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Seymour Duncan SSL-7 Quarter-Pound Staggered Strat RWRP Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SA-3HC Hum-Canceling Woody, Black Pickup
The SSL-7 is a high-output electric guitar single-coil replacement for blues, rock, and garage styles, while the SA-3HC is a passive acoustic soundhole pickup for live performance and studio work. Choose the SSL-7 if you're upgrading an electric Strat; choose the SA-3HC if you need to amplify an acoustic guitar without modification.
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Seymour Duncan SSL-7 Quarter-Pound Staggered Strat RWRP Pickup
Seymour Duncan SA-3HC Hum-Canceling Woody, Black Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SSL-7 Quarter-Pound Staggered Strat RWRP Pickup | Seymour Duncan SA-3HC Hum-Canceling Woody, Black Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $89.00 | $89.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SSL-7 Quarter-Pound Staggered Strat RWRP Pickup
- ✓ High-output design pushes tube amps and overdrives with aggressive presence
- ✓ RWRP configuration eliminates hum in positions 2 and 4 with standard pickups
- ✓ Staggered pole pattern requires no adjustment for consistent response across strings
- ✓ Alnico 5 magnets deliver articulate tone with midrange punch and sustain
Why choose Seymour Duncan SA-3HC Hum-Canceling Woody, Black Pickup
- ✓ Installs invisibly in any standard acoustic soundhole with zero permanent modification
- ✓ Hum-canceling circuitry provides noise-free amplified tone
- ✓ Includes 14-foot low-capacitance cable and requires no batteries or preamp
- ✓ Double-potted construction resists feedback for reliable gigging and studio use
Frequently asked questions
Are these pickups compatible with the same guitar?
No. The SSL-7 is a single-coil replacement for electric guitars, specifically Strat-style instruments. The SA-3HC mounts inside an acoustic guitar's soundhole and is designed for acoustic amplification only.
Which pickup is better for a beginner?
The SA-3HC suits beginners through professionals because it requires no installation skill or guitar modification. The SSL-7 requires some soldering knowledge or professional installation and is rated intermediate to professional.
Do both pickups eliminate hum?
Yes, but differently. The SSL-7 uses RWRP configuration to cancel hum specifically in middle-position Strat wiring (positions 2 and 4). The SA-3HC uses hum-canceling circuitry built into the pickup itself, providing noise-free operation on any acoustic guitar.
What guitar styles does each pickup serve?
The SSL-7 excels in blues, classic rock, hard rock, and garage rock through high-output aggression. The SA-3HC targets acoustic live performance, studio sessions, folk, and singer-songwriter styles where transparent, warm amplified tone is needed.