11 different from other high-output bridge pickups?
The SH-11 sits in the medium-hot range at 14.4k ohms, avoiding the compressed feel of ultra-hot designs while staying muscular enough to drive amp front ends. The Alnico II magnet provides smooth top-end articulation and defined midrange, keeping notes separated and articulate even in high-gain contexts.
Is this pickup good for both rhythm and lead playing?
Yes—the SH-11 balances aggression with clarity, responding dynamically to pick attack and chord voicing on heavy rhythm work while maintaining note definition for lead lines. It excels in metal, hard rock, and progressive music but is not designed for jazz or blues tones.
What does the 4-conductor lead wire let me do?
The 4-conductor wiring opens multiple configurations for coil-splitting and series/parallel switching, giving you tonal flexibility for both live performance and studio recording without rewiring the pickup itself.
How stable is this pickup in a touring or studio environment?
Vacuum wax potted construction eliminates microphonics and ensures rock-solid stability in high-temperature environments, while the nickel silver bottom plate adds durability and contributes to overall tonal character—making it reliable for both live and recording use.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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