Seymour Duncan SH-1N4C '59 Zebra

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Seymour Duncan SH-1N4C '59 Zebra

Seymour Duncan

SH-1N4C '59 Zebra

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Product Info

Article Number: 166061
Model: SH-1N4C '59 Zebra
Price: $163.90

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The SH-1N4C '59 Zebra is a fantastic choice for players chasing that classic PAF humbucker vibe. It's warm, articulate, and really shines with blues, rock, and even some lighter jazz tones. If you’re looking for a smooth, vintage-voiced neck pickup without the extreme output of some modern designs, this is a seriously solid option.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan SH-1N4C '59 Zebra
  • Pickup
  • For electric guitar
  • Humbucker
  • '59 model
  • Colour: Zebra
  • Silky sound in combination with healthy sustain
  • For neck position
PROS
  • • Alnico 5 magnets deliver a warm, creamy vintage tone.
  • • Zebra bobbin design offers a unique aesthetic and slightly hotter output.
  • • Excellent sustain and clarity across the frequency spectrum.
  • • Hand-wound construction ensures consistent quality and nuanced character.
CONS
  • • Can be a bit muddy with heavily distorted, modern high-gain amps.
  • • Neck position only – not ideal for those needing a full set.
  • • Higher DC resistance might require tweaking for some guitar electronics.

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Key Features

Position Neck
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level 9
DC Resistance 8.65kΩ
Spacing 52.5mm / 2.05 in
Mounting 4-Hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's an excellent approximation – Seymour Duncan meticulously studied original PAFs to recreate their tonal characteristics, but it won't be an exact clone due to material variations and manufacturing processes.
It’s best paired with a pickup of similar output; a significant mismatch can create an unbalanced sound. Consider a complementary pickup with an output rating around 8-9 for a balanced tone.
The Zebra bobbin design is purely cosmetic; it doesn't impact the pickup's sonic signature. It's a visual nod to vintage aesthetics.

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