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Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Lead Pickup For Tele vs Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL52-RwRp Five-Two Middle Pickup
The STL-3T is a bridge-position humbucker for Telecasters with dual voices and punchy output, while the SSL52-RwRp is a hum-canceling middle-position single-coil for Stratocasters with vintage clarity. Choose the STL-3T if you play Tele and need rock/blues punch with tonal switching; choose the SSL52-RwRp if you own a Strat and want hum-free middle-position versatility.
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Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Lead Pickup For Tele
Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL52-RwRp Five-Two Middle Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Lead Pickup For Tele | Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL52-RwRp Five-Two Middle Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.00 | $99.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Neck | Middle |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Lead Pickup For Tele
- ✓ Dual-voice tapped design switches between snappy (6.1 kHz) and warm (3.5 kHz) tones from one pickup
- ✓ Robust 17.38 kΩ full-coil output delivers serious sustain and body for hard rock and blues
- ✓ Fits standard Telecaster bridge cavities with minimal installation hassle
- ✓ Punchy mids and extended treble engineered specifically for Tele bridge character
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL52-RwRp Five-Two Middle Pickup
- ✓ Reverse-wound/reverse-polarity design eliminates 60-cycle hum in positions 2 and 4 without humbucker footprint
- ✓ Split magnet configuration (Alnico V and II) balances output across all six strings
- ✓ Articulate 8.2 kHz resonant peak delivers vintage Strat clarity for blues, rock, and indie
- ✓ Moderate 6.7 kΩ output keeps middle-position definition sharp in rhythm and lead
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar do these fit?
The STL-3T is engineered for Telecaster bridge position only. The SSL52-RwRp is a Stratocaster middle-position pickup and will not fit a Tele bridge cavity.
Does one work better for blues?
Both excel at blues, but in different ways. The STL-3T delivers thicker sustain and dual-voice flexibility for Tele blues rock. The SSL52-RwRp offers cleaner, more articulate vintage Strat tone for traditional and modern blues.
Which has higher output?
The STL-3T's full coil reaches 17.38 kΩ for substantial drive; the tapped voice is 8 kΩ. The SSL52-RwRp's 6.7 kΩ is more moderate, prioritizing clarity over sheer volume.
What's the main design difference?
The STL-3T is a humbucker with tapped coil switching for two distinct voices. The SSL52-RwRp is a single-coil with reverse-wound/reverse-polarity windings to cancel hum while staying single-coil sounding.