Seymour Duncan SH-13 - DIMEBUCKER TRESTLE BLACK
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- High output level and sharp attack : ideal for Metal/Heavy riffs and solos that need to cut through the mix
- Bridge mounting : designed to maximize precision, bite, and punch on an electric guitar
- Ceramic magnet + anti-interference design : tight sound, tight lows, and better noise control
- Splittable thanks to 4-conductor wiring : more versatility by switching from a powerful humbucker to clearer textures
Manufacturer Information
Seymour Duncan
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A signature humbucker crafted for heavy tones
The Seymour Duncan SH-13 "Dimebucker" has established itself as a reference for guitarists seeking an aggressive, precise, and uncompromising humbucker. Designed for Rock, Metal, and Heavy genres, it emphasizes articulation and dynamics while maintaining a comfortable gain reserve for modern distortion.
For which guitarists and guitars?
Intended for the bridge position, this pickup is particularly suited for players who tune low, perform palm mutes and fast alternate picking, or want harmonics that easily "cut through." It pairs very well with Metal-oriented guitars (such as superstrats, single cuts, baritones) and also allows, via the split, to expand the sonic palette for snappier riffs or more open arpeggios.
Sound character and design: precision, presence, and control
With its ceramic magnet, the SH-13 delivers a tight and incisive sound, with a fast response and excellent note definition, even under heavy distortion. Its 16.25 kOhm resistance and 5.1 kHz resonance peak contribute to a very present output, ideal for maintaining clarity in high-gain settings. The 4-conductor wiring facilitates advanced configurations (including splitting) to adapt the pickup to your electronics and playing style, while the anti-interference design helps preserve a cleaner signal both on stage and in the studio.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Number of conductors | 4 |
| Category | electric microphone | Position | bridge |
| Instrument | guitar | Resistance | 16.5 KILOHM |
| Magnet | Ceramic | Color | Black |
| Winding | double | ||
| Model | Seymour Duncan SH-13 "Dimebucker" | Active | No |
| Finish | Black | Peak | 5.1 kHz |
| Applications | Rock, Metal, Heavy | Other | Anti-interference |
| Split | Yes | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Seymour Duncan SH-13 Dimebucker suitable for Metal in the bridge position?
Designed for the bridge position, this passive humbucker targets Rock, Metal, and Heavy tones. Its ceramic magnet provides a tight response under high gain and emphasizes harmonics easily.
Can the Dimebucker SH-13 be coil-split?
The 4-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting. This makes it possible to achieve a brighter sound for arpeggios or other advanced electronics settings.
What is the resistance of the SH-13 pickup?
The stated resistance is 16.5 kOhms, with a resonance peak at 5.1 kHz.
Is the SH-13 suitable for low tunings?
Its design is aimed at low tunings, palm-muted riffs, and fast alternate picking. The fast response of the ceramic magnet helps maintain note definition with a high-gain setting. The dual coil winding also helps reduce interference.
What finish is offered for this bridge pickup?
This model comes in a black finish and adopts a double-coil humbucker format.



