Seymour Duncan STK-S4b Stack Plus for Strat Cream Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11203-10-Cr
Description
Seymour Duncan STK-S4b Stack Plus for Strat Cream Pickup
The STK-S4b Stack Plus delivers articulate, vintage-voiced clarity without the hum that plagued single-coil designs. This cream-colored bridge pickup combines Seymour Duncan's noiseless stack technology with classic Alnico 5 warmth, making it ideal for gigging players who want authentic single-coil character with modern noise rejection. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, the pickup performs reliably across classic rock, blues, and vintage-leaning styles—both in the studio and on stage.
Tone & Construction
The vintage output and hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets produce balanced, articulate highs with natural sustain—characteristic of traditional bridge pickups without artificial brightness. Wax potting ensures stability and reduces microphonic feedback during live performance, while the 3-conductor shielded cable allows flexible wiring options and hum cancellation when properly installed.
Design & Specifications
At 8.5k DC resistance, this pickup sits comfortably in the vintage single-coil range, delivering responsive dynamics without excessive output compression. The noiseless stack design eliminates 60-cycle hum while preserving the sonic character that made single-coil Strats iconic—essential for reliable stage use without unwanted noise.
Key Features
- Noiseless stack design eliminates hum without tone loss
- Vintage output level for natural dynamics
- Hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets
- 8.5k DC resistance (bridge position)
- Wax potted for stability and reduced feedback
- 3-conductor shielded cable for flexible wiring
- Cream color finish
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California
- Bridge position configuration
The STK-S4b Stack Plus bridges the gap between vintage tone and modern noise rejection, making it a dependable choice for any player seeking hum-free single-coil performance that holds up under gigging demands.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan STK-S4b Stack Plus is a noiseless bridge pickup that delivers authentic single-coil tone—warm Alnico 5 character, articulate highs, and natural sustain—without the hum that comes with traditional designs. Built for blues, classic rock, and vintage-leaning players who gig or record, it lets you dial in that iconic Strat voice with modern reliability and zero 60-cycle noise. At 8.5k DC resistance, it responds dynamically to your playing dynamics while staying true to the original single-coil spirit.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Vintage-leaning styles
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this pickup eliminate all hum and noise?
The noiseless stack design eliminates 60-cycle hum typical of single-coil pickups while preserving the original tone. The 3-conductor shielded cable also supports proper hum-cancellation wiring when installed correctly.
What position does this pickup go in?
This is a bridge-position pickup configured for the bridge position of a Strat. Its 8.5k DC resistance and vintage output level are voiced specifically for bridge-position response and dynamics.
Is this pickup suitable for metal or high-gain styles?
No—the STK-S4b is designed for blues, classic rock, and vintage-leaning styles. Its vintage output and warm Alnico 5 character are not optimized for metal or djent applications.
What's included with the pickup?
The pickup ships with a 3-conductor shielded cable that allows flexible wiring options and hum cancellation support. Installation into your Strat cavity is a straightforward soldering job.
How does this compare to other vintage Strat pickups?
The STK-S4b combines noiseless stack technology with hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets and vintage output for a middle ground between classic single-coil tone and modern noise rejection—bridging the gap that traditional pickups like the Fender 57/62 or SSL-1 vintage models leave open regarding hum.
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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