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Seymour Duncan STK-S4m Stack Plus for Strat Black Pickup vs Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus for Strat Black Pickup
The STK-S4m is a middle-position pickup with focused, punchy mids and 8.6k DCR, while the STK-S4n is a neck-position pickup with articulate upper-midrange presence and 9.62k DCR. Choose the STK-S4m if you need a balanced, clarity-focused middle pickup; choose the STK-S4n if you're upgrading your neck position and want a hum-cancelled single-coil character with brightness.
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Seymour Duncan STK-S4m Stack Plus for Strat Black Pickup
Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus for Strat Black Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan STK-S4m Stack Plus for Strat Black Pickup | Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus for Strat Black Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan STK-S4m Stack Plus for Strat Black Pickup
- ✓ Middle-position-specific design with focused midrange punch
- ✓ Lower DCR (8.6k) delivers clarity without harshness across clean and light breakup tones
- ✓ Reverse-wound, reverse-polarity (RWRP) configuration cancels hum in standard 3-way switching
- ✓ Compact 0.995" height fits standard Strat routs with no modification
Why choose Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus for Strat Black Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position specialist engineered for authentic single-coil response with hum cancellation
- ✓ Higher DCR (9.62k) and 5.7 kHz resonant peak create articulate upper-midrange presence
- ✓ Splittable 3-conductor lead wire enables true single-coil operation when desired
- ✓ Bright yet defined EQ curve (5/4/8) responsive to both clean and driven applications
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between these two pickups?
Position and tonal focus. The STK-S4m is engineered for the middle position with a focused, punchy midrange (8.6k DCR), while the STK-S4n is designed for the neck position with articulate upper-midrange presence and a brighter character (9.62k DCR and 5.7 kHz resonant peak).
Which one is better for traditional blues and rock tones?
Both suit blues and rock, but for different positions. The STK-S4m excels in the middle slot for balanced, responsive tones across clean to light breakup. The STK-S4n provides warm, presence-focused neck tones that work equally well in blues, rock, and funk contexts.
Do both pickups cancel hum?
Yes, but differently. The STK-S4m uses reverse-wound, reverse-polarity (RWRP) design to cancel hum when paired with neck or bridge pickups in standard switching. The STK-S4n achieves hum cancellation through its stacked coil humbucker-footprint design while maintaining single-coil character.
What skill levels do these suit?
Both are rated for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Neither is beginner-focused, so expect to pair them with an understanding of Strat wiring, switching configurations, and tonal blending across positions.