Seymour Duncan SH-1B4C BLK

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Seymour Duncan SH-1B4C BLK

Seymour Duncan

SH-1B4C BLK

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 155034
Model: SH-1B4C BLK
Price: $159.50

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The SH-1B4C is a fantastic choice for guitarists chasing that vintage, Seth Lover PAF humbucker vibe. It's warm, articulate, and sings beautifully – perfect for blues, classic rock, and anything needing that authentic, balanced tone. A seriously classy pickup that won't break the bank.

Product Description

Seymour Duncan SH-1B4C BLK, Humbucker

The Seymour Duncan SH1 is one of the most popular replacement pickups ever and way ahead of the rest when it comes to reproducing the legendary, balanced sound of the legendary PAF humbuckers of Seth Lover. (The pickups get their name from the "patent applied for" sticker on their underside.) For many guitarists this pickup is still the best: it is not a screamer - is much too classy for that - ​​but it can sing like no other pickup. The most selective of musical enthusiasts would award the SH1 a touch more authenticity than many competitors, but only an AB comparison (very complex with pickups) could bring any clarification, and even then certain judgments remain a simple matter of taste. In any case, this is a hot favourite!

The SH 1 B4C is particularly suitable for the bridge position, but combined with a hotter bridge pickup, it is also a great choice for the neck position! There are 4 connection cables for further circuit variants.

, Original P.A.F. replica, Bridge position, Warm tone with great sustain, 4-Conductor lead wire, Colour: Black

PROS
  • • Authentic PAF voicing delivers a balanced, classic humbucker tone.
  • • Alnico 4 magnet provides a warm, articulate midrange response.
  • • Excellent clarity and note definition across the entire frequency spectrum.
  • • Seymour Duncan’s proven build quality ensures long-lasting reliability.
CONS
  • • Lacks the high-output aggression favored by modern rock and metal players.
  • • Can sound slightly muddy with very high-gain amplifiers and pedals.
  • • Not ideal for players seeking a bright, scooped-mid sound.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico 4
Output Level 8.5
DC Resistance 8.62k Ohms
Spacing 52.5mm / 2.05 in
Mounting Four-Hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

While many Alnico 4 pickups aim for a vintage tone, the SH-1B4C's voicing is exceptionally balanced and clear, often considered more accurate to early PAF designs.
It handles drop tunings reasonably well, but its lower output might feel a little thin in extremely low tunings – best suited for standard or slightly dropped tunings.
The SH-1B4C sounds particularly good in mahogany or alder bodies, as they complement its warm and balanced character.

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