Seymour Duncan SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid, Zebra Pickup

Seymour Duncan SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid Humbucker Pickup, Zebra

The SH-16 59/Custom Hybrid pairs the warm, articulate character of a '59 coil with the aggressive bite of a Custom coil, delivering a bridge pickup that balances vintage clarity with modern punch. This hybrid design sits in the sweet spot between classic warmth and contemporary output, making it the choice for players who want versatility without sacrificing either end of the tonal spectrum.

Tone & Output Character

Tuned for bridge placement with medium output and a resonant peak at 5.95 kHz, this pickup emphasizes articulate mids and controlled treble while maintaining body in the low end. The EQ curve of 8 bass / 6 mid / 6 treble keeps things balanced—thick enough for rock and metal, responsive enough for lead work and cleaner tones. On stage, you'll get clarity in a mix without losing the grit that cuts through a live room.

Construction & Materials

Built with Alnico 5 bar magnets and a nickel silver short-leg bottom plate, the SH-16 is vacuum wax potted for microphonic feedback elimination—essential for gigging reliability. The 4-conductor lead wire enables series, parallel, and split-coil wiring options, giving you flexibility in circuit design for different voices on the fly.

Key Features

• Humbucker configuration with '59 screws-side coil and Custom slug-side coil
• Medium output level
• DC Resistance: 11.5k Ω
• Resonant Peak: 5.95 kHz
• Alnico 5 bar magnet
• Nickel silver short-leg bottom plate
• 4-conductor lead wire for wiring versatility
• Vacuum wax potted construction
• Bridge position design
• EQ Curve: 8 bass / 6 mid / 6 treble
• Zebra coil configuration

The SH-16 delivers that rare combination of vintage character and contemporary aggression—a bridge pickup built for players who refuse to choose between the two.