Seymour Duncan SSL-1L Vintage Staggered Lft Calibrated Set Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11201-01-Cset-L
Description
Seymour Duncan SSL-1L Vintage Staggered Left-Handed Calibrated Set Pickup
This SSL-1L Vintage Staggered Left-Handed Calibrated Set delivers the articulate, balanced character of classic Strat tones with hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets and heavy Formvar wire. Built specifically for left-handed players, the staggered magnet configuration optimizes string-to-string response across the fretboard. The calibrated set arrives complete with matched potentiometers and capacitors, eliminating guesswork in installation and ensuring cohesive performance across all three pickups.
Tone & Stage Response
A 10 kHz resonant peak with 5/3/9 EQ (Bass/Mid/Treble) produces a bright, articulate voice with controlled warmth—the kind of definition that cuts through a live mix without harshness. The 6.5 kΩ DC resistance balances output and responsiveness, maintaining authentic vintage single-coil character while delivering the amplification needed for gig-ready performance across any venue.
Construction & Reliability
Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA and potted in wax formulation, these pickups arrive ready to install with a white cover, waxed cloth hookup cable, and vintage-style "keyed" bottom plate for secure mounting. The set includes a standard wound neck pickup, standard wound bridge pickup, and a RWRP (reverse wind reverse polarity) middle pickup for hum cancellation in combined positions—a proven design that keeps noise out of the signal chain during performances.
Key Features
- Hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets
- Heavy Formvar magnet wire construction
- 6.5 kΩ DC resistance
- 10 kHz resonant peak
- 5/3/9 EQ curve (Bass/Mid/Treble)
- Left-hand magnet stagger configuration
- RWRP middle pickup for hum-free operation
- Includes matched potentiometers and capacitors
- White cover and vintage-style keyed bottom plate included
- Single conductor cloth hookup cable
- Hand-built and wax-potted in Santa Barbara, CA
This calibrated set combines vintage tonal character with the reliability that touring and gigging demand—a complete solution for left-handed players who refuse to compromise on authentic response or stage performance.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SSL-1L Vintage Staggered Left-Handed Calibrated Set delivers classic articulate Strat tone with hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets and heavy Formvar wire, purpose-built for left-handed players with optimized magnet stagger for even string response. The matched potentiometers and capacitors arrive calibrated together, eliminating installation variables and ensuring cohesive performance across neck, middle, and bridge—plus the RWRP middle pickup kills hum in combined positions for road-ready reliability. Choose this set for blues, rock, country, and jazz gigs where bright definition, vintage character, and stage-proof consistency matter more than metal aggression.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Indie
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this set suitable for metal or high-gain genres?
No—this vintage-voiced set is optimized for blues, rock, country, jazz, and indie. The 6.5 kΩ DC resistance and articulate, balanced character prioritize definition and clarity over the compressed output and aggressive voicing metal and djent players require.
What's included in the set, and do I need to buy anything else?
The set includes three hand-built pickups (neck, middle with RWRP hum cancellation, bridge), matched potentiometers and capacitors, a white cover, vintage-style keyed bottom plate, and waxed cloth hookup cable. You will need to source a wiring harness compatible with your guitar.
How does the left-hand magnet stagger work?
The magnet configuration is physically staggered to optimize string-to-string response on a left-handed fretboard—this ensures even pickup output and magnetic balance across all six strings when the guitar is played left-handed.
Does the RWRP middle pickup eliminate hum?
Yes—the reverse wind reverse polarity (RWRP) middle pickup cancels hum when combined with the neck or bridge pickup, delivering the hum-free operation that refined Strat design is known for without sacrificing tone.
How does this set compare to other vintage Strat pickups?
The SSL-1L matches hand-ground Alnico 5 construction and heavy Formvar wire with modern calibration—matched potentiometers and capacitors arrive together, eliminating the guesswork of setting multiple vintage-style sets side by side. It sits sonically between Fender Custom Shop '69 pickups and Lindy Fralin Vintage Hot sets, offering classic articulation and balanced warmth without excessive output.
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 $17 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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