Seymour Duncan SH-18S
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Seymour Duncan
SH-18S - Whole Lotta Humbucker
Product Info
Article Number:
460841
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
SH-18S - Whole Lotta Humbucker
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$346.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SH-18S is a fantastic upgrade for guitars needing a thicker, more aggressive voice without going full high-gain. It’s a great choice for rock, blues-rock, and even some heavier styles where you want a PAF-style tone with extra bite. It's really a versatile set that delivers a lot of character.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan SH-18S - Whole Lotta Humbucker
- Humbucker Pickup Set for Electric Guitar
- Fatter P.A.F. Bridge Tone with more mid-range overtones
- Neck pickup with punchy tone with a lot of low-end heat
- Dual coil
- Alnico V Magnet
- Waxed
- DC resistance (bridge): 8.8 kOhm
- DC resistance (neck): 8.2 kOhm
- Shielded 4-wire connection cable
- Medium-high output
- Colour: black
- Also available separately as single neck and bridge pickups
- Made in USA
*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.
PROS
- • Alnico V magnets deliver a warm, articulate, and powerful tone.
- • Shielded 4-wire connections reduce noise and allow for coil splitting flexibility.
- • Bridge pickup offers a pronounced mid-range presence for cutting through a mix.
- • Waxed construction minimizes microphonic squeaks and enhances sustain.
CONS
- • The higher output might be overwhelming for players seeking a truly vintage, low-output sound.
- • The mid-range emphasis, while beneficial for some, could clash with certain guitars or playing styles.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for budget-conscious guitarists.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge and Neck (Set)
Magnet
Alnico V
Output Level
Medium-high
DC Resistance
Bridge: 8.8 kOhm, Neck: 8.2 kOhm
Spacing
Standard Fender spacing (52.5mm / 2.05 in)
Mounting
4-hole standard
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Frequently Asked Questions
The SH-18S has more midrange and a slightly higher output, offering a more modern, assertive sound compared to the more scooped and vintage '59.
Yes, the 4-wire configuration allows for coil splitting, providing a brighter, more Strat-like single-coil tone when split, expanding versatility.
Generally, yes, but the increased pole piece height might require a slightly taller pickup cavity or a bit of careful routing for optimal string clearance.
