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Seymour Duncan Pegasus Bridge Black Pickup vs Seymour Duncan STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus Strat Parchment Pickup
The Pegasus is a medium-output humbucker designed for extended-range guitars and progressive metal with balanced warmth, while the STK-S9b is a higher-output single-coil-based stack for traditional Strat bridge position with aggressive lead character. Choose the Pegasus for versatile extended-range or 6-string metal work; choose the STK-S9b for classic hard rock and blues lead tones in a Strat.
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Seymour Duncan STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus Strat Parchment Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Pegasus Bridge Black Pickup | Seymour Duncan STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus Strat Parchment Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Pegasus Bridge Black Pickup
- ✓ Balanced 12.50k output works clean and distorted without sacrificing musicality
- ✓ Hand-built in Santa Barbara with premium nickel silver bottom plate
- ✓ Available in multiple string configurations (6, 7, 8-string and Trembucker)
- ✓ Prominent midrange and high resonant peak deliver clarity in dense mixes
Why choose Seymour Duncan STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus Strat Parchment Pickup
- ✓ Higher output (20.26k) with aggressive sustain ideal for lead work
- ✓ True single-coil splittable design for tonal flexibility within one pickup
- ✓ Patented Stack Plus eliminates hum without sacrificing articulate character
- ✓ Factory pre-tuned and optimized for standard Strat bridge position
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the Pegasus in a standard 6-string guitar?
Yes. The Pegasus was originally engineered for extended-range instruments but has gained demand from 6-string players seeking responsive aggression. It is available in standard 6-string humbucker and Trembucker spacings.
What's the main output difference between these pickups?
The Pegasus sits at 12.50k DC resistance (medium/moderate output), while the STK-S9b is significantly hotter at 20.26k, making the Stack Plus more aggressive for lead work and high-gain rhythm.
Which pickup is better for clean tones?
The Pegasus is specifically voiced to work equally well on clean and distorted tones with balanced warmth and chord bloom. The STK-S9b is optimized for hard rock and metal, making it less ideal for clean ambient sounds.
Does the STK-S9b eliminate hum like a humbucker?
The STK-S9b uses patented Stack Plus negative hum injection technology to reject 60-cycle noise while maintaining true single-coil character, and it is splittable to pure single-coil mode for additional tonal options.