Seymour Duncan SH-PG1n Prly Gates Black Cover Pickup
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11102-45-Bc
Wiring: ships from Seymour Duncan with a 4-conductor lead (coil splitting and phase switching ready).
Description
Seymour Duncan SH-PG1n Pearly Gates Black Cover Neck Pickup
The SH-PG1n Pearly Gates sits in the neck position with the kind of balanced, articulate response that won't get buried in a band mix. This vintage-output humbucker delivers smooth, singing sustain with enough clarity to cut through—even stacked against a hot bridge pickup or pushed through overdrive. Built to Seymour Duncan's exacting standards in Santa Barbara, it's the choice for gigging musicians who need responsiveness and tonal nuance they can rely on night after night.
Tone & Harmonic Character
The Alnico 2 bar magnet paired with nickel silver bottom plate construction creates a warm, slightly compressed response characteristic of classic PAF-style designs. Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic squeal, ensuring feedback-free performance across all playing dynamics and volume levels.
Specifications & Construction
This hand-built pickup ships with a four-conductor hookup cable enabling series, split, and parallel wiring configurations. The vintage output passive humbucker design integrates seamlessly with both single-coil and humbucker-equipped instruments without requiring preamps or active circuitry.
Key Features
- Alnico 2 bar magnet
- Nickel silver bottom plate
- 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring options
- Vacuum wax potted construction
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA factory
- Four-conductor hookup cable included
- Vintage output passive humbucker
- PAF-style design
- Neck position configuration
- Black cover finish
The Pearly Gates earns its reputation as a live and studio essential for its ability to maintain clarity and definition without sacrificing the warmth that defines classic humbucker tone.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SH-PG1n Pearly Gates is a vintage-output neck humbucker engineered for articulate, warm tone that cuts through a mix without muddiness—ideal for jazz, blues, and rock players who demand responsiveness on stage and in the studio. Hand-built with an Alnico 2 magnet and vacuum wax potting for feedback-free reliability, it delivers smooth sustain and clarity in driven contexts, making it a dependable choice for intermediate to professional players seeking PAF-inspired character without excess aggression.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Studio Sessions, Home Recording, Jazz, Blues, Rock |
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| Tonal character | Warm, articulate, smooth sustain, slightly compressed, clarity in driven contexts |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pickup suitable for metal or high-gain styles?
No; the SH-PG1n is designed for warm, articulate tones and is not recommended for metal or djent applications, which typically demand higher-output pickups with more aggression.
What wiring options does the four-conductor cable enable?
The included four-conductor lead wire supports series, split, and parallel wiring configurations, giving you flexibility to shape tone and output to match your rig and playing style.
Will this neck pickup work in guitars with single-coil pickups?
Yes; the SH-PG1n is a passive humbucker design that integrates seamlessly into both single-coil and humbucker-equipped instruments without requiring preamps or active circuitry.
What makes this pickup feedback-free?
Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic squeal and feedback across all playing dynamics and volume levels, ensuring consistent, noise-free performance.
How does the Alnico 2 magnet affect the tone?
The Alnico 2 bar magnet paired with a nickel silver bottom plate creates a warm, slightly compressed response characteristic of classic PAF designs, delivering smooth sustain with clarity even in heavily driven contexts.
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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $11 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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