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Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge Black Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge Cream Pickup
Both are budget single-coil-sized humbucking bridge pickups with identical 27.2 output, but they differ in magnet type and tonal character. The Black uses an A2 magnet for brighter, snappier articulation suited to blues, rock, country, and funk; the Cream uses Alnico 5 for warmer, more organic vintage voicing better suited to blues, rock, and indie. Choose Black for cutting brightness and versatility across genres, or Cream for smoother, warmer vintage character.
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Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge Black Pickup
Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge Cream Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge Black Pickup | Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge Cream Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.00 | $129.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge Black Pickup
- ✓ A2 magnet delivers bell-like brightness and vintage snap ideal for country and funk
- ✓ Articulate midrange cuts through band mixes with gritty overdrive response
- ✓ Explicitly rated for country and funk alongside blues and rock
- ✓ 5.75 kΩ DC resistance keeps high end open and responsive
Why choose Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge Cream Pickup
- ✓ Alnico 5 magnet produces warm, organic tone with vintage character
- ✓ Accessible to beginners while satisfying advanced players
- ✓ Smoother, less aggressive voicing suits indie and traditional blues styles
- ✓ Cream finish matches vintage Fender aesthetics
Frequently asked questions
What's the actual difference between A2 and Alnico 5 magnets here?
A2 magnets (Black) produce brighter, snappier highs with more articulation and cut. Alnico 5 (Cream) generates warmer, rounder lows with more organic vintage character. Both output 27.2, so the difference is tonal voicing, not volume.
Can a beginner use either pickup?
The Cream is explicitly rated for beginners; the Black targets intermediate and advanced players. Both are passive and drop-in compatible, but the Black's brighter, snappier character may be easier for beginners to dial in on the Cream.
Which works better for country and funk?
The Black is explicitly listed for both country and funk, while the Cream is not. The Black's A2 magnet and articulate midrange make it better suited to those genres' snap and clarity requirements.
Do both support coil-splitting?
Yes, both feature 4-conductor shielded wiring that enables coil-splitting and custom switching configurations, giving flexibility beyond stock single-coil performance.