Seymour Duncan SH-55 N GCOV 4C

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Seymour Duncan SH-55 N GCOV 4C

Seymour Duncan

SH-55 N GCOV 4C

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 207392
Model: SH-55 N GCOV 4C
Price: $207.90

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This SH-55 N GCOV is a fantastic choice for players seeking a genuine Seth Lover-inspired humbucker. It nails that warm, articulate vintage tone, and the 4-wire design lets you dial in a single-coil sound when you need it. Ideal for blues, classic rock, and even jazz, it’s a versatile upgrade for any guitar.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan SH-55 N GCOV 4C
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Humbucker
  • Seth Lover model
  • For the neck position
  • 4-Wire connector cable
  • Finish: Gold
PROS
  • • Seth Lover design delivers classic, warm, PAF-era tones
  • • 4-wire construction enables coil-splitting for versatile sounds
  • • Gold finish provides a premium aesthetic and corrosion resistance
  • • Excellent build quality with durable enamel-coated windings
CONS
  • • Neck position can be a bit dark for some modern high-gain styles
  • • Output level might be lower than some hotter pickups on the market
  • • Gold finish shows fingerprints and requires more frequent cleaning

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Key Features

Position Neck
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level 8.5
DC Resistance 7.75kΩ
Spacing 52.5mm (2 1/16 in)
Mounting 4-Hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a very accurate recreation, capturing the core tonal characteristics, though a true vintage Seth Lover will have subtle nuances from age and wear.
Yes, it will, but its lower output might require a bit more gain to achieve a very aggressive tone, and it will retain a more vintage character.
Absolutely; it's a standard 4-conductor wire setup, compatible with most modern wiring harnesses, though some may require a push-pull pot for coil splitting.

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