Seymour Duncan SSL52 Five-Two Strat White Pickup Set

The SSL52 Five-Two delivers classic single-coil character with modern hum-canceling capability, making it an excellent choice for players seeking versatility across clean, driven, and lead tones without sacrificing vintage Strat authenticity. This matched set balances articulate treble response with controlled midrange, offering the harmonic clarity that defines quality offset-pole pickups. The reverse-wound middle pickup eliminates buzz in positions 2 and 4 while maintaining the iconic five-way switch functionality.

Tonal Character & Output

The SSL52 features a bright, articulate voicing optimized for cutting through a mix across multiple genres. The neck and middle pickups are wound identically for consistency, while the bridge model provides slightly more output and a refined high-end peak, ensuring each position of the selector delivers balanced presence and responsiveness to pick dynamics.

Construction & Materials

Built with Alnico II and V rod magnets, these pickups employ traditional keyed bottom plates and waxed cloth push-back hook-up wires for reliable long-term performance and authentic appearance. The single-conductor cloth cable ensures easy integration into existing wiring schemes, and the included white cover matches classic Fender aesthetics.

Key Features

• Three-pickup set: SSL-52 (neck), SSL-52rw/rp (middle), SSL-52b (bridge)
• DC Resistance: Neck and middle 6.7 kΩ, bridge 6.9 kΩ
• Resonant Peak: Neck and middle 8.2 kHz, bridge 7.9 kHz
• EQ Balance: Bass 5 / Mid 5 / Treble 6 across all three pickups
• Reverse-wound, reverse-polarity middle pickup for hum-canceling in switch positions 2 and 4
• Magnet Type: Alnico II and V rods
• Traditional keyed bottom plates for authentic offset-pole design
• Waxed and tinned cloth push-back hook-up wires
• Single-conductor cloth cable included
• White pickup cover included for authentic vintage appearance

The SSL52 Five-Two combines measured output, presence-focused EQ, and hum-canceling technology to deliver a refined single-coil experience suitable for players demanding both classic tone and practical noise reduction.