Seymour Duncan Set SH-5/SH-1 Custom Shop, limited edition 50ème anniversary, black
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Seymour Duncan
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An Anniversary Edition That Returns to the Basics
This Custom Shop set celebrates fifty years of Seymour Duncan expertise with a deliberate return to the specifications that built the brand's reputation. It embodies the "vintage correct" spirit in construction details and material selection: butyrate bobbins, vintage-style baseplates, maple spacers, and a subtle patina that immediately gives the feel of a living instrument. Each set is hand-assembled by the Custom Shop team led by Maricela "MJ" Juarez, featuring signatures and dedicated 50th Anniversary presentation.
For Which Guitarist and In What Context?
If you're looking for a set that respects your guitar's personality while offering a real gain in definition, this combination is a safe bet. On the neck, the '59 Model is ideal for expressive phrasing, open chords, and full clear tones, with a very musical response perfect for blues and classic rock. On the bridge, the Duncan Custom targets rhythms that need to snap, leads that cut through, and dense but controlled saturation: perfect for hard rock, modern rock, and any situation where you want bite without sacrificing nuance.
Two Complementary Voices: P.A.F. Warmth and Modern Precision
The '59 Model (SH-1) is inspired by the original P.A.F. humbuckers: a warm grain, beautiful openness, and natural dynamics that faithfully follow your right-hand attack. It maintains clarity in chords and highlights the acoustic character of the instrument, making it an excellent choice for playing "at volume" and exploiting touch variations.
The Duncan Custom (SH-5) delivers the other half of the spectrum: more attack, more sustain, and a tighter low end. Its ceramic magnet and custom winding provide a tight, defined sound with present upper mids and open highs, very effective for standing out in a mix, even with heavy saturation. Despite its beefier DNA, it remains surprisingly versatile and retains musicality that also works well clean, especially for precise arpeggios and punchy rhythms.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Winding | double |
| Category | kit | Position | set |
| Instrument | guitar | Color | Black |
| Applications | rock, blues, Hard Rock | Colours | Noir |
| Magnet | Ceramic / Alnico V | ||
| Edition | Limited 50th Anniversary (500 units, black or zebra finish) | Additional Specs | DC Resistance: Neck: 7.60kOhms; Bridge: 14.1kOhms |
| Assembly | Hand-made (Custom Shop), signatures and "50th Anniversary" packaging | ||
Questions frequently asked
Which pickup is mounted at the bridge position in this Seymour Duncan set?
The Duncan Custom is intended for the bridge position. Its ceramic magnet and custom winding deliver precise attack with controlled lows when overdriven.
Is the '59 Model suitable for blues and classic rock?
At the neck, the '59 Model provides a warm and open tone, with a natural dynamic response suited for blues and classic rock styles.
What sound does the combination of Duncan Custom and '59 Model offer?
The combination of the Duncan Custom at the bridge and the '59 Model at the neck covers blues, rock, and hard rock styles. The bridge pickup's upper mids remain prominent to retain definition in the mix.
What are the special features of the 50th Anniversary Custom Shop edition?
This edition features butyrate bobbins, vintage baseplates, and maple spacers. Each set is hand-assembled by the Custom Shop team led by Maricela “MJ” Juarez. Signatures and 50th Anniversary packaging are included.
Is this Seymour Duncan set passive and humbucking?
The electronics are passive and both pickups are humbucker format. The stated finish is black.
