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Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge White Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SLSD-1n Li'l Screamin' Demon Black Pickup
The Little '78 is a classic-toned bridge pickup for blues and rock players seeking traditional humbucker warmth in a drop-in format, while the Li'l Screamin' Demon is an aggressive neck pickup designed for metal and high-gain styles. Choose based on your guitar's position need and desired tone character: warm and balanced versus punchy and articulate.
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Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge White Pickup
Seymour Duncan SLSD-1n Li'l Screamin' Demon Black Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge White Pickup | Seymour Duncan SLSD-1n Li'l Screamin' Demon Black Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.00 | $129.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Bridge White Pickup
- ✓ Alnico 5 magnet delivers warm, balanced tone ideal for blues and classic rock
- ✓ Bridge position—standard placement for most players
- ✓ 11.5k ohm output balances sustain with articulation across all strings
- ✓ Fits standard Strat cavity with zero routing required
Why choose Seymour Duncan SLSD-1n Li'l Screamin' Demon Black Pickup
- ✓ Ceramic magnet produces aggressive midrange and controlled bite for metal and high-gain
- ✓ Neck position—specialized for lead work and dense mixes
- ✓ Wax potted construction eliminates microphonic feedback at high volume
- ✓ Hand-built in Santa Barbara with proven quality and US manufacturing
Frequently asked questions
Can I use either of these pickups in any position?
No. The Little '78 is designed as a bridge pickup, while the Li'l Screamin' Demon is a neck position pickup. Using them in the wrong position will not deliver their intended tone character or performance.
Which pickup has higher output?
The Little '78 at 11.5k ohm DCR has slightly higher output than the Li'l Screamin' Demon at 9.8k ohm DCR. However, the Little '78 uses Alnico 5 (warmer) while the Screamin' Demon uses ceramic (brighter and more aggressive), so output alone does not determine overall tone.
Do both pickups fit my Strat without modifications?
Both are single-coil-sized humbuckers that fit standard Strat cavities without routing. However, confirm your guitar's cavity dimensions match the Li'l Screamin' Demon's 3.00 x 1.50 x 4.50 inch footprint if it has particularly tight spacing.
Which is better for jazz or smooth styles?
The Little '78 is the better choice for jazz and smooth styles due to its warm Alnico 5 magnet and balanced midrange. The Li'l Screamin' Demon's aggressive character is not suited to those genres.