Seymour Duncan SH-4BK

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Seymour Duncan SH-4BK

Seymour Duncan

SH-4BK

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 122806
Model: SH-4BK
Price: $148.50

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The SH-4BK is a fantastic choice if you crave that aggressive, articulate bridge humbucker tone. It’s a workhorse pickup – plenty of punch for rock and blues, but still retains a surprising amount of clarity. A great upgrade for guitars lacking that extra bite.

Product Description

Seymour Duncan SH-4BK, Pickup

The SH4 offers the exact sound that many guitarists wish for, especially from the bridge position: high output with many overtones, melodious, and perfect in the middle frequency range - this pickup is justification for the popularity of Seymour Duncan. Make your guitar sing or roar - play as you wish!

*Features:*

, Singing mids with raised output signal, Perfect mixture of sustain and distortion, Particularly suitable for rock and blues, Colour: Black

PROS
  • • Delivers a powerful, singing midrange presence ideal for rock and blues.
  • • Alnico 5 magnet provides a balanced tone with good clarity and sustain.
  • • Higher output than many vintage-style humbuckers, driving amps effectively.
  • • Solid construction and quality materials ensure reliability and longevity.
CONS
  • • May be too aggressive for players seeking a truly vintage, mellow tone.
  • • Limited versatility; shines in rock and blues, less suited for clean jazz.
  • • Can be microphonic if not properly shielded and installed.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level High
DC Resistance 11.45k Ohms
Spacing 5/16 in
Mounting Four-Hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SH-4BK is generally a bit more mid-focused and articulate than the JB, which tends to have a slightly more scooped and aggressive sound.
Absolutely, the higher output handles lower tunings very well without getting muddy, maintaining clarity and definition.
Yes, the SH-4BK’s aggressive bridge tone provides a nice contrast to a single-coil in the neck position, creating a versatile range of sounds.

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