Seymour Duncan SL59-1N WH
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Seymour Duncan
SL59-1N WH
Product Info
Article Number:
166737
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
SL59-1N WH
Category:
Humbuckers in Single-Coil Size
Price:
$144.10
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Little '59 is a clever design—it captures that warm, creamy '59 humbucker vibe but fits perfectly into single-coil routes. It’s a great upgrade for Strats or other guitars wanting vintage character without a full humbucker swap; ideal for blues, rock, and classic country players.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan SL59-1N WH
- Pickup
- For electric guitar
- Model Little '59
- The sound of a '59 humbucker in single coil format
- 4-Conductor cable
- Neck
- or center position
- Colour: White
PROS
- • Delivers classic '59 humbucker warmth in a single-coil format.
- • 4-conductor wiring allows for coil splitting and more tonal options.
- • Alnico 5 magnets provide a balanced, articulate sound with good clarity.
- • Seymour Duncan's renowned build quality ensures reliability and longevity.
CONS
- • Output might be a bit low for modern, high-gain styles.
- • The single-coil size limits its fit to specific guitar models.
- • While versatile, it excels in vintage tones, limiting extreme applications.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck or Center
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
6.5k Ohm
DC Resistance
3.15 Ohm
Mounting
4-Hole
Coil Split
Yes
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Frequently Asked Questions
It retains the core tonal qualities – that warm, slightly compressed character – but with a more focused, single-coil-like clarity and responsiveness.
No, the Alnico 5 magnets and careful voicing prevent muddiness, delivering a clear and articulate neck tone, even with the warmth.
While it shines with vintage tones, it can handle moderate rock; however, it won’t deliver the high-output aggression of a modern humbucker.
