Seymour Duncan SH-14-G Humbucker / Custom 5 / Custom 5 Bridge Gold

Name: SH-14-G Humbucker / Custom 5 / Custom 5 Bridge Gold
Brand: Seymour Duncan
SKU: 314691
Price: 169.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

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ID : 314691

EAN : 0800315011988

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Information

Essential Information About the Seymour Duncan SH-14-G Custom 5 Bridge Gold Humbucker
• Big rock sound inspired by the "59" spirit, with more power and an immediate groove
• Alnico 5 magnet for a brighter tone, with excellent balance between bass and treble
• Ultra versatile : suitable for many styles and playing dynamics, from heavy riffs to singing leads
• 4-conductor cable to multiply wiring options (split, series, parallel, phase)

SH-14-G Humbucker / Custom 5 / Custom 5 Bridge Gold

169,00 €VAT incl.

0,14 € Ecotax included

Reference price

A Custom Shop Model That Became a Custom Range Classic

Born within the Custom Shop and initially nicknamed " Custom Custom Custom ", the Custom 5 was designed to meet the needs of guitarists who wanted a brighter version of the famous Custom Custom humbucker. The idea is simple: keep the feel of a rock 'n' roll-style pickup, rich and full, while gaining clarity thanks to the Alnico 5. The result: a pickup that has become a reference for those seeking character without losing definition.

For Whom and in Which Playing Contexts

The Seymour Duncan SH-14-G Custom 5 is designed for a bridge position : perfect if you want thick rhythms, firm palm mutes, and solos that cut through the mix without excessive harshness. It excels in rock, hard rock, muscular blues, pop rock, and also adapts well to lower tunings when a solid but clear low end is desired. For a truly balanced guitar, it pairs very well with a neck pickup like the "59" or Jazz to achieve a coherent setup combining warmth, precision, and output level.

The Sound and Design Choices

This humbucker delivers a full sound, with present bass and well-controlled highs, making it very comfortable for alternating pick playing, sharp attacks, and finer nuances at volume. Its Alnico 5 bar magnet provides the clarity and response needed to maintain good chord articulation even as gain increases. The nickel-silver baseplate contributes to a solid and reliable sonic foundation, while the 4-conductor wiring opens the door to modern configurations to customize your tonal palette according to your wiring and electronics.

Technical specifications

Electronics	Passive	Winding	double
Category	electric microphone	Position	bridge
Instrument	guitar	Color	Yellow
Magnet	alnico V

Brand	Seymour Duncan	Finish	Gold
Model	SH-14-G	Baseplate	nickel-silver
Series	Custom 5	Wiring	4-conductor cable for multiple wiring options
Type	humbucker pickup	Made in	Santa Barbara, California

Questions frequently asked

Is the SH-14-G Custom 5 reserved for the bridge position?

Its design is intended for the bridge position. The stated output level and response favor thick rhythms, tight palm mutes, and defined solos.

Can the Custom 5 be wired in different ways?

A 4-conductor cable is integrated into this humbucker. This configuration allows access to several wiring options. The setup then depends on the guitar's wiring and electronics.

What magnet does the Seymour Duncan Custom 5 use?

The Alnico V bar magnet provides the clarity needed to maintain chord articulation when gain increases.

With which neck pickup should a Custom 5 be paired?

Pairing with a Seymour Duncan '59 or Jazz neck pickup is recommended to achieve a coherent set. These references balance the warmth of the neck with the precision of the Custom 5 at the bridge.

Is the SH-14-G suitable for rock and low tunings?

Designed for rock, hard rock, punchy blues, and pop rock, this pickup offers present bass and controlled highs. Its Alnico V magnet helps retain a clear low end in lower tunings.