Seymour Duncan SH-55B-N - SETH LOVER MODEL EASEL NICKEL
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A "PAF" Signature Pickup in the Spirit of Seth Lover
The SH-55B-N "Seth Lover Model" is designed for guitarists seeking an authentic humbucker tone with a very organic playing feel. Within the Seymour Duncan range, it emphasizes musicality and finesse rather than high output, capturing the vintage sound grain that fully responds to right-hand nuances and guitar volume.
For Which Styles and Guitars?
Perfect in the bridge position for country, jazz, blues, and classic rock, this humbucker delivers clear presence without harshness. It is particularly suited to vintage-style guitars (or any electric guitar where you want to soften bridge brightness) and excels equally on spacious cleans and expressive crunch tones.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Number of conductors | 1 |
| Category | electric microphone | Position | bridge |
| Instrument | guitar | Resistance | 8.3 KILOHM |
| Magnet | alnico II | Color | Grey |
| Winding | double | Colours | Nickel |
Questions frequently asked
Can the Seymour Duncan SH-55B-N be coil-split?
The standard version uses a single braided conductor and does not allow coil-splitting. A Custom Shop 4-conductor option is recommended for coil-splitting wiring.
What tone does this Alnico II bridge humbucker offer?
Thanks to its Alnico II magnet, this pickup delivers smooth highs and rich mids. Its 8.3 kΩ resistance fits a vintage approach with moderate output. The resonance peak is rated at 5.9 kHz.
Is this pickup suitable for blues and classic rock?
Its bridge position and dual-coil design are intended for country, jazz, blues, and classic rock styles.
On which instrument should the SH-55B-N be mounted?
Designed for electric guitar, this model is meant for installation in the bridge position. It can notably soften the brightness of a vintage-character guitar.
What is the finish of the SH-55B-N?
The nickel finish provides a classic aesthetic. The cover is specified in nickel color.



