Seymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n Set, Toxic Yellow Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11108-13-TxcYllw
Description
Seymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n Set, Toxic Yellow
This classic humbucker pairing delivers the articulate output needed for cutting rhythm parts alongside the aggressive bite required for lead work—a combination that's earned its place in rigs across rock, metal, and hard blues. The SH-4 neck and SH-2n bridge configuration strikes the balance between responsive feel and punchy tone, making it a trusted choice for players who need clarity without losing sustain or attitude on stage.
Tonal Character & Electrical Specs
The SH-4 produces a thick, vocal midrange with a resonant peak at 5.5 kHz and a DC resistance of 16.4 kΩ, ideal for leads and solos that sit in the mix. The SH-2n bridge pickup tightens the low end with a 7.72 kΩ resistance and 8 kHz peak, delivering controlled aggression for rhythm work and chords that lock in live.
Construction & Materials
Hand-built in the Santa Barbara, CA factory and vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance in any venue, these pickups use Alnico 5 bar magnets and a nickel silver bottom plate for clarity and sustain that holds up in a live band context. Both units ship with 4-conductor cables, allowing series, parallel, or split-coil wiring options to dial in your exact sound.
Key Features
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA factory
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance
- Alnico 5 bar magnets
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- SH-4 DC Resistance: 16.4 kΩ
- SH-2n DC Resistance: 7.72 kΩ
- SH-4 Resonant Peak: 5.5 kHz
- SH-2n Resonant Peak: 8 kHz
- 4-conductor cable on both pickups
- SH-4 EQ: 5/6/8 (Bass/Mid/Treble)
- SH-2n EQ: 5/3/9 (Bass/Mid/Treble)
The SH-4/SH-2n set remains one of the most reliable humbucker pairings for gigging musicians and collectors seeking refined aggression across multiple genres and playing styles.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SH-4/SH-2n set pairs a thick-voiced neck pickup with a tight, controlled bridge pickup, hand-built and vacuum wax-potted in Santa Barbara for squeal-free performance on stage. Ideal for metal, hard rock, and blues players who need articulate high-output rhythm tones and aggressive sustain without muddiness. The Alnico 5 magnets and 4-conductor wiring give you series, parallel, or split-coil options to dial in your exact tone and keep your rig reliable night after night.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles work best with this pickup set?
These pickups excel in metal, hard rock, rock, and blues. The SH-4 neck and SH-2n bridge combo delivers the sustained aggression and articulate punch those styles demand, though they are less suited to jazz, folk, or country applications.
What wiring options do these pickups support?
Both pickups include 4-conductor cables, giving you the flexibility to wire them in series (full output), parallel (cleaner tone), or split-coil configurations to match your guitar's controls and preferences.
Are these pickups prone to feedback or squeal on stage or in the studio?
No. These pickups are vacuum wax-potted in the Seymour Duncan Santa Barbara factory and use Alnico 5 bar magnets with nickel silver bottom plates, eliminating microphonic feedback for reliable live and studio performance.
What is the difference between the SH-4 neck and SH-2n bridge pickup?
The SH-4 neck (16.4 kΩ) produces a thick, vocal midrange with a 5.5 kHz resonant peak, ideal for responsive leads and solos. The SH-2n bridge (7.72 kΩ) tightens the low end with an 8 kHz peak for controlled, punchy rhythm work and chords.
What skill level do these pickups suit?
These are designed for intermediate to advanced and professional players who understand high-output pickup behavior and can dial in aggression and clarity across different playing techniques and amplifiers.
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