Seymour Duncan SH-14 Custom 5 Zebra Pickup
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
In stock
- SKU
- 11102-84-Z
Wiring: ships from Seymour Duncan with a 4-conductor lead (coil splitting and phase switching ready).
Description
Seymour Duncan SH-14 Custom 5 Zebra Pickup
The SH-14 Custom 5 delivers aggressive, articulate bridge-position response with tight low-end definition and punchy midrange presence. This pickup excels in high-gain contexts where clarity and note separation matter, making it a solid choice for modern rock, metal, and fusion rigs that demand output without sacrificing definition.
Tone & Output Character
The 14.10 DCR positions this as a hot bridge humbucker with substantial output and midrange focus. The Alnico 5 bar magnet core delivers responsive, articulate tone with natural compression and strong sustain, cutting through a mix on stage for both lead work and aggressive rhythm playing.
Construction & Live Reliability
Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback and squeal, ensuring stable performance in high-volume live settings. Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA using a nickel silver bottom plate and 4-conductor lead wire for flexible wiring configurations, this pickup is engineered for durability and tonal versatility through touring and repeated gigging.
Key Features
- Alnico 5 bar magnet for responsive, articulate tone
- 14.10 DCR bridge-position output
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring options
- Vacuum wax potted construction for squeal-free performance
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Designed for bridge position application
- Aggressive midrange and tight low-end definition
The SH-14 Custom 5 combines Seymour Duncan's meticulous hand-building process with proven Alnico 5 magnetics to deliver a bridge pickup built for gigging musicians and high-output applications.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SH-14 Custom 5 is a hot bridge humbucker built for metal, hard rock, and fusion players who need aggressive articulation without mud. Hand-built with Alnico 5 magnetics and vacuum wax potting, it cuts through high-gain rigs with tight lows, punchy mids, and strong sustain—perfect for modern rock shredders and heavy players. The 4-conductor wiring and nickel silver construction make it a reliable, road-ready upgrade that maintains clarity even at crushing volumes.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Modern Rock, Fusion |
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| Tonal character | Aggressive, articulate, tight low end, punchy midrange, high output |
| 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 is the SH-14 Custom 5 best suited for?
This pickup excels in metal, hard rock, modern rock, and fusion. It is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk styles, as its aggressive character and high output are optimized for high-gain and distorted applications.
Is this pickup suitable for rhythm and lead playing?
Yes. The SH-14 Custom 5 delivers both aggressive rhythm response with tight lows and articulate lead work with strong sustain, making it versatile across both playing styles in high-gain contexts.
What does vacuum wax potting do?
Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback and squeal, ensuring stable, noise-free performance at high volumes—critical for live shows and studio tracking with heavy distortion.
What is the 14.10 DCR specification, and what does it mean?
DCR (DC Resistance) is 14.10 ohms, which positions this as a hot, high-output bridge humbucker designed to deliver substantial signal and midrange presence without sacrificing clarity and articulation.
Can this pickup be wired in different ways?
Yes. The 4-conductor lead wire allows for multiple wiring configurations, giving you flexibility in how you integrate it into your instrument's electronics for coil-split or series/parallel switching options.
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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