Seymour Duncan Humbucker STR52-1 Five Two For Tele Rhythm Pickup (Chro
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Seymour Duncan Humbucker STR52-1 Five Two For Tele Rhythm Pickup (Chrome Cover)
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- SKU
- 11202-62
Description
application
Extremely balanced true single-coil pickup developed for Nashville studio players. Recommended for traditional country,country pop,blues,and classic rock.
description
Tele® players often complain that their low strings sound ”mushy” and their high strings are too bright - especially in the bridge position. The Five-Two concept corrects this with Alnico 5 magnets on the three low strings and Alnico 2 magnets on the three high strings. The result is an all-around,extremely well-balanced pickup with traditional output and vintage appointments such as vulcanized fibre bobbins,formvar wire,vintage magnet stagger and waxed cloth hookup cable. Rhythm model comes with chrome plated brass cover.
complete setup
Available for both rhythm and lead positions. Rhythm is RW/RP for hum canceling when using both pickups together.
guitars
For all well-balanced instruments. Works equally well with maple and rosewood fingerboards.
players
Brent Mason,Paul Martin / Oak Ridge Boys,Dean Parks,Michael Fath
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Five-Two is a single-coil Tele pickup that solves the classic problem of muddy lows and piercing highs by pairing Alnico 5 magnets on the bass strings with Alnico 2 on the treble strings. Built for Nashville session players and gigging musicians who need articulate country, blues, and classic rock tones with vintage character and traditional output. Choose this for a balanced, road-ready pickup that plays clean and cuts through live without the typical single-coil shrillness.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Country Pop
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Five-Two design different from a standard Tele pickup?
The Five-Two uses Alnico 5 magnets on the three low strings for warmth and definition, and Alnico 2 magnets on the three high strings for smooth, controlled treble. This corrects the typical single-coil problem of mushy lows and overly bright highs, delivering a well-balanced tone without sacrificing vintage character.
Is this the rhythm or lead version, and what's the difference?
This is the rhythm model, which comes with RW/RP (reverse wound, reverse polarity) winding for hum canceling when both pickups are used together. A lead version is also available if you need a different voicing for the bridge position.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
Designed for country, country pop, blues, and classic rock—especially Nashville studio and live styles. It's not recommended for metal or djent applications, as its warm, balanced character is optimized for traditional tones rather than high-gain contexts.
What vintage features does this pickup include?
The Five-Two features vulcanized fibre bobbins, formvar wire, vintage magnet stagger, a waxed cloth hookup cable, and a chrome plated brass cover—all contributing to authentic vintage tone and construction quality.
Will this work with my Tele and any fingerboard material?
Yes, the Five-Two works with any well-balanced Tele and performs equally well with maple and rosewood fingerboards, making it a versatile drop-in replacement for rhythm position applications.
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