Seymour Duncan SHR-1n Hot Rails for Strat White 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
- 11205-01-W
Description
Seymour Duncan SHR-1n Hot Rails for Strat White Pickup
The Seymour Duncan SHR-1n Hot Rails delivers aggressive, high-output punch in a single-coil footprint, making it an ideal neck pickup for players seeking modern bite without sacrificing Strat ergonomics. This dual-rail humbucker slots seamlessly into standard single-coil routes, offering immediate tonal authority across rock, metal, and fusion applications.
Tone & Output Character
At 10.8 kΩ DC resistance, the Hot Rails produces significantly hotter output than traditional single coils, with a resonant peak at 4.8 KHz that emphasizes articulate midrange aggression. The ceramic magnet and tuned EQ voicing (Bass: 5 / Midrange: 7 / Treble: 4) create a focused, punchy character ideal for lead work and thick rhythm tones.
Installation & Construction
This pickup installs as a true drop-in replacement for any standard Strat neck position, complete with a four-conductor hookup cable for flexible wiring options. Wax potted construction eliminates microphonic squeal, ensuring stable performance under high gain, while hand-built craftsmanship in Santa Barbara, CA ensures quality control throughout assembly.
Key Features
- High-output, single-coil-sized humbucker for Strat neck position
- Dual-rail design with ceramic bar magnet
- DC Resistance: 10.8 kΩ
- Resonant Peak: 4.8 KHz
- EQ tuning: 5 Bass / 7 Midrange / 4 Treble
- Four-conductor hookup cable included
- Wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Drop-in fit for standard single-coil pickup routes
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, California
The SHR-1n delivers the aggression and clarity of a true humbucker without requiring routing or body modification, making it an efficient upgrade for players demanding serious output from their neck position.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SHR-1n Hot Rails is a high-output dual-rail humbucker built to fit a standard Strat single-coil neck route, delivering aggressive midrange punch and articulate lead tone without routing or modifications. Aimed at intermediate to professional rock, metal, and fusion players, it transforms your neck pickup into a serious high-gain machine while keeping your Strat's familiar ergonomics and playability intact. Choose it for stage-ready reliability, focused bite on lead lines, and thick rhythm tones that cut through a band mix.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Fusion
- ✓ Lead Work
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this pickup fit my standard Strat neck position?
Yes, the SHR-1n is designed as a true drop-in replacement for any standard Strat single-coil neck route, with no routing or body modification required. It includes a four-conductor hookup cable for flexible wiring to your guitar's controls.
What tone should I expect compared to a traditional Strat neck pickup?
The SHR-1n is significantly hotter (10.8 kΩ DC resistance) with an aggressive, punchy midrange peak at 4.8 KHz, tuned for rock, metal, and fusion rather than the warm, clean character of stock single coils. Its ceramic magnet and EQ voicing (5 Bass / 7 Midrange / 4 Treble) prioritize articulate lead work and thick rhythm tones over vintage warmth.
Is this pickup subject to microphonic feedback under high gain?
No, the SHR-1n is wax potted to eliminate microphonic squeal, ensuring stable, noise-free operation even under high-gain amplification and heavy distortion.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The SHR-1n excels in rock, metal, hard rock, fusion, and lead work; it is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk applications due to its aggressive voicing and high output.
Where is this pickup manufactured?
The SHR-1n is hand built in Santa Barbara, California, with individual quality control during assembly.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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