Seymour Duncan STK-S4b Stack Plus for Strat Cream Pickup
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 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.
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