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Seymour Duncan SH-1 N GCOV 4C

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Seymour Duncan SH-1 N GCOV 4C

Seymour Duncan

SH-1 N GCOV 4C

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 182641
Brand: Seymour Duncan
Model: SH-1 N GCOV 4C
Category: Humbucker Pickups
Price: $196.90

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This SH-1 N GCOV 4C is a seriously solid choice if you're chasing that classic '59 humbucker tone but want a little extra refinement. The 4-core wiring cleans up the signal nicely, and the gold cover just looks classy. Perfect for blues, classic rock, and players who want a warm, balanced neck pickup without spending a fortune.

Product Description

Seymour Duncan SH-1 N GCOV 4C, Guitar Pickup, Classic cover 59, Neck position, 4-Core connection wire, Gold cover

PROS
  • • Classic '59 voicing with a modern 4-core upgrade for clarity
  • • Gold cover adds a touch of vintage elegance and improved shielding
  • • Alnico 5 magnet delivers a warm, articulate, and responsive tone
  • • Excellent value for a Seymour Duncan pickup with premium wiring
CONS
  • • Limited versatility; excels in rock/blues, less ideal for extreme genres
  • • May require adjustments for optimal fit in some guitar cavities
  • • Output level might be too low for players seeking high-gain distortion

Product Video

Key Features

Position Neck
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level 8.5k
DC Resistance 7.85 Ohms
Spacing 5/16 in
Mounting Four-Hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

It reduces capacitance, leading to a tighter, more focused tone with less high-frequency roll-off, especially at higher volumes.
While it can handle moderate gain, it's designed for a vintage tone and might sound a bit weak compared to high-output pickups.
The gold plating provides a small additional shielding benefit, but the primary shielding relies on the pickup’s internal components and cavity grounding.

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