Seymour Duncan SH-59 Set Vintage Blues BK
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Seymour Duncan
SH-59 Set Vintage Blues BK
Product Info
Article Number:
180923
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
SH-59 Set Vintage Blues BK
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$295.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These SH-59s are a fantastic choice for players chasing that late-’50s PAF vibe. They deliver a warm, articulate tone with a touch of grit, perfect for blues, jazz, and classic rock – think SRV or early Clapton. If you're looking for a premium-priced, authentic vintage humbucker experience without the top-tier price tag, these are a solid bet.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan SH-59 Set Vintage Blues BK
- Pickup Set
- "Vintage Blues"
- Two calibrated SH1 '59 model pickups
- For neck and bridge positions
- Based on vintage PAF humbuckers of the late '50s
- 2-Wire
- Perfect for blues
- jazz and classic rock
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • SH-59 design captures classic PAF humbucker warmth and character.
- • Two calibrated SH1 ’59 pickups ensure balanced volume between neck and bridge.
- • 2-wire winding provides a more vintage, nuanced tone response.
- • Black plastic bobbins contribute to a slightly tighter, focused sound.
CONS
- • Output isn’t high-gain, limiting modern high-gain genres.
- • May lack the extreme clarity of more modern, overwound pickups.
- • The vintage-style wiring can require a bit more tweaking for optimal results.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck and Bridge
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
8.5
DC Resistance
Neck: 7.72kΩ, Bridge: 8.28kΩ
Spacing
4-hole mounting pattern, 53.5mm (2.1 in) spacing
Mounting
4-hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
They're designed to emulate PAFs, but vintage originals have inherent quirks. The SH-59s offer consistency and a controlled version of that classic tone.
While versatile, their lower output makes them less ideal for extreme high-gain styles; they’ll lose some of their character and may sound muddy.
No, these are not potted, which allows for more string resonance and a more open, airy tone, but can also be more susceptible to microphonic noise.
