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Seymour Duncan STK-S4m Stack Plus for Strat White Pickup vs Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus for Strat Cream Pickup
The STK-S4m is a treble-forward middle pickup optimized for crisp, cutting tones in rock and blues, while the STK-S4n is a neck-position pickup designed for full tone and hum cancellation in studio and high-gain contexts. Choose the STK-S4m for classic articulate brightness; choose the STK-S4n for versatility across recording, funk, and compressed tones without noise.
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Seymour Duncan STK-S4m Stack Plus for Strat White Pickup
Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus for Strat Cream Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan STK-S4m Stack Plus for Strat White Pickup | Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus for Strat Cream Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan STK-S4m Stack Plus for Strat White Pickup
- ✓ Treble-forward EQ curve (5/4/8) delivers cutting, chimey tone ideal for rock and blues
- ✓ Optimized for middle position with 5.7 kHz resonant peak for articulate upper-mid presence
- ✓ Straightforward single-coil design simplicity with wax potting for noise reduction
Why choose Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus for Strat Cream Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position engineering with larger top coil for fuller, more dynamic tone
- ✓ Helmholtz coil hum cancellation specifically designed for high-gain and recording contexts
- ✓ Hum-attracting flux transfer plate technology provides studio clarity without sacrificing single-coil character
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between these pickups?
The STK-S4m emphasizes treble and articulate upper-mids (5/4/8 EQ) for a crisp, cutting tone, while the STK-S4n focuses on full tone and presence with hum cancellation, designed for studio clarity and high-gain applications. Both use Alnico 5 magnets and 9.62 kΩ resistance but serve different positions and sonic priorities.
Are these pickups interchangeable, or position-specific?
The STK-S4m is designed as a middle-position pickup, while the STK-S4n is engineered for neck position. The STK-S4n's larger top coil and Helmholtz coil hum cancellation are optimized for neck-position dynamics, whereas the STK-S4m's treble-forward curve suits the brightness typically desired in middle position.
Which pickup is better for recording?
The STK-S4n is specifically recommended for studio sessions and home recording thanks to its Helmholtz coil hum-cancellation technology, which eliminates 60-cycle noise in sensitive recording environments while maintaining single-coil articulation.
Do both pickups support wiring modifications?
Yes, both pickups feature splittable 3-conductor lead wire, enabling series/parallel wiring and coil-tap configurations for expanded tonal flexibility.