Seymour Duncan SH-PG1b Pearly Gates Bridge BL
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Seymour Duncan
SH-PG1b Pearly Gates Bridge BL
Product Info
Article Number:
129880
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
SH-PG1b Pearly Gates Bridge BL
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$174.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Pearly Gates bridge pickup is a seriously cool choice if you’re chasing that raw, overdriven ZZ Top vibe. It’s got a great upper-midrange sizzle and a surprisingly vocal character, perfect for blues, classic rock, and anything needing a little grit. It’s a well-built, affordable option for players wanting a specific, powerful tone.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan SHPG1B BLK
- Pickup for Electric Guitar
- Pearly Gates model
- Humbucker
- For bridge position
- 4-Wire connector cable
- Texas attitude with sizzle in the upper frequency range
- Rough
- overtone-rich sound with lots of sustain
- The sound of ZZ Top
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Alnico V magnet delivers that classic, singing sustain.
- • 4-wire design allows for coil-splitting versatility.
- • Pearly Gates voicing nails that Texas blues/rock tone.
- • Robust construction with quality windings ensures long-term reliability.
CONS
- • High output can be overwhelming for vintage-style amps.
- • Limited tonal flexibility compared to more modern pickup designs.
- • Black finish might not suit all guitar aesthetics.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico V
Output Level
9.5
DC Resistance
16.25kΩ
Spacing
52.5mm / 2.05 in
Mounting
Four-Hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Pearly Gates is warmer and less aggressive than a JB, with more emphasis on the midrange and a smoother high-end.
Absolutely, but be prepared for a significant output jump; it will add a lot of drive and clarity.
Yes, the 4-wire design allows for a usable coil-split, producing a brighter, more Strat-like tone – a nice contrast to its full-humbucker voice.
