Seymour Duncan SH-PG1B-Z - PEARLY GATES TRESTLE ZEBRA
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Warm and lively vintage tone : ideal for expressive rhythms and solos that "sing" in Blues, Classic Rock, Southern Rock, Jam, and Hard Rock.
- Bridge position : precise attack, present mids, and great dynamics to cut through the mix without harshness.
- Alnico II magnet : softer feel, natural compression, and musical sustain, perfect for recapturing an "old school" vibe under the fingers.
- Splittable (4-conductor) : switch from a thick humbucker sound to clearer, snappier tones via appropriate wiring.
Manufacturer Information
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A humbucker with vintage character, crafted for roots rock
The Pearly Gates Bridge is designed for those seeking a humbucker with vintage DNA, offering extra bite and presence in the upper mids. It maintains excellent playing sensitivity: it finely responds to attack variations, guitar volume, and pick choice, making it especially inspiring for bluesy licks, classic rock riffs, and well-articulated leads.
Intended use and guitar type
In the bridge position, this SH-PG1B-Z is an excellent choice for single-cut or double-cut style guitars oriented towards rock, whenever you want a rich, defined, and dynamic sound without going into ultra-high output territory. It also works very well in versatile setups thanks to the split function: both live and in the studio, you can expand your tonal palette by alternating between humbucker power and single-coil clarity, while maintaining a coherent sonic identity.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Peak | 6.5 kHz |
| Category | electric microphone | Number of conductors | 4 |
| Instrument | guitar | Position | bridge |
| Applications | blues | Resistance | 8.35 KILOHM |
| Magnet | alnico II | Color | Black |
| Winding | double | ||
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Questions frequently asked
What sound does the Seymour Duncan SH-PG1B-Z Pearly Gates offer in the bridge position?
Its Alnico II magnet produces smooth highs, tight lows, and expressive mids. The peak at 6.5 kHz adds bite in the upper midrange, suited for classic rock riffs and articulate leads.
Can the Pearly Gates Bridge be coil-split?
The 4-conductor wiring allows coil splitting. Series-parallel and phase reversal configurations are also possible depending on the guitar's electronics.
Is this pickup suitable for a Les Paul or a single-cut guitar?
This model is designed for the bridge position and fits single-cut or double-cut guitars oriented towards rock. Its 8.35 kΩ resistance places it in a dynamic range without an ultra-high output level.
What is the finish of the Pearly Gates Zebra pickup?
The Zebra finish combines one black coil and one cream coil, in a vintage or hot-rodded style.
Does the Pearly Gates humbucker reduce noise?
Its dual-coil design includes a noise-cancelling feature to limit unwanted interference. The passive electronics maintain sensitivity to picking dynamics and guitar volume control adjustments.
