Seymour Duncan SH-1B-Z - 59 MODEL TRESTLE ZEBRA
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Vintage PAF Tone : clear attacks, open mids, and natural sustain for expressive sounds
- Bridge Position : increased presence and definition, ideal for standing out in a mix without harshness
- Alnico V Magnet : balance of warmth, dynamics, and precision, perfect from clean to crunch
- Zebra Finish : classic and contrasting look, with interference-resistant design for a cleaner signal
Manufacturer Information
Seymour Duncan
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A Classic Inspired by Late 1950s Humbuckers
The SH-1B-Z "59 Model" captures the spirit of vintage humbuckers that defined the golden age of electric guitars. Designed to recapture that organic and musical character, it emphasizes transparency, harmonic richness, and a very "guitar-like" response without excessive compression.
For Which Styles and Guitarists?
Comfortable in Country, Jazz, Blues, Funk, Classic Rock, and even Heavy Rock, this bridge pickup is an excellent choice if you want an articulate sound that retains body. In clean tones, it remains defined and balanced; in overdrive, it delivers a singing crunch and great note sustain for leads.
Design and Response: Dynamics, Clarity, and Noise Control
With its Alnico V magnet and 8.13 k resistance, the SH-1B-Z offers a moderate vintage-voiced output, ideal for letting the wood and pick attack speak. Its 1-conductor braided wiring favors a simple and robust installation, while indicating it is not designed for coil splitting. The resonance peak at 6 kHz contributes to a natural presence, useful for maintaining definition at the bridge without a "harsh" sound.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Number of conductors | 1 |
| Category | electric microphone | Position | bridge |
| Instrument | guitar | Resistance | 8.2 KILOHM |
| Magnet | alnico V | Color | Black |
| Winding | double | ||
| Model | Seymour Duncan SH-1B-Z "59 Model" | Peak | 6 kHz |
| Applications | Country, Jazz, Blues, Funk, Classic Rock, and Heavy Rock | Finish | Zebra |
| Split | No | Other | Interference-resistant |
| Active | No | ||
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Questions frequently asked
What sound does the Seymour Duncan SH-1B-Z 59 Model offer at the bridge?
Thanks to the Alnico V magnet and a rated resistance of 8.13 kΩ, this pickup delivers a moderate output with a vintage-inspired tone. At the bridge, the response favors clarity and a singing crunch when overdriven.
Can the SH-1B-Z be coil-split?
The 1-conductor braided wiring is not designed for coil splitting.
For which styles is the 59 Model bridge pickup suited?
Aimed at Country, Jazz, Blues, Funk, Classic Rock, and Heavy Rock styles, this humbucker maintains definition in clean tones. When overdriven, notes have good sustain for lead parts. The Alnico V magnet contributes to a dynamic attack.
What is the output of the SH-1B-Z?
With a resistance of 8.2 kΩ and a resonant peak at 6 kHz, this model features a moderate output approach. This setup promotes a natural presence at the bridge without harshness.
What finish and position does this humbucker have?
Available in Zebra finish, this passive dual-coil pickup is designed for the bridge position. The construction is advertised as interference-resistant.
