Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat White Pickup Set
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11205-25-W
Wiring: ships from Seymour Duncan with a 4-conductor lead (coil splitting and phase switching ready).
Description
Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat White Pickup Set
The Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat White set delivers the articulate, vintage-voiced single-coil character that cuts through a live mix with refined clarity across all three positions. These pickups nail the detailed midrange and controlled brightness of classic '70s Stratocasters—the tone that sits right in a band context without the noise or harshness that can muddy a stage performance.
Tone & Characteristics
Built around Alnico 5 magnets with carefully voiced coil geometry, the Little '78 set produces balanced output across neck, middle, and bridge positions. The bridge pickup's 11.5k Ohm DC resistance and neck pickup's 4.81 kΩ resistance establish a natural tonal progression that responds cleanly to both single-note lines and full chords, with the middle pickup rounding out the classic Strat voicing.
Wiring & Installation
4-conductor shielded wiring on all three pickups provides flexibility for coil-splitting or other modification options, while the passive design integrates seamlessly into standard Stratocaster electronics without requiring additional power or active circuitry. The 4-conductor cable construction ensures proper signal transmission and allows experienced techs to experiment with various wiring configurations.
Key Features
- Magnet Type: Alnico 5 (bridge); A2 (neck)
- Bridge Pickup DC Resistance: 11.5k Ohm
- Neck Pickup DC Resistance: 4.81 kΩ
- 4-conductor shielded wiring on all three pickups
- 4-conductor cable design for flexible wiring options
- Passive configuration — no battery or active electronics required
- Bass EQ setting: 5.1
- Midrange EQ setting: 7.1
- Treble EQ setting: 4.5
- Complete three-pickup set configured for standard Stratocaster routing
- Vintage-voiced tone suited to blues, classic rock, and traditional styles
- White finish matches period-correct Stratocaster aesthetics
This complete set drops into your Strat with no surprises, delivering authentic single-coil tone that holds up night after night on stage and stays reliable through a touring schedule.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat White set delivers articulate, vintage-voiced single-coil tone with refined clarity and controlled brightness—no noise or harshness. Built on Alnico magnets with balanced output across all three positions, these pickups respond cleanly to both single-note lines and full chords, ideal for blues, classic rock, and country players who want authentic '70s Stratocaster character. 4-conductor shielded wiring and passive design drop straight into standard Strat routing, making them a reliable, road-ready choice for gigging musicians and tone-focused collectors.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Blues, Classic Rock, Country, Folk |
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| Tonal character | Articulate single-coil character, vintage-voiced, refined clarity, balanced midrange, controlled brightness |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles are these pickups designed for?
The Little '78 set excels in blues, classic rock, country, and folk. They're voiced for articulate single-note lines and full chords with refined clarity, making them ideal for traditional and vintage-inspired styles—not recommended for metal or djent.
Can I modify these pickups for coil-splitting or other wiring options?
Yes. All three pickups feature 4-conductor shielded wiring that provides flexibility for coil-splitting and other modifications, allowing experienced technicians to experiment with various configurations while maintaining the passive design.
What's the difference between the neck and bridge pickup?
The bridge pickup uses Alnico 5 magnets with 11.5k Ohm resistance for articulate high-end response, while the neck pickup uses A2 magnets with 4.81 kΩ resistance for warmer, fuller tone. This establishes a natural tonal progression across all three positions.
Do these pickups require a battery or active electronics?
No. The Little '78 set is fully passive and integrates seamlessly into standard Stratocaster electronics without any additional power or active circuitry needed.
Will these pickups fit my Stratocaster?
Yes. This is a complete three-pickup set configured for standard Stratocaster routing and wiring, dropping straight into any stock Strat body without modification.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $27 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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