Seymour Duncan SH-8n & b, Invader, Set, Raw Nickel Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11108-31-RwNckl
Description
Seymour Duncan SH-8n & SH-8b Invader Set, Raw Nickel
The Seymour Duncan Invader set delivers the aggressive, articulate output that cuts through a live mix without sacrificing clarity even when you're pushing gain hard. These high-output humbuckers are built for modern rock, metal, and hard rock—tight bass response and defined treble that stays defined no matter what's happening around you on stage. The raw nickel finish underscores the industrial character these pickups bring to any instrument.
Tone & Output Character
The neck position SH-8n (7.2k D.C. resistance, 8.0kHz resonant peak) balances aggression with harmonic clarity for lead work and sustained notes that project. The bridge position SH-8b (16.8k D.C. resistance, 5.0kHz resonant peak) delivers punchy attack and compressed dynamics ideal for tight riffing, controlled feedback rejection, and gig-night reliability.
Construction & Live Reliability
Hand-built in Seymour Duncan's Santa Barbara, CA factory, these pickups employ three large ceramic bar magnets and oversized metal oxide poles for maximum output and presence that stays consistent across venues and setups. Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic squeal and ensures stable performance during high-gain playing, while the 4-conductor lead wire enables flexible wiring configurations to match your preamp or switching system—critical for gigging musicians who need options.
Key Features
- Humbucker pickup set (neck and bridge)
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Neck position D.C. resistance: 7.2k
- Bridge position D.C. resistance: 16.8k
- Neck resonant peak: 8.0kHz
- Bridge resonant peak: 5.0kHz
- Three large ceramic bar magnets
- Oversized metal oxide poles
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free high-gain performance
- 4-conductor lead wire for versatile wiring options
- Hum canceling design
The Invader set represents Seymour Duncan's commitment to high-output pickup design, combining aggressive character with professional build quality for players who demand reliability and tone in demanding applications—whether you're recording, touring, or tightening your live rig.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Invader set pairs a 7.2k neck pickup with a 16.8k bridge humbucker, delivering aggressive, high-output tone with tight lows and articulate treble that cuts through dense mixes at extreme gain levels. Built by hand in Santa Barbara with ceramic magnets, vacuum wax potting, and 4-conductor wiring, these pickups offer squeal-free reliability for metal, hard rock, and modern rock players who demand controlled dynamics and stage-ready performance. Choose the Invaders if you need pickups that tighten up drop tunings, reject feedback, and maintain clarity when you're stacking gain.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Modern Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the neck and bridge pickups in this set?
The neck pickup (SH-8n) has 7.2k D.C. resistance with an 8.0kHz resonant peak for balanced aggression and harmonic clarity on leads and sustained notes. The bridge pickup (SH-8b) has 16.8k D.C. resistance with a 5.0kHz resonant peak, delivering punchy attack, compressed dynamics, and tight riffing suited to controlled feedback rejection.
Are these pickups good for metal and drop tunings?
Yes. The Invader set is specifically designed for metal, hard rock, and modern rock with high output, tight bass response, and articulate treble that cuts through dense mixes even at extreme gain levels—ideal for drop tunings.
What construction features prevent feedback and noise?
These pickups use three large ceramic bar magnets, oversized metal oxide poles for maximum output, and vacuum wax potting to eliminate microphonic squeal, ensuring stable, squeal-free performance during high-gain playing.
What's the 4-conductor lead wire used for?
The 4-conductor lead wire enables flexible wiring configurations, allowing you to match the pickups to your preamp or switching system and customize hum-canceling options to your setup.
Are these pickups hand-built, and where?
Yes, these pickups are hand-built in Seymour Duncan's Santa Barbara, California factory, combining aggressive character with professional build quality.
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