Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL-5 Custom Staggered For Strat Pickup

The SSL-5 Custom Staggered delivers aggressive, high-output single-coil tone in a humbucker format designed specifically for Stratocaster bridge positions. This overwound pickup excels at cutting through a mix with articulate attack and pronounced upper-midrange presence, making it a favorite for players demanding clarity and sustain without sacrificing classic single-coil character.

Tone & Output

Built on hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets and custom overwound coils, this pickup produces a bright, aggressive voice with a 13.3 kΩ DC resistance that sits between vintage single-coils and full humbuckers. The EQ profile of 5/4/7 (Bass/Mid/Treble) emphasizes treble articulation while maintaining controlled bass response, ideal for articulate lead work and rhythm definition in high-gain contexts.

Construction & Installation

Wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback and squealing, ensuring stability during aggressive playing and high-volume performance. The staggered pole piece design accommodates typical Stratocaster string spacing while the single conductor PVC cable integrates cleanly into most guitar wiring schemes.

Key Features

• Hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets
• DC Resistance: 13.3 kΩ
• Custom overwound coils for increased output
• Staggered pole pieces optimized for Stratocaster spacing
• Wax potted construction for squeal-free operation
• EQ: 5 Bass / 4 Mid / 7 Treble
• Single conductor PVC cable
• Humbucker format designed for Strat bridge position

The SSL-5 Custom Staggered combines single-coil snap with humbucker reliability, delivering the cut and clarity needed for modern rock, metal, and fusion in a purpose-built Stratocaster package.