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Seymour Duncan SA-3HC Woody HCTM Hum-Canceling Acoustic Pickup vs Seymour Duncan STC-2C-BO Blackouts Tone Circuits Concentric Pot Pickup
The SA-3HC is a passive soundhole pickup for acoustic guitars needing amplification without modification, while the STC-2C-BO is an active tone-control circuit for electric guitars already running Blackouts pickups. Choose the SA-3HC if you play acoustic; choose the STC-2C-BO if you play electric and already own or plan to install Blackouts active pickups.
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Seymour Duncan SA-3HC Woody HCTM Hum-Canceling Acoustic Pickup
Seymour Duncan STC-2C-BO Blackouts Tone Circuits Concentric Pot Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SA-3HC Woody HCTM Hum-Canceling Acoustic Pickup | Seymour Duncan STC-2C-BO Blackouts Tone Circuits Concentric Pot Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.00 | $79.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Series | Seymour Duncan Acoustic Pickups | Seymour Duncan Electronics & Wiring |
| Pickup Type | Any Position | Any Position |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SA-3HC Woody HCTM Hum-Canceling Acoustic Pickup
- ✓ Zero guitar modification—mounts invisibly in soundhole and removes cleanly
- ✓ Hum-canceling design eliminates AC noise on stage or in studios
- ✓ Passive system requires no batteries or power supply
- ✓ Warm, compressed tone ideal for live acoustic performance
Why choose Seymour Duncan STC-2C-BO Blackouts Tone Circuits Concentric Pot Pickup
- ✓ Compact concentric pot saves control-cavity space on crowded electric guitars
- ✓ Precise dual-function EQ shaping via single stacked control
- ✓ Seamless integration with Seymour Duncan Blackouts active ecosystem
- ✓ Professional-grade wiring and connectors for reliability
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the SA-3HC on an electric guitar?
No. The SA-3HC is designed specifically for acoustic guitars with standard soundholes (3.75–4.0 inches). Electric guitars do not have soundholes and require different pickup types.
Does the STC-2C-BO work with any pickup system?
No. The STC-2C-BO is built specifically for Seymour Duncan Blackouts active pickup systems and requires an active circuit power supply to operate.
Which is better for gigging?
Both suit gigging, but in different contexts: the SA-3HC excels for acoustic performers needing feedback-free amplification; the STC-2C-BO serves electric players with Blackouts pickups who need refined tone shaping on stage.
Do either require modification to my guitar?
The SA-3HC requires zero modification—it sits in your soundhole and removes cleanly. The STC-2C-BO requires installation in your control cavity if you do not already have a concentric pot there, which may involve routing or rewiring depending on your guitar's current layout.