Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little 59 Strat Parchment Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11205-22-P
Description
Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little '59 Strat Parchment Bridge Pickup
The Little '59 brings classic single-coil articulation into a humbucker footprint, making it a no-routing bridge retrofit for players chasing vintage clarity on the gig. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, this parchment-colored pickup balances presence and harmonic richness, delivering traditional Strat bite with refined sustain that cuts through a live mix. The moderate output and ceramic magnet character keep definition and note separation intact—ideal for players who need their notes to speak clearly without losing musicality.
Tone & Resonance Profile
The 4.6 KHz resonant peak and 7-rated treble response emphasize articulate highs and clear transients, while the 5-rated midrange and 6-rated bass maintain musicality without muddiness. 11.7 kΩ DC resistance and moderate output produce a balanced signal that respects your amp's natural breakup and responds well to drive pedals.
Construction & Reliability
Wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback for squeal-free operation on stage, and the four-conductor lead offers coil-split flexibility for expanding your palette mid-set. The single-coil-sized humbucker design fits standard bridge humbucker routes without additional modification, making installation straightforward on compatible Strat models.
Key Features
- Type: Single Coil Size Humbucker
- Position: Bridge
- DC Resistance: 11.7 kΩ
- Impedance: 11.78 kΩ
- Resonant Peak: 4.6 KHz
- Magnet: Ceramic
- Output: Moderate
- EQ Profile: Bass 6 / Mid 5 / Treble 7
- Wax Potted for squeal-free operation
- Four-conductor cable for coil-split compatibility
- 6-string configuration
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
This Little '59 combines vintage single-coil character with humbucking construction and build quality, delivering articulate, feedback-free performance that holds up on the road and on stage.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Little '59 is a hand-built single-coil-sized humbucker for Strat bridge positions that delivers articulate, vintage-bright tone without feedback or routing hassles. Built in Santa Barbara with wax potting and moderate output, it suits blues, rock, and jazz players who want note definition and sustain over raw power. Choose it for feedback-free gigging reliability and the tonal flexibility of four-conductor coil-split wiring in a drop-in format.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Home Recording
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this pickup fit my Stratocaster without routing?
Yes. The Little '59 uses a single-coil footprint in a humbucker-format design, so it installs directly into a standard Stratocaster bridge position without additional modification or routing.
What genres does this pickup work best for?
The Little '59 excels in blues, rock, jazz, and studio sessions. Its articulate highs and balanced midrange suit players prioritizing note definition over high-gain applications; it is not optimized for metal or djent playing.
Is this pickup prone to feedback?
No. The pickup is wax potted to eliminate microphonic feedback, providing squeal-free operation even in live or high-volume settings.
What does the four-conductor cable offer?
The four-conductor lead enables coil-split functionality, allowing you to switch between humbucking and single-coil-like tones for expanded sonic range in recording or live use.
What is the output level of this pickup?
The Little '59 has moderate output with 11.7 kΩ DC resistance, meaning it respects your amp's natural breakup and responds predictably to drive pedals without excessive signal saturation.
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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