Höfner H514/N4-N Humbucker

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Höfner H514/N4-N Humbucker

Höfner

H514/N4-N Humbucker

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Product Info

Article Number: 468814
Brand: Höfner
Model: H514/N4-N Humbucker
Price: $108.90

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These Höfner H514/N4-N humbuckers are a solid choice if you’re chasing that classic, slightly mellow 60s Höfner vibe – think early Beatles. They're a great upgrade for vintage instruments or a cool way to add some vintage warmth to a modern guitar. Don't expect searing high-gain tones, but for blues, jazz, or clean to slightly overdriven rock, they deliver authentic character.

Product Description

  • Höfner H514/N4-N Humbucker
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Original humbucker
  • For neck position
  • Fits for most Höfner guitars 1962-1967
  • Connections: 4-wire
  • Dimensions: 66 x 31 x 14.5 mm
  • Nickel
PROS
  • • Authentic vintage Höfner tone, capturing the era’s warm, rounded character.
  • • 4-wire design allows for coil-splitting, expanding tonal possibilities.
  • • Nickel construction offers a classic aesthetic and slightly warmer output.
  • • Compact dimensions ensure a snug fit within vintage Höfner guitar cavities.
CONS
  • • Output level is moderate; won't suit players seeking high-gain distortion.
  • • Limited versatility compared to modern, more complex pickup designs.
  • • Nickel finish may be prone to wear and tear with heavy use.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Neck
Magnet Alnico V
Output Level 6.5
DC Resistance 7.8 kOhms
Spacing 52 mm
Mounting 4-Hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

While designed for '62-'67 models, it's worth measuring your guitar's pickup cavity; dimensions can vary slightly between production years.
It's a mid-output Alnico V, providing a balanced tone – not overly hot, but with enough punch to cut through without being harsh.
It allows you to split the coils, effectively turning the humbucker into two single-coil pickups for a brighter, more versatile sound.

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