Seymour Duncan SH-5-N - DUNCAN CUSTOM EASEL NICKEL
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A "Custom" That Has Become a Reference for Modern Rock Sounds
The Duncan Custom (model SH-5) is designed to deliver more punch and definition than a vintage humbucker, while maintaining a musical tone that works well both on stage and in the studio. Within the Seymour Duncan range, it stands out as a versatile choice geared towards rock/hard rock, with enough headroom to venture into metal without losing clarity.
Who Is It For, and Which Styles?
Designed for the bridge position, this humbucker guitar pickup suits players seeking tight rhythms, solos that cut through the mix, and excellent response to heavy distortion. It performs well in classic rock, heavy rock, funk, punk, R&B, metal, and drop tuning styles, notably thanks to its controlled lows and precise upper spectrum.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive |
| Category | electric microphone |
| Instrument | guitar |
| Applications | rock, blues |
| Magnet | Ceramic |
| Winding | double |
| Peak | 6 kHz |
| Number of conductors | 4 |
| Position | bridge |
| Resistance | 14.1 KILOHM |
| Color | Grey |
| Colours | Nickel |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Seymour Duncan SH-5-N suitable for rock and metal?
Designed for the bridge position, this ceramic magnet humbucker delivers a strong output level with a resistance of 14.1 kOhm. It targets rock, hard rock, and metal rhythms, including drop tunings.
Can the SH-5-N be coil-split into single coil?
The 4-conductor wiring allows the humbucker to be coil-split. This makes it possible to obtain thinner and more dynamic tones.
What sound does the Duncan Custom offer at the bridge?
Its resonance peak at 6 kHz highlights attack and presence. The lows remain controlled, which enhances the clarity of distorted chords. This setup also helps solos stand out in the mix.
Is the SH-5-N an active pickup?
This model operates with passive electronics and does not require an active circuit.
What is the finish of the Seymour Duncan SH-5-N pickup?
The stated finish is nickel. It is a dual-coil humbucker designed for the bridge position.



