Seymour Duncan SSL-3t Hot for Strat RWRP Tapped Pickup

Seymour Duncan SSL-3t Hot for Strat RWRP Tapped Pickup

The SSL-3t Hot delivers aggressive single-coil articulation with exceptional clarity and punch—a workhorse for players who need high output without losing definition on stage or in the studio. The tapped configuration lets you toggle between two output levels, giving you the flexibility to dial in your preferred gain structure without pulling the pickup out mid-gig. Hand-wound and wax-potted for road durability, this RWRP design kills hum while keeping the bright, cutting character that makes this pickup cut through a mix and hold its own in any live setting.

Tone & Output Character

The raised flat Alnico 5 pole pieces and hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets produce a focused, punchy response with exceptional upper-midrange presence that sits well in a live mix. DC resistance measures 8.8 kHz tapped and 16.5 kΩ full, with resonant peaks at 5.3 kHz (tapped) and 4.4 kHz (full)—giving you options for tighter, more articulate tones when you need precision or full-bodied output when the material calls for it.

Design & Construction

Hand-wound and wax-potted in Santa Barbara, California, this pickup uses reverse wind/reverse polarity (RWRP) configuration for hum-cancellation without compromising single-coil character—critical for clean tones on stage where noise is your enemy. The single conductor PVC cable handles the rigors of repeated installations and gigs, and the included white cover provides both aesthetic consistency and shielding options.

Key Features

• Dual output true single-coil pickup
• Tapped configuration for multiple output options
• Raised flat Alnico 5 pole pieces
• Hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets, lacquered and wax potted
• DC Resistance: Tapped 8.8 kHz, Full 16.5 kΩ
• Resonant Peak: Tapped 5.3 kHz, Full 4.4 kHz
• Reverse wind/reverse polarity (RWRP) for hum cancellation
• EQ Profile: Bass 4, Mids 7, Treble 5
• Single conductor PVC cable
• White cover included
• Handmade in Santa Barbara, California

The SSL-3t Hot combines aggressive output with the versatility of a tapped design, holding up equally well for high-gain riffing, articulate lead playing, and live reliability across multiple genres.