Seymour Duncan SH-55b Seth Lover Bridge H Ni

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Seymour Duncan SH-55b Seth Lover Bridge H Ni

Seymour Duncan

SH-55b Seth Lover Bridge H Ni

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 557767
Model: SH-55b Seth Lover Bridge H Ni
Price: $192.50

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The SH-55b is a seriously well-voiced pickup – a fantastic recreation of a classic Seth Lover design. It’s got that creamy, vintage tone with a surprising amount of clarity. If you're chasing a warm, articulate bridge tone for blues, rock, or even country, this is an excellent, affordable choice.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan SH-55b Seth Lover Bridge H Ni
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Humbucker
  • For bridge position
  • Medium output
  • Dual Coil
  • Warm
  • open tone with the right amount of low end and a smooth but defined top end
  • Magnet material: Alnico II
  • Wax sealed
  • DC resistance: 8.30 kOhm
  • 1-Core connection cable with braided shielding
  • Colour: Nickel
  • Made in USA

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Alnico II magnet delivers a classic, warm, and articulate tone characteristic of '59 era pickups.
  • • Wax potting effectively reduces unwanted microphonic noise and adds sustain.
  • • 8.30 kOhm DC resistance provides a balanced output suitable for a wide range of amps.
  • • Nickel-plated construction offers a vintage aesthetic and excellent corrosion resistance.
CONS
  • • Output is medium, lacking the high-gain punch favored by modern metal or heavily distorted genres.
  • • Alnico II magnets can sound slightly 'soft' compared to hotter ceramic alternatives.
  • • The nickel finish, while aesthetically pleasing, is susceptible to fingerprints and requires more cleaning.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico II
Output Level Medium
DC Resistance 8.30 kOhm
Spacing 4-hole standard spacing
Mounting 4-hole

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Frequently Asked Questions

Seymour Duncan meticulously analyzed vintage specs, but subtle differences in materials and manufacturing will exist. It's an exceptional recreation, capturing the essence of the original.
Yes, the balanced output will help maintain tonal equilibrium. It's designed to be a versatile bridge pickup that complements various neck configurations.
The wax potting helps mitigate that potential brittleness by damping vibrations. You’ll get the warmth of Alnico II without excessive high-end harshness.

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