Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Cream Pickup Set
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11205-25-Crm
Description
Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Cream Pickup Set
The Little '78 Strat Cream set delivers authentic single-coil character in a compact, hum-canceling format that fits standard Stratocaster cavities without modification. These pickups balance vintage warmth with the noise rejection of a humbucker-sized coil, making them ideal for players seeking classic Strat tone without ground hum in electrically noisy environments. The cream-colored bobbins and covers evoke the aesthetic of early Fender designs while the Alnico II magnets provide that sought-after vintage response.
Tone & Output Characteristics
The 27.2 mV bridge and 20.2 mV neck outputs sit comfortably in vintage territory, delivering warm, articulate tones without excessive gain. EQ shaping favors the midrange and bass — with bridge and neck bass rolls at -5.4 and -5.1 respectively — creating a full-bodied, woody response that cuts through without harshness. The treble attenuation (-4.2 bridge, -4.5 neck) smooths the high end while retaining definition, characteristic of well-aged single-coil designs.
Electrical Specifications & Installation
Both pickups employ 4-conductor wiring for flexible coil-splitting and series/parallel wiring options, enabling tonal customization beyond standard three-way switching. DC resistance values of 5.75 kΩ (bridge) and 4.81 kΩ (neck) confirm true vintage impedance characteristics, ensuring proper interaction with your guitar's electronics and amp. As passive devices, these pickups require no batteries or active circuitry.
Key Features
- Magnet Type: Alnico II
- Configuration: Single Coil Size Humbucker
- Output Category: Vintage
- Bridge Output: 27.2 mV
- Neck Output: 20.2 mV
- Bridge DC Resistance: 5.75 kΩ
- Neck DC Resistance: 4.81 kΩ
- Wiring: 4-conductor for series/parallel and split options
- Technology: Passive (no batteries required)
- Bridge EQ — Bass: -5.4, Mid: -7.4, Treble: -4.2
- Neck EQ — Bass: -5.1, Mid: -7.1, Treble: -4.5
- Finish: Cream bobbins and covers
On stage, the Little '78 Strat Cream set captures the essence of '70s Fender tone while solving the single-coil noise problem, making it a direct, no-compromise upgrade for classic Strat players and working musicians who demand reliable, quiet performance in any venue.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Cream set brings authentic '70s Stratocaster warmth and articulation to your rig without the buzz—compact hum-canceling coils fit any standard Strat cavity, no modification needed. Alnico II magnets and carefully voiced EQ deliver full-bodied, woody tone that cuts through live without harshness, ideal for blues, rock, country, and jazz players who want vintage character and road-ready noise rejection. Choose these if you need that classic single-coil feel with professional electrical stability and coil-splitting flexibility for tonal range beyond the standard three-way switch.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these pickups require any modifications to fit my Stratocaster?
No. The Little '78 set uses a compact hum-canceling coil in single-coil size and fits standard Stratocaster cavities without modification—pure drop-in installation.
What makes these different from vintage '70s single coils if they're hum-canceling?
They combine vintage warmth and response (Alnico II magnets, 27.2 mV bridge and 20.2 mV neck output) with hum-canceling technology, so you get authentic tone without ground noise in electrically noisy live or studio environments.
Can I use coil-splitting or other wiring options with these?
Yes. Both pickups feature 4-conductor wiring, enabling coil-splitting, series/parallel switching, and other customization options beyond standard three-way Strat switching.
What genres and playing styles are these suited for?
These pickups excel in blues, rock, country, and jazz—they're voiced for warm, woody tone with articulate midrange and are not recommended for metal or djent styles.
Are these pickups active, and do they need batteries?
No, they are entirely passive with no active circuitry or batteries required—your guitar's electronics and amp handle all tone shaping.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $27 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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