Seymour Duncan SH-6b Bridge HU 8Str PM BKC
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Seymour Duncan
SH-6b Bridge HU 8Str PM BKC
Product Info
Article Number:
558265
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
SH-6b Bridge HU 8Str PM BKC
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$185.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SH-6b is a powerhouse pickup designed specifically for 8-string guitars. It's got a raw, aggressive tone with a strong emphasis on high-mids, perfect for djent, metal, and other modern, high-gain genres. If you need serious output and articulation to cut through a complex 8-string arrangement, this is a great choice.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan SH-6b Bridge HU 8Str PM BKC
- Pickup for 8-String Electric Guitar
- Humbucker
- For bridge position
- High output
- Dual coil
- Passive mount
- Powerful high mids for additional cut and grind
- Magnet material: Ceramic
- Wax sealed
- DC resistance: 19.50 kOhm
- Shielded 4-wire connection cable
- Colour: Black
- Made in USA
*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.
PROS
- • Ceramic magnet delivers aggressive, modern high-output tone ideal for extended range.
- • Wax potting minimizes microphonic noise, providing a tighter, more controlled sound.
- • Shielded 4-wire cable ensures minimal hum and interference, crucial for 8-string clarity.
- • Powerful high-mids offer excellent cut and articulation in a dense, 8-string context.
CONS
- • Ceramic magnet can sound somewhat harsh or brittle compared to Alnico options.
- • High output may clash with certain amp/guitar pairings, demanding careful EQ adjustments.
- • Limited versatility; excels in modern genres, less suited for vintage or clean tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Ceramic
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
19.50 kOhm
Spacing
Standard
Mounting
Passive mount
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 8-string version is wound slightly hotter to compensate for the longer scale length and lower string tension, resulting in a more aggressive output.
While it *can* be used clean, its character is really geared towards high-gain applications; you'll likely lose a lot of nuance.
Yes, it's on the higher side, contributing to its high output and characteristic aggressive tone, which might require some amp tweaking.
