The Seymour Duncan Distortion Active Mount Humbucker is a high-output passive pickup engineered specifically for 8-string extended-range guitars in bridge position. Originally released as the SH-6, this legendary humbucker combines ceramic magnets with a 22.1k DCR output to produce tight, aggressive low-end response and cutting treble presence. Designed and manufactured in the USA, the pickup uses four-conductor shielded cable for maximum wiring flexibility and noise rejection in high-gain applications.
The ceramic magnet construction provides the magnetic force needed to maintain clarity across all eight strings, while the 22.1k DC resistance rating ensures aggressive attack and compressed sustain under heavy distortion. Active mount configuration allows drop-in installation into guitar systems originally routed for active electronics, providing passive tone with modern routing compatibility. The four-conductor shielded cable enables series, parallel, or split-coil wiring options when combined with push-pull potentiometers or toggle switches, giving players tonal flexibility beyond standard two-wire designs.
Features
- Passive humbucker designed for 8-string bridge position with active routing
- 22.1k DC resistance for high output and sustained harmonic content
- Ceramic magnet provides tight low-end response and enhanced treble clarity
- Four-conductor shielded cable enables series, parallel, and split-coil wiring configurations
- Active mount housing fits guitars routed for active pickup systems
- Black finish matches modern extended-range guitar aesthetics
- Designed and manufactured in the USA with quality-controlled components
- Compatible with rock, metal, and high-gain extended-range playing styles



