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Seymour Duncan STK-S6 Custom Stack Plus, White Pickup vs Seymour Duncan STK-S7 Vintage Hot Stack Plus, Cream Pickup
The STK-S6 Custom Stack Plus is a high-output, aggressive pickup built for hard rock, metal, and drop tunings with enhanced bass and treble punch. The STK-S7 Vintage Hot Stack Plus is a moderate-output, vintage-flavored pickup suited to blues, rock, and country where dynamic response and vocal clarity matter more than sheer power.
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Seymour Duncan STK-S6 Custom Stack Plus, White Pickup
Seymour Duncan STK-S7 Vintage Hot Stack Plus, Cream Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan STK-S6 Custom Stack Plus, White Pickup | Seymour Duncan STK-S7 Vintage Hot Stack Plus, Cream Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan STK-S6 Custom Stack Plus, White Pickup
- ✓ Higher output (14.45 kΩ) delivers aggressive gain for heavy music and distortion
- ✓ Resonant peak at 4.85 kHz adds treble articulation and cut in dense mixes
- ✓ EQ curve (7/4/5) emphasizes bass and treble for metal and drop-tuning clarity
- ✓ Compact 0.995" height fits standard offset single-coil cavities easily
Why choose Seymour Duncan STK-S7 Vintage Hot Stack Plus, Cream Pickup
- ✓ Lower resistance (11.9 kΩ) preserves dynamic response and pick sensitivity
- ✓ Resonant peak at 4.5 kHz emphasizes vocal midrange clarity and definition
- ✓ Hand-crafted in Santa Barbara with wax potting eliminates feedback
- ✓ True single-coil splitting capability provides vintage flexibility without noise
Frequently asked questions
Which pickup is better for metal and drop tunings?
The STK-S6 Custom Stack Plus. Its higher DC resistance (14.45 kΩ), emphasis on bass and treble response, and 4.85 kHz resonant peak are engineered specifically for aggressive genres and lower-tuned instruments.
Which one sounds more vintage or bluesy?
The STK-S7 Vintage Hot Stack Plus. It combines Alnico V magnets with a 4.5 kHz resonant peak that emphasizes vocal midrange and an EQ curve (7/5/5) that prioritizes definition over thickness, capturing classic single-coil character with modern output.
Can either pickup be split into single-coil mode?
The STK-S7 features a three-conductor tappable lead wire that allows true single-coil splitting. The STK-S6 includes a three-conductor cable with series-split wiring options but is not described as having true single-coil splitting capability.
Which pickup is quieter or less prone to feedback?
The STK-S7 is wax potted at the factory in Santa Barbara specifically to eliminate microphonic feedback and squealing. The STK-S6 specifications do not mention wax potting or anti-feedback treatment.