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Seymour Duncan STK-P1n P90 Soapbar Stack Cream Pickup vs Seymour Duncan STK-P1b P90 Soapbar Stack Cream Pickup
The STK-P1n is a neck-position pickup optimized for warm, vintage P90 tone with dual Alnico 5 magnets, while the STK-P1b is a bridge-position hum-canceling design with stacked coils and medium output. Choose the STK-P1n for authentic vintage character in neck position; choose the STK-P1b for a bridge pickup that balances classic P90 warmth with hum-free performance.
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Seymour Duncan STK-P1n P90 Soapbar Stack Cream Pickup
Seymour Duncan STK-P1b P90 Soapbar Stack Cream Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan STK-P1n P90 Soapbar Stack Cream Pickup | Seymour Duncan STK-P1b P90 Soapbar Stack Cream Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan STK-P1n P90 Soapbar Stack Cream Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position voicing designed for smooth low-end and articulate midrange
- ✓ Dual Alnico 5 magnets for classic vintage P90 character
- ✓ Versatile 4-conductor wiring supports series, parallel, or split configurations
Why choose Seymour Duncan STK-P1b P90 Soapbar Stack Cream Pickup
- ✓ Bridge-position pickup with stacked-coil hum cancellation
- ✓ Medium output (31.6k ohms) sits naturally in mix for clean and driven tones
- ✓ Preserves P90 midrange punch and harmonic complexity without 60-cycle hum
Frequently asked questions
What's the main difference between these two pickups?
Position and hum management. The STK-P1n is a neck pickup with dual Alnico 5 magnets for warm vintage tone, while the STK-P1b is a bridge pickup with stacked coils that cancel 60-cycle hum. They're designed as a complementary pair or individual upgrades depending on your needs.
Can I use both pickups together in the same guitar?
Yes. The STK-P1n (neck) and STK-P1b (bridge) are positioned differently and both feature 4-conductor lead wires for flexible wiring configurations, making them compatible in the same instrument for a complete P90 stack setup.
Which one is better for recording or quiet playing?
The STK-P1b is better for recording and noise-sensitive situations because its stacked-coil design eliminates 60-cycle hum while maintaining P90 character. The STK-P1n relies on dual Alnico 5 magnets and wax potting for microphonic control but does not have hum cancellation.
Do these pickups work for genres other than blues and rock?
Both are marketed for blues, rock, jazz, and indie applications. Neither is recommended for metal or thrash metal. The STK-P1b explicitly suits home recording, making it versatile for singer-songwriter and indie contexts where hum rejection matters.