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Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little '59 for Strat Cream Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little 59 Strat Parchment Pickup
Both are budget-priced Seymour Duncan SL59-1b single-coil-sized humbuckers with identical specs, but they're voiced for different genres: the Cream targets Rock, Blues, and Hard Rock with emphasized humbucker aggression, while the Parchment targets Blues, Rock, Jazz, and Country with refined vintage clarity. Choose Cream for high-gain and heavier styles; choose Parchment for versatility and cleaner, more articulate tones.
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Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little '59 for Strat Cream Pickup
Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little 59 Strat Parchment Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little '59 for Strat Cream Pickup | Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little 59 Strat Parchment Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.00 | $99.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little '59 for Strat Cream Pickup
- ✓ Humbucker aggression and cutting presence ideal for hard rock and heavy styles
- ✓ Emphasized sustain characteristic of classic humbucker designs
- ✓ Drop-in installation with no routing required
Why choose Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little 59 Strat Parchment Pickup
- ✓ Wax-potted construction eliminates microphonic feedback for squeal-free operation
- ✓ Refined vintage character suits blues, jazz, country, and studio work
- ✓ Balanced output respects amp breakup and responds well to drive pedals
Frequently asked questions
What's the actual tonal difference between these two pickups?
Both share identical EQ specs (6 bass, 5 mid, 7 treble) and resonant peak at 4.6 kHz, but the Cream emphasizes humbucker aggression and cutting presence, while the Parchment is described as refined and vintage-voiced for clearer articulation. The key difference lies in voicing philosophy, not raw specs.
Which pickup is better for jazz and country?
The Parchment is specifically listed as suitable for Jazz and Country, while the Cream is not. The Parchment's refined sustain and vintage clarity make it the better choice for these genres.
Does the Parchment really eliminate feedback better than the Cream?
Yes—the Parchment features wax potting to eliminate microphonic feedback for squeal-free operation, a feature not mentioned for the Cream model.
Are these pickups true drop-in replacements?
Both are single-coil-sized humbuckers that fit standard single-coil routes without routing work, making them straightforward bridge upgrades for compatible Stratocaster models.