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Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Lead Pickup For Tele vs Seymour Duncan Humbucker APTL-1 Alinco 2 Pro Lead Pickup For Tele
The STL-3T Quarter Pound is a dual-voice humbucker that combines single-coil character with humbucker body and sustain via coil tapping, while the APTL-1 is a traditional single-coil design with vintage Alnico II voicing. Choose the STL-3T if you want maximum tonal versatility and thicker output; choose the APTL-1 if you prefer classic Telecaster brightness and clarity.
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Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Lead Pickup For Tele
Seymour Duncan Humbucker APTL-1 Alinco 2 Pro Lead Pickup For Tele
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Lead Pickup For Tele | Seymour Duncan Humbucker APTL-1 Alinco 2 Pro Lead Pickup For Tele | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.00 | $99.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Neck | Neck |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Lead Pickup For Tele
- ✓ Dual-voice coil tap adds two distinct tones from one pickup—6.1 kHz snap or 3.5 kHz warmth
- ✓ Thicker humbucker body and sustain compared to single-coil designs
- ✓ Robust 17.38 kΩ full-coil output for hard rock and driven tones
- ✓ Extended treble presence with punchy mids suited to rock and hard rock
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker APTL-1 Alinco 2 Pro Lead Pickup For Tele
- ✓ True single-coil Telecaster character with vintage Alnico II voicing
- ✓ Higher resonant peak at 8.5 kHz delivers cutting brightness ideal for blues and country
- ✓ Lower, more balanced 8.1 kΩ DC resistance responds sensitively to pick dynamics
- ✓ Simpler single-voice design—no switching complexity
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between these two?
The STL-3T is a humbucker that offers thick body with switchable voicing (punchy at 6.1 kHz or warm at 3.5 kHz), while the APTL-1 is a brighter, more transparent single-coil with a 8.5 kHz peak that cuts through the mix. The STL-3T suits rock and hard rock; the APTL-1 excels in blues and country.
Which pickup has more output?
The STL-3T Quarter Pound at full coil generates 17.38 kΩ DC resistance, significantly higher than the APTL-1's 8.1 kΩ, making it better for high-gain and driven tones. The APTL-1's lower output preserves pick dynamics and finger sensitivity.
Do I need to modify my Telecaster to install either?
Both are designed for standard Telecaster bridge position routing with no modification needed. The STL-3T uses a 3-conductor lead for coil-tap wiring, while the APTL-1 is a straightforward single-conductor cloth cable installation.
Which is better for jazz and folk?
Neither is ideal for those genres per the product specs. The APTL-1 would be the closer match due to its clarity and dynamic responsiveness, but both are voiced for rock, blues, and country applications.