Seymour Duncan SH-5 Duncan Custom Black Cover Pickup

Seymour Duncan SH-5 Duncan Custom Black Cover Pickup

The SH-5 Duncan Custom is a medium-output humbucker built for players who demand articulate aggression without sacrificing musicality on stage. Hand-crafted in Santa Barbara with a small ceramic bar magnet, this pickup punches hard in the bridge position while maintaining definition across the frequency spectrum. The vacuum wax potting locks in rock-solid stability with zero squeal—critical reliability when you're pushing gain in a live setting.

Tonal Character & Output

Its 7/6/9 frequency curve balances a punchy low end, scooped midrange, and bright treble response, delivering natural clarity even at extreme gain settings. At 14.41k ohms impedance, the medium output sits perfectly between vintage warmth and modern crunch, cutting through a mix in hard rock, metal, and alternative contexts without losing harmonic definition or getting lost in a dense band mix.

Design & Versatility

The 4-conductor lead wire opens up multiple wiring configurations for players who want options, and the splittable design lets you roll back aggression mid-set if the arrangement calls for it. Installation is straightforward with included screws, springs, and wiring diagram, while the 49mm pole-spacing ensures tight string-to-magnet coupling and focused output that projects on stage.

Key Features

• Small ceramic bar magnet with nickel silver bottom plate
• 14.41k ohms impedance for medium output
• 7/6/9 (Bass/Mid/Treble) frequency response curve
• 49mm pole-spacing for focused magnetic alignment
• 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring options
• Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free, stable performance
• Splittable design with included wiring diagram
• Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
• Recommended for bridge position
• Includes screws and springs for installation

The SH-5 is built for gigging musicians—professional-grade aggression backed by meticulous Santa Barbara craftsmanship and real tonal versatility that translates to the stage.