Seymour Duncan Scooped Strat Bridge Black Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11201-14-B
Description
Seymour Duncan Scooped Strat Bridge Black Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Scooped Strat Bridge is engineered for players who want that articulate, cutting bridge tone—scooped mids paired with bright, defined highs that sit perfectly in a live mix. The slightly elevated pole height maintains clarity and string separation even when pushed hard through a stage amp, making this pickup reliable for both vintage-voiced setups and modern rigs that demand classic Strat character and punch.
Tone & Magnetic Design
Alnico V rod magnets deliver the snap and articulation that cuts through a band mix without getting lost, while the underwound construction preserves your touch dynamics and keeps the signal clean without the dull buildup that heavier winds can introduce. The scooped midrange profile lets your attack come through clearly, ideal for players who need that iconic single-coil shimmer with responsive feel under the fingers.
Construction & Wiring
Wired with single-conductor cloth-covered cable for noise rejection and period-correct installation, this pickup drops straight into any Stratocaster bridge position without modification. Solid construction built for reliable gigging and the road.
Key Features
- Magnet: Alnico V Rods
- DC Resistance (Bridge): 7.23k
- Cable: Single Conductor cloth
- Design: Underwound 50's style pickups
- Pole Height: Slightly elevated for enhanced clarity
- Position: Bridge
- Finish: Black
- Magnet Configuration: Rod magnets for articulate response
- Output Characteristic: Balanced dynamic sensitivity
- Tone Profile: Scooped midrange with bright highs
The Scooped Strat Bridge pairs vintage tonal character with stage-ready reliability, delivering the focused, singing quality that has anchored great Stratocaster tones live and in the studio for decades.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Scooped Strat Bridge is a classic-voiced single-coil pickup that delivers the iconic scooped midrange and articulate shimmer of a '50s Stratocaster, with slightly elevated pole height for cut and clarity in the bridge position. Built with Alnico V magnets and underwound for dynamic touch sensitivity, it excels in blues, rock, and vintage-toned rigs without the mud that comes from overwound designs. Drop-in compatible with any standard Strat bridge, it's ideal for players restoring vintage instruments or building modern guitars that demand authentic single-coil character and sustain.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Vintage-voiced rigs
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this pickup different from a standard overwound Strat bridge pickup?
The Scooped Strat Bridge uses underwound construction with Alnico V rod magnets, which preserves dynamic touch sensitivity and prevents the muddy buildup common in overwound designs. The slightly elevated pole height adds clarity and separation in the bridge position while maintaining the iconic single-coil shimmer.
Will this pickup work in my Stratocaster without modification?
Yes. The pickup features standardized Stratocaster bridge configuration and comes with single-conductor cloth-covered cable, ensuring drop-in compatibility without any modifications needed.
Is this pickup suitable for metal or high-gain genres?
No. The Scooped Strat Bridge is voiced for blues, rock, and vintage tones. Its underwound design and scooped midrange profile are not optimized for metal or djent applications, which typically benefit from higher output and midrange presence.
What is the DC resistance and output level of this pickup?
The bridge pickup has a DC resistance of 7.23k ohms, delivering balanced dynamic sensitivity characteristic of classic '50s Stratocaster pickups rather than high-output designs.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The Scooped Strat Bridge excels in blues, rock, vintage-voiced rigs, and studio sessions where classic character and smooth sustain are priorities. Its articulate high end and natural compression make it equally at home in modern contexts seeking authentic single-coil tone.
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