Detail 01
DC resistance
Sheptone says readings tend to be around 7.8k, but individual pickups can vary.
Product detailSKU #1500000360466
SheptoneVH1 Humbucker Bridge - Black Bobbins
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A hand-built bridge humbucker designed to replicate the rhythm sounds heard on Van Halen’s first album.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players seeking the VH1-inspired rhythm sounds referenced by Sheptone
- Guitars needing a bridge-position humbucker with black bobbins
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need one exact DC-resistance reading
- Guitars needing a pickup for a position other than bridge
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
Hand-built construction
Each pickup is built by hand.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01DC resistance may vary from pickup to pickup because winding is based on turns of wire.
- 02This is the bridge version and has black bobbins.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What sounds is the VH1 designed to replicate?
Sheptone says it is designed to replicate the rhythm sounds from Van Halen’s first album.
02What is the typical DC resistance?
It tends to be around 7.8k, though it may vary between pickups.
03Why can the resistance vary?
The winding process is based on the number of wire turns rather than a fixed DC-resistance target.
04Which position is this pickup for?
It is a bridge-position humbucker.
Reference
Full specifications
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