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Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-1B Vintage Broadcaster For Tele Lead Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-1 Vintage 54 Pickup For Tele
The STL-1B is a humbucker-format pickup offering single-coil character with hum cancellation, while the STL-1 is a true single-coil with classic Fender voicing. Choose the STL-1B if you want humbucker shielding in a Tele-style body, or pick the STL-1 if you're after authentic vintage single-coil tone without noise concerns.
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Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-1B Vintage Broadcaster For Tele Lead Pickup
Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-1 Vintage 54 Pickup For Tele
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-1B Vintage Broadcaster For Tele Lead Pickup | Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-1 Vintage 54 Pickup For Tele | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $89.00 | $89.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Series | Seymour Duncan Tele Single-Coils | Seymour Duncan Tele Single-Coils |
| Pickup Type | Bridge | Neck |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-1B Vintage Broadcaster For Tele Lead Pickup
- ✓ Humbucker format reduces hum and noise in high-gain or live settings
- ✓ Hand-ground Alnico 5 magnet and Forbon bobbin preserve vintage character while improving clarity
- ✓ 8.5kHz resonant peak emphasizes upper midrange cut ideal for lead soloing
- ✓ Non-hum canceling design maintains pure single-coil tonal character within humbucker housing
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker STL-1 Vintage 54 Pickup For Tele
- ✓ Authentic single-coil configuration delivers classic '54 Fender snap and twang
- ✓ 7K DC resistance and natural compression work well across blues, country, and studio applications
- ✓ Raised poles on D and G strings provide balanced output and neck response
- ✓ Made in the USA with consistent modern manufacturing behind vintage voicing
Frequently asked questions
What's the main difference between these pickups?
The STL-1B is a humbucker-format pickup that preserves single-coil character, while the STL-1 is a true single-coil design. Humbuckers are shielded against hum; single-coils are not.
Which one should I choose for studio recording?
Both suit studio work. The STL-1 Vintage '54 is explicitly listed for studio sessions and delivers authentic '54 snap. The STL-1B offers clarity and definition in humbucker format if you need noise immunity in your recording chain.
Are the DC resistance and magnet specs different?
The STL-1B has 7.6k DC resistance with an 8.5kHz resonant peak, while the STL-1 has 7K DC resistance. Both use Alnico 5, but the STL-1B's hand-ground magnet is tuned differently for its humbucker context.
Will either work well for blues and lead work?
Yes, both excel at blues and lead work. The STL-1B emphasizes upper midrange cut for solos in a noise-reduced humbucker, while the STL-1 delivers classic Telecaster twang and articulation with inherent vintage character.