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Seymour Duncan Humbucker STK-T3B Vintage Lead Stack For Tele vs Seymour Duncan Humbucker SLS-1-RwRp Lipstick Tube For Strat Middle Pickup

The STK-T3B is a split/full humbucker stack built for Telecaster bridge position with upper-midrange articulation and switchable output, while the SLS-1-RwRp is a reverse-wound single-coil lipstick tube designed for Stratocaster middle position with hum-canceling RWRP configuration. Choose the STK-T3B if you play Tele and want lead clarity with tonal flexibility; choose the SLS-1-RwRp if you need a drop-in Strat middle pickup that cancels hum and adds vintage warmth.

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Seymour Duncan Humbucker STK-T3B Vintage Lead Stack For Tele

$115.00
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Seymour Duncan Humbucker SLS-1-RwRp Lipstick Tube For Strat Middle Pickup

$115.00
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Specs side by side

Seymour Duncan Humbucker STK-T3B Vintage Lead Stack For TeleSeymour Duncan Humbucker SLS-1-RwRp Lipstick Tube For Strat Middle Pickup
Price$115.00$115.00
BrandSeymour DuncanSeymour Duncan
Pickup TypeBridgeMiddle
ConditionNewNew

Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker STK-T3B Vintage Lead Stack For Tele

  • Split/full switchable configuration offers 9k or 18k ohms of output flexibility
  • 7.5 kHz resonant peak emphasizes articulation and cut for lead work
  • Alnico V magnet provides extended dynamic response and natural breakup
  • Purpose-built for Telecaster bridge position

Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker SLS-1-RwRp Lipstick Tube For Strat Middle Pickup

  • RWRP configuration delivers hum cancellation when paired with standard single-coils
  • Drop-in Strat middle-position installation requires no modification
  • Alnico 6 magnet delivers warm, focused vintage character
  • Lipstick tube aesthetic matches classic Strat aesthetics
Bottom line: Buy the STK-T3B if you have a Telecaster and want a versatile lead pickup with switchable output and mid-forward character. Buy the SLS-1-RwRp if you have a Stratocaster and need a hum-canceling middle-position upgrade that preserves single-coil clarity with vintage tone.

Frequently asked questions

Which pickup is better for blues lead work?

Both suit blues, but they serve different guitars. The STK-T3B excels in Tele bridge position with its 7.5 kHz peak and natural breakup at moderate volumes. The SLS-1-RwRp is designed for Strat middle position and prioritizes hum-free clarity. Choose based on your guitar, not tone preference alone.

Can I use the SLS-1-RwRp in positions other than middle?

The SLS-1-RwRp is specifically designed for Strat middle position with RWRP configuration for hum cancellation paired with standard pickups. Using it in bridge or neck position would eliminate the hum-canceling benefit and alter intended voicing.

What is the output difference between these pickups?

The STK-T3B operates at 9k ohms in split mode and 18k ohms in full mode. The SLS-1-RwRp is a passive single-coil with lower output typical of vintage lipstick tube designs, focused on clarity rather than driven output.

Do both pickups reduce feedback and noise?

Yes. The STK-T3B uses wax potting to eliminate microphonic feedback. The SLS-1-RwRp uses feedback-reducing vacuum wax potting plus RWRP configuration for natural hum cancellation when paired with standard single-coils in other positions.

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