Detail 01
Turn-count winding
Resistance may vary between sets because pickups are wound by number of wire turns.
Product detailSKU #1500000360447
SheptoneRed Headed Stepchild Humbucker Set - 1959 Spec Nickel-Plated Covers
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A hand-built humbucker set voiced just outside the P.A.F. range, with thick, crunchy tone and lots of sustain.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players seeking an over-the-top humbucker sound
- Players wanting thick, crunchy tone with lots of sustain
- Players interested in a Brian Kahanek-designed pickup set
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players seeking a strictly P.A.F.-range tone
- Buyers who require identical DC resistance from every set
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Approx. 9kΩ bridge / 8kΩ neck
These are the stated typical DC resistance values.
Detail 03
1959 Spec
This is the specification designation stated in the product title.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01DC resistance varies from set to set because winding is based on turns of wire.
- 02Typical readings are about 9kΩ at the bridge and 8kΩ at the neck.
- 03The set is supplied with nickel-plated covers.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Who designed the Red Headed Stepchild set?
It was designed alongside tone meister Brian Kahanek.
02What is its stated tonal character?
It is described as thick and crunchy, with lots of sustain, just outside the P.A.F. range of tone.
03What DC resistance should I expect?
Around 9kΩ for the bridge pickup and 8kΩ for the neck pickup; readings may vary by set.
04Why can the resistance vary?
The winding process follows the number of wire turns rather than a fixed resistance target.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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