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Seymour Duncan Set STK-S4 White Cover / Classic Stack Plus Set White Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Lipstick Tube for Strat Pickup Set
The STK-S4 is a stacked humbucker-sized pickup designed to fit single-coil routes with higher output and modern splitting capability, while the Lipstick Tube is a traditional three-pickup Strat set with vintage voicing and hum-canceling middle. Choose the STK-S4 if you want humbucking power in a single-coil guitar; choose the Lipstick Tube if you have a standard Strat and want classic single-coil character with noise reduction.
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Seymour Duncan Set STK-S4 White Cover / Classic Stack Plus Set White Pickup
Seymour Duncan Lipstick Tube for Strat Pickup Set
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Set STK-S4 White Cover / Classic Stack Plus Set White Pickup | Seymour Duncan Lipstick Tube for Strat Pickup Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $345.00 | $345.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Set STK-S4 White Cover / Classic Stack Plus Set White Pickup
- ✓ Fits standard single-coil routes without modification
- ✓ Higher output (9.62–10.36 kΩ) bridges single-coil and humbucker tone
- ✓ True single-coil splitting via three-conductor cable for tonal variety
- ✓ Punchy mids and tight highs suit aggressive blues and rock
Why choose Seymour Duncan Lipstick Tube for Strat Pickup Set
- ✓ Complete three-pickup Strat set ready to drop in
- ✓ Lower, more responsive output (3.40k–5.10k DCR) preserves classic single-coil snap
- ✓ Reverse-wound middle pickup eliminates hum in positions 2 and 4
- ✓ Smooth, articulate vintage character across all three positions
Frequently asked questions
Will these fit my Stratocaster?
The STK-S4 is designed for standard single-coil routes and will fit any Strat-routed guitar. The Lipstick Tube is a complete three-pickup Strat set with standard mounting brackets and will fit any Strat-sized body without modification.
Which set is better for vintage tone?
The Lipstick Tube leans more authentically vintage with its Alnico 5 bar magnets, lower output, and three-position traditional design. The STK-S4 has vintage voicing but delivers higher output and humbucking character, making it more modern-sounding despite its classic inspiration.
Do either of these eliminate hum?
Both are wax potted to reduce microphonic noise. The Lipstick Tube adds reverse-wound, reverse-polarity construction in the middle pickup to cancel hum in the commonly used positions 2 and 4. The STK-S4's stacked design inherently provides humbucking noise rejection.
Can I split the pickups for different tones?
The STK-S4 includes a three-conductor cable enabling true single-coil splitting for expanded tonal options. The Lipstick Tube is a traditional three-pickup set and does not offer splitting without additional modification.