Seymour Duncan SH-18 Bridge Black
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Seymour Duncan
SH-18 Bridge Black
Product Info
Article Number:
315747
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
SH-18 Bridge Black
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$170.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These SH-18s are a fantastic choice if you're chasing that late '70s British rock tone – think classic AC/DC or early Led Zeppelin. They’ve got a serious bite and a good amount of warmth, and the ability to split them opens up some interesting sonic possibilities. A really solid pickup for a reasonable price.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan SH-18 Bridge Black
- Humbucker
- Bridge position
- Replica of the late '70s wound for JP originals
- Alnico V "sand-cast" magnets
- Cutie pie
- Offers the warmth of the character and intensity of the classic British rock humbucker
- 4 Contact points
- DC resistance (bridge): 8
- 78 kOhm
- Position bridge
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Alnico V magnets deliver a strong, focused high-end response.
- • 4-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting versatility.
- • Wound to replicate a sought-after vintage pickup design.
- • Excellent build quality with a classic Cutie Pie mounting style.
CONS
- • Can be a bit harsh for players seeking a very mellow, warm tone.
- • The 8.78kOhm DC resistance might be too high for some guitar circuits.
- • Limited tonal palette; excels in rock, less so in modern genres.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico V
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
8.78 kOhm
Spacing
42 in
Mounting
Cutie Pie
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Frequently Asked Questions
The SH-18 is generally warmer and more vintage-voiced than the JB, lacking the JB’s aggressive upper-midrange focus.
They can, but the higher DC resistance might require some tweaking of your pots and capacitors to avoid sounding muddy.
Seymour Duncan did their homework; while not a perfect clone, the SH-18 captures the essence and character of those highly-regarded originals remarkably well.
