Seymour Duncan SH-12 Screamin' Demon White 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
- 11102-80-W
Wiring: ships from Seymour Duncan with a 4-conductor lead (coil splitting and phase switching ready).
Description
Seymour Duncan SH-12 Screamin' Demon White Pickup
The SH-12 Screamin' Demon delivers a focused, articulate bridge-position voice with enough output and aggression to cut through dense mixes without sacrificing note definition. This dual coil humbucker is built for players seeking moderate gain with clarity—ideal for rock, metal, and high-gain applications where precision matters as much as power.
Tone & Characteristics
The 7 kHz resonant peak emphasizes upper-midrange presence, giving the Screamin' Demon its signature articulate bite and sustain. Combined with Alnico V Bar magnet construction and a 10.1 kΩ DC resistance, this pickup produces moderate output with excellent string separation and definition across the fretboard.
Design & Construction
Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California, this pickup features vacuum wax potting for noise rejection and reliability. The nickel silver bottom plate contributes to the overall tonal character, while the 4-conductor cable provides wiring flexibility for series, parallel, or split configurations.
Key Features
- Type: Dual Coil Humbucker
- Position: Bridge
- Impedance: 10 kΩ
- DC Resistance: 10.1 kΩ
- Magnet: Alnico V Bar
- Output: Moderate
- Resonant Peak: 7 kHz
- Cable: 4 Conductor
- Bottom Plate: Nickel silver
- Processing: Vacuum wax potted
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
The SH-12 Screamin' Demon stands as a reliable bridge pickup for working musicians and touring rigs—delivering articulate aggression with the harmonic clarity needed to sit tight in a mix night after night.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SH-12 Screamin' Demon is a moderate-output bridge humbucker built for rock and metal players who need articulate bite and string separation without muddiness. Hand-built with Alnico V magnets and vacuum wax potting, it cuts through dense mixes with clarity and sustain, making it reliable for gigging and studio work. Choose it if you want precision and definition in high-gain riffs without sacrificing note definition across the fretboard.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Rock, Metal, Hard Rock, High-gain applications, Studio Sessions |
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| Tonal character | Articulate bite, moderate output, excellent string separation, upper-midrange presence, sustain |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and styles is the SH-12 best suited for?
The Screamin' Demon excels in rock, metal, and hard rock applications, especially high-gain contexts where articulate note definition is as important as aggression. It is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk playing styles.
How does the SH-12 compare to other popular bridge pickups?
The SH-12 sits between the Seymour Duncan SH-4 JB (hotter output) and more compressed options like the DiMarzio D Activator, offering moderate output with excellent string separation and upper-midrange presence. Its 7 kHz resonant peak and Alnico V construction prioritize articulate bite and sustain over raw gain.
What does the 4-conductor cable allow me to do?
The 4-conductor cable provides wiring flexibility, allowing you to configure the pickup in series, parallel, or split modes depending on your desired tonal character and output level.
Is this pickup hand-built, and how is it potted?
Yes, the SH-12 is hand-built in Santa Barbara, California, and features vacuum wax potting for noise rejection and reliable operation, whether in the studio or on stage.
What is the DC resistance and output level?
The SH-12 has a 10.1 kΩ DC resistance and moderate output, paired with an Alnico V Bar magnet and nickel silver bottom plate to deliver balanced aggression and clarity without excessive gain.
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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