Seymour Duncan 11102-17-B Custom Guitar Humbucker SH-5 - Black

Seymour Duncan SH-5 "Duncan Custom" model humbucker pickup. Black. A favorite with rock players, this pickup has just the right balance of power, sustain, and distortion. It cuts through with a distinctive high-end and midrange attack. Hard driving but it still retains good clarity for solos. Rated at 14.1k ohms. Four conductor cable for split/phase options. Includes wiring diagram and mounting hardware.

Features:

• Versatile Tone: The Seymour Duncan SH-5 Custom Humbucker delivers a balanced sound with a combination of warm lows, bright mids, and smooth highs, making it suitable for a wide range of genres including rock, metal, and blues.
• High Output: Provides a higher output than traditional humbuckers, making it ideal for heavy distortion, tight rhythm playing, and powerful solos.
• Alnico 5 Magnet: The SH-5 features an Alnico 5 magnet, which provides a smooth, focused sound with a slight midrange boost, offering clarity in both clean and overdriven settings.
• Enhanced Sustain: The pickup’s design enhances sustain and tonal definition, perfect for achieving long, singing leads and crisp, defined riffs.
• Classic Black Finish: Its sleek black cover provides a professional look while maintaining the high-performance qualities Seymour Duncan is known for.

Technical Specifications:

• Pickup Type: Humbucker
• Magnet Type: Alnico 5
• Output: High output, suitable for distortion and overdrive
• DC Resistance: Approximately 14.8 kΩ (bridge position)
• Wiring: 4-conductor wiring for versatility in installation and coil splitting
• Tone: Balanced with warm lows, pronounced mids, and clear highs; versatile enough for a wide range of genres
• Recommended Position: Bridge
• Applications: Rock, metal, blues, hard rock
• Mounting: Standard humbucker size, fits most Gibson-style guitar routes
• Finish: Black cover

This combination of tone, output, and versatility makes the Seymour Duncan SH-5 Custom Humbucker an excellent choice for players seeking an all-around pickup that delivers a clear and powerful sound, whether for rhythm or lead playing.