Seymour Duncan SDBR-1b Duckbuckers for Strat Cream Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11205-36-C
Description
Seymour Duncan SDBR-1b Duckbuckers for Strat Cream Pickup
The SDBR-1b Duckbuckers deliver the clarity and articulation of a single-coil Stratocaster with the structural integrity and noise rejection of a humbucker design. This vintage-output, single-coil sized humbucker installs directly into any Fender American Standard Stratocaster pickup route without modification, making it a straightforward upgrade path for gigging players seeking tonal flexibility without extensive rewiring or downtime.
Design & Construction
Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California, these pickups feature a unique split blade design with six fully adjustable pole pieces—three on each coil—paired with a ceramic bar magnet for reliable output and consistent response across different amp settings and venues. The wax potted construction eliminates microphonic squeal and feedback, ensuring clean operation even at higher volumes on stage.
Tone & Wiring Flexibility
The four-conductor lead wire enables both parallel and series wiring configurations, allowing you to dial in vintage Strat tones through parallel wiring or achieve higher output and increased sustain via series mode. This dual-approach design makes the Duckbuckers adaptable to various playing styles, room acoustics, and amplifier settings without requiring additional components or mid-gig adjustments.
Key Features
- Vintage output, single-coil sized humbucker design
- Six fully adjustable pole pieces with split blade design
- Three poles per coil for balanced magnetic field
- Ceramic bar magnet construction
- Four-conductor lead wire for wiring flexibility
- Wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Drop-in replacement for Fender American Standard Stratocaster pickup route
- Parallel wiring option for vintage Strat tones
- Series wiring option for higher output
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California
The SDBR-1b Duckbuckers combine single-coil character with humbucker practicality, offering working players a versatile upgrade that respects Stratocaster tradition while expanding sonic possibilities for live performance and studio work.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SDBR-1b Duckbuckers are single-coil-sized humbuckers that drop straight into any Fender American Standard Stratocaster without modification, delivering articulate, vintage-character tones with hum rejection and low noise. Hand-built in Santa Barbara with adjustable pole pieces and four-conductor wiring, they let you switch between parallel mode for classic Strat clarity or series mode for more output and sustain—making them ideal for blues, rock, country, and jazz players who want tonal flexibility without rewiring their guitar. Choose these for a gigging upgrade that preserves your Strat's feel and playability while eliminating single-coil hum and giving you wiring options to match any amp or playing style.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these pickups fit my Stratocaster without modification?
Yes. The SDBR-1b Duckbuckers are single-coil sized and drop directly into any Fender American Standard Stratocaster pickup route with no routing or modification needed.
What's the difference between parallel and series wiring?
Parallel wiring delivers vintage Stratocaster tones with clear articulation and brightness; series wiring increases output and sustain for thicker, warmer response. The four-conductor lead wire allows you to switch between both configurations.
Are these pickups noisy or prone to hum?
No. The wax-potted construction and humbucker design eliminate microphonic squeal and hum rejection, ensuring clean, quiet operation even at higher volumes or with gain-heavy amplifiers.
What genres and styles are these pickups best suited for?
The SDBR-1b Duckbuckers excel in blues, rock, country, funk, and jazz. Their balanced sustain and articulate character make them unsuitable for metal or thrash metal, where higher output and aggression are typically preferred.
Are these hand-wound and where are they made?
Yes. These pickups are hand-built in Santa Barbara, California, using a ceramic bar magnet and six fully adjustable pole pieces with split blade design for consistent, balanced response.
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. 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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