Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Rhythm Pickup For
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Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Rhythm Pickup For Tele (Chrome Cover)
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- 11202-16-T
Description
Seymour Duncan STL-3T Quarter Pound Tapped Rhythm Pickup For Tele (Chrome Cover)
The STL-3T Quarter Pound delivers a thick, articulate rhythm tone with the flexibility of tap-coil switching. This pickup trades the vintage Tele quack for focused midrange presence and punchy attack, giving you substantial output and tonal control in the neck position while maintaining classic Fender character that cuts through a live mix.
Tone & Output
Quarter-inch diameter pole pieces and Alnico V rod magnets generate aggressive midrange definition with a resonant peak at 3.5 kHz (full coil) and 6.1 kHz (tapped), letting you dial in fat, driven rhythm tones for stage power or brighter, more articulate attack for definition in a band setting. The full coil delivers 17.38 kΩ DC resistance for substantial output, while the tapped mode engages at 8 kΩ for a lighter touch when the arrangement calls for it.
Construction & Specifications
Chrome-plated brass cover provides both aesthetic appeal and shielding consistency. The pickup ships with a 3-conductor lead wired for tap functionality and single-conductor PVC cable, ready for direct integration into compatible wiring schemes.
Key Features
- Chrome-plated brass cover
- Quarter-inch diameter pole pieces
- .25" Alnico V rod magnets
- DC Resistance (Tapped): 8 kΩ
- DC Resistance (Full): 17.38 kΩ
- Resonant Peak (Tapped): 6.1 KHz
- Resonant Peak (Full): 3.5 KHz
- Frequency Response (B/M/T EQ): 7 / 5 / 7
- 3-conductor lead for tap-coil switching
- Single-conductor PVC cable included
The STL-3T combines higher output with switchable voicing, making it a dependable rhythm pickup for gigging musicians who need both aggression and tonal range from their Telecaster in a live environment.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan STL-3T Quarter Pound is a high-output Telecaster neck pickup that swaps vintage quack for thick midrange presence and punchy attack, with tap-coil switching to dial in either fat driven tones or brighter articulate response. Built for intermediate to professional players in hard rock, metal, blues, and rock who need a rhythm pickup with real command and tonal flexibility on stage. Choose it if you want aggressive output and presence control without losing classic Fender character—the tap function gives you two voices in one, perfect for covering everything from heavy riffs to cleaner passages.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does tap-coil switching do on this pickup?
The tap function lets you switch between two coil configurations without cutting the cable. Full coil mode delivers 17.38 kΩ resistance and a 3.5 kHz resonant peak for fat, driven tones; tapped mode engages at 8 kΩ with a 6.1 kHz peak for brighter, more articulate attack. Both modes are accessible via a standard 3-conductor switching harness.
Is this pickup suitable for jazz or folk styles?
No. The STL-3T is voiced specifically for hard rock, metal, blues, and rock—it prioritizes thick midrange and aggressive output over the clarity and vintage character preferred in jazz and folk. If you play those genres, a lower-output vintage-voiced neck pickup would be a better fit.
What's included with the STL-3T?
The pickup ships with a 3-conductor lead for tap-coil switching and a single-conductor PVC cable, ready for direct integration into compatible wiring schemes. You'll need a switching harness to access both tap and full-coil modes.
How does the output compare to stock Telecaster pickups?
The STL-3T's full-coil mode delivers 17.38 kΩ DC resistance, significantly higher than most stock Tele neck pickups, providing substantial output and presence. Tapped mode at 8 kΩ still offers above-average output while engaging a brighter resonant peak for more articulate response.
What skill level is this pickup best for?
The STL-3T is rated for intermediate, advanced, and professional players who can take advantage of its output, switching functionality, and tonal control. It requires a compatible wiring scheme with a switching harness to access both modes.
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