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Seymour Duncan SSL-1L Vintage Staggered Lft Calibrated Set Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SSL-2 Vintage Flat for Strat Calibrated Set Pickup
The SSL-1L is specifically designed for left-handed players with a staggered magnet layout for optimized string response, while the SSL-2 features a flat magnet pattern and suits both right and left-handed players equally. Choose the SSL-1L if you play left-handed; choose the SSL-2 if you play right-handed or want a flatter, more even magnetic field across all strings.
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Seymour Duncan SSL-1L Vintage Staggered Lft Calibrated Set Pickup
Seymour Duncan SSL-2 Vintage Flat for Strat Calibrated Set Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SSL-1L Vintage Staggered Lft Calibrated Set Pickup | Seymour Duncan SSL-2 Vintage Flat for Strat Calibrated Set Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $247.00 | $247.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SSL-1L Vintage Staggered Lft Calibrated Set Pickup
- ✓ Built specifically for left-handed players with proper magnet staggering
- ✓ Optimized string-to-string response calibrated for left-handed fretboards
- ✓ Bright articulate character with 10 kHz resonant peak for snap and definition
Why choose Seymour Duncan SSL-2 Vintage Flat for Strat Calibrated Set Pickup
- ✓ Flat magnet pattern ensures perfectly even magnetic field and balanced response across all six strings
- ✓ Slightly warmer tone (9 kHz peak vs 10 kHz) with refined high-end less likely to sound harsh
- ✓ Works for any player orientation; universal compatibility with standard Strat cavities
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the SSL-2 in a left-handed guitar?
Technically yes, but the SSL-1L is engineered with staggered magnets specifically optimized for left-handed fretboard geometry, so left-handed players will get better string-to-string balance with the SSL-1L.
Which one is brighter?
The SSL-1L has a 10 kHz resonant peak versus the SSL-2's 9 kHz peak, making the SSL-1L slightly brighter and snappier. The SSL-2 offers a warmer, more refined character with controlled treble.
What's the difference between staggered and flat magnet patterns?
Staggered magnets adjust height for different string gauges to optimize response on each string individually, while flat magnets sit at the same height for uniform magnetic field distribution across all strings equally.
Are both sets suitable for beginners?
The SSL-2 lists beginner as a suitable skill level; the SSL-1L lists intermediate as its minimum. Both deliver classic vintage tone, but the SSL-1L is marketed toward intermediate players and up.