Seymour Duncan SH-1B '59 Model Humbucker Pickup Bridge - Nickel

The SH‑1B ’59 faithfully recreates the classic late‑1950s PAF humbucker sound—warm, airy, with a touch of mid-scoop—while offering a brighter top end and slight compression suited for modern playing.

Premium Materials & Construction

• Magnet: Alnico 5 bar magnet delivers that sweet vintage tone with tight low end and articulate highs.

• Coil & Plate: Wound with 42 AWG plain-enamel wire on a nickel-silver bottom plate—classic specs echoing the originals.

• Cover & Lead: Nickel-plated cover offers a smoother tonal response; equipped with vintage braided shield lead (1 or 4‑conductor options) for flexible wiring.

Rugged Yet Resonant Build
Vacuum wax-potted to eliminate microphonic feedback—ideal for louder amps—while retaining authentic PAF bloom. Built using the Leesona 102 winding machine originally from the Gibson Kalamazoo factory, merging nostalgia with precise consistency.

Sound & Performance Highlights

• Bridge position magic: Full-bodied lows, a scooped midrange that keeps chord voicings clear, and a crisp, singing treble attack.

• Tone versatility: Excellent for rock, blues, jazz, and even higher-gain styles, thanks to its clean articulation under distortion.

• Coil-splitting ready: Four-conductor versions offer single-coil tones—bright, defined, and clear.

Specs

SH‑1B ’59 Bridge (Nickel)

1. Classic tone, modern edge: Vintage PAF warmth with improved treble clarity and note separation .

2. Ready for today’s stage: Vacuum potting prevents feedback—even at high volumes .

3. Wiring flexibility: Go from thick humbucker grind to clean single-coil shimmer with 4‑conductor versions .

4. Nickel cover aesthetic: Sleek and timeless—great match for vintage and modern guitar finishes alike.

5. Proven performer: Endorsed by players for its clarity, sustain, and expressive response .

If you’re after that sweet, PAF-style richness in the bridge spot—but with clarity, punch, and modern reliability—the Seymour Duncan SH‑1B ’59 Model Humbucker (Nickel) is a classic choice that genuinely delivers.