Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Cream Pickup Set
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11205-25-Crm
Description
Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Cream Pickup Set
The Little '78 Strat Cream set delivers authentic single-coil character in a compact, hum-canceling format that fits standard Stratocaster cavities without modification. These pickups balance vintage warmth with the noise rejection of a humbucker-sized coil, making them ideal for recording sessions and live work in electrically noisy environments without compromising classic Strat tone. The cream-colored bobbins and covers evoke the aesthetic of early Fender designs while the Alnico II magnets provide that sought-after vintage response.
Tone & Output Characteristics
The 27.2 mV bridge and 20.2 mV neck outputs sit comfortably in vintage territory, delivering warm, articulate tones that sit well in dense mixes without excessive gain competing for headroom. EQ shaping favors the midrange and bass — with bridge and neck bass rolls at -5.4 and -5.1 respectively — creating a full-bodied, woody response that cuts through without harshness in a mix. The treble attenuation (-4.2 bridge, -4.5 neck) smooths the high end while retaining definition, characteristic of well-aged single-coil designs that age gracefully across overdub sessions.
Electrical Specifications & Installation
Both pickups employ 4-conductor wiring for flexible coil-splitting and series/parallel wiring options, enabling tonal customization beyond standard three-way switching for session versatility. DC resistance values of 5.75 kΩ (bridge) and 4.81 kΩ (neck) confirm true vintage impedance characteristics, ensuring predictable interaction with your recording chain and amp during tracking. As passive devices, these pickups require no batteries or active circuitry, simplifying studio setup and eliminating noise sources from power supplies.
Key Features
- Magnet Type: Alnico II
- Configuration: Single Coil Size Humbucker
- Output Category: Vintage
- Bridge Output: 27.2 mV
- Neck Output: 20.2 mV
- Bridge DC Resistance: 5.75 kΩ
- Neck DC Resistance: 4.81 kΩ
- Wiring: 4-conductor for series/parallel and split options
- Technology: Passive (no batteries required)
- Bridge EQ — Bass: -5.4, Mid: -7.4, Treble: -4.2
- Neck EQ — Bass: -5.1, Mid: -7.1, Treble: -4.5
- Finish: Cream bobbins and covers
The Little '78 Strat Cream set captures the essence of '70s Fender tone while solving the single-coil noise problem, delivering clean, focused recordings and reliable tracking performance in home and professional studios.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Cream set brings that sought-after '70s Fender character into your mix—warm, articulate midrange and bass with smooth, defined treble that sits naturally in a dense recording session. Hum-canceling design and 4-conductor wiring enable coil-splitting and series/parallel options for tonal shaping at the source, letting you capture classic blues, rock, and jazz tones or dial in alternative voicings without re-recording. Passive circuit, true vintage impedance (5.75 kΩ bridge, 4.81 kΩ neck), and drop-in compatibility mean you can swap them into any Strat project without rewiring the cavity.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these pickups require any modifications to fit my Stratocaster?
No. The Little '78 set uses a compact hum-canceling coil in single-coil size and fits standard Stratocaster cavities without modification—pure drop-in installation.
What makes these different from vintage '70s single coils if they're hum-canceling?
They combine vintage warmth and response (Alnico II magnets, 27.2 mV bridge and 20.2 mV neck output) with hum-canceling technology, so you get authentic tone without ground noise in electrically noisy live or studio environments.
Can I use coil-splitting or other wiring options with these?
Yes. Both pickups feature 4-conductor wiring, enabling coil-splitting, series/parallel switching, and other customization options beyond standard three-way Strat switching.
What genres and playing styles are these suited for?
These pickups excel in blues, rock, country, and jazz—they're voiced for warm, woody tone with articulate midrange and are not recommended for metal or djent styles.
Are these pickups active, and do they need batteries?
No, they are entirely passive with no active circuitry or batteries required—your guitar's electronics and amp handle all tone shaping.
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