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Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL-1T Vintage Staggered For Strat (Left Handed) vs Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL-2 Vintage Flat For Strat Pickup
The SSL-1T is a left-handed humbucker designed specifically for reversed-magnet stagger on left-handed Strats, while the SSL-2 is a standard flat-magnet middle pickup for traditional right-handed Strat configurations. Choose the SSL-1T if you play left-handed; choose the SSL-2 if you play right-handed or need a hum-canceling middle pickup.
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Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL-1T Vintage Staggered For Strat (Left Handed)
Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL-2 Vintage Flat For Strat Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL-1T Vintage Staggered For Strat (Left Handed) | Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL-2 Vintage Flat For Strat Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.00 | $79.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Any Position | Any Position |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL-1T Vintage Staggered For Strat (Left Handed)
- ✓ Designed exclusively for left-handed players with reversed magnet stagger
- ✓ Balanced string response when played left-handed
- ✓ Warm tone with bright treble articulation suited to blues and vintage rock
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker SSL-2 Vintage Flat For Strat Pickup
- ✓ Hum-canceling middle-pickup configuration eliminates 60-cycle noise in positions 2 and 4
- ✓ Chimey, transparent vintage single-coil character with snap
- ✓ Potted construction prevents microphonic feedback
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between these two pickups?
The SSL-1T features reversed magnet stagger designed for left-handed players, ensuring balanced response across all strings when playing left-handed. The SSL-2 is a standard flat-magnet middle pickup for right-handed instruments with reverse-wound configuration to cancel hum in in-between switch positions.
Can I use the SSL-1T on a right-handed Strat?
No. The SSL-1T's reversed magnet stagger is specifically engineered for left-handed player orientation. Using it on a right-handed guitar would result in improper string-to-string balance.
Which pickup has noise-canceling capability?
The SSL-2 uses reverse-wound, reverse-polarity design to cancel 60-cycle hum when used as a middle pickup in positions 2 and 4. The SSL-1T does not have hum-canceling capability.
Are these suitable for genres beyond blues and rock?
The SSL-2 is listed as suitable for jazz and country in addition to blues, rock, and indie. The SSL-1T is optimized for blues, classic rock, vintage rock, and indie. Both are unsuitable for metal and djent.