The Seymour Duncan SH-1N '59 Model is a vintage–output humbucker designed for the neck position, recreating the warm, articulate character of late–1950s Patent Applied For pickups with modern manufacturing consistency. DC resistance measures 7.6k, producing an open, detailed midrange and sweet treble response that favours classic rock and blues tones. This USA–made pickup ships with a black cover and uses Alnico 5 magnets for enhanced clarity and dynamic response.
Construction centres on authentic P.A.F.–inspired voicing, with the 7.6k DCR providing lower output than modern high–gain humbuckers while maintaining rich harmonic content and touch sensitivity. Alnico 5 magnets deliver focused low end and articulate highs compared to softer Alnico 2 alternatives. Available cable options include single–conductor braided shield or four–conductor shielded wiring, allowing coil–splitting and phase–reversal configurations when wired appropriately. The passive design requires no batteries or preamp circuitry.
Features
- Vintage–output humbucker designed for neck position mounting
- DC resistance of 7.6k for warm, open tonal response
- Alnico 5 bar magnets for clarity and dynamic articulation
- Black metal cover included with the pickup
- Choice of 1–conductor braided shield or 4–conductor shielded cable
- Passive magnetic design with no battery or preamp required
- Designed and manufactured in the United States
- Classic P.A.F. tone with modern construction quality and consistency



