Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Prch Pickup Set
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11205-25-Prch
Description
Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Parch Pickup Set
The Little '78 Strat Parch captures the midrange punch and articulate response of '70s Strat tone in a compact single-coil-size humbucker format. These pickups deliver vintage character with modern construction, providing the tonal signature of that era while maintaining the clarity and definition required for modern recording and mixing. Ideal for sessions demanding authentic vintage voicing with controlled output, this set excels in rock, blues, and classic recording applications.
Tone & Output Character
Built on Alnico II magnets and tuned to vintage output levels, these pickups produce a warm, slightly compressed response with naturally scooped midrange that sits well in dense mixes. The bridge pickup's 27.2 mV output and neck pickup's 20.2 mV output maintain controlled dynamics and responsive tracking without the harsh peaks that can complicate post-production, while preserving articulate note definition across the full frequency range for clean capture and processing.
Passive Design & Recording Flexibility
Passive construction with 4-conductor wiring unlocks maximum configuration flexibility—series, parallel, and split-coil voicings—enabling you to adapt tone during tracking or re-amp sessions within your existing instrument wiring. The single-coil footprint enables drop-in installation into standard Strat pickguards without routing, making this an accessible upgrade for home-studio setups using original or vintage-spec instruments.
Key Features
- Magnet Type: Alnico II
- Output: Vintage (Bridge 27.2 mV / Neck 20.2 mV)
- Type: Single Coil Size Humbucker
- Bridge DC Resistance: 5.75 kΩ
- Neck DC Resistance: 4.81 kΩ
- Wiring: 4-conductor (series/parallel/split capable)
- EQ Bass: Bridge −5.4 dB / Neck −5.1 dB
- EQ Mid: Bridge −7.4 dB / Neck −7.1 dB
- EQ Treble: Bridge −4.2 dB / Neck −4.5 dB
- Configuration: Passive
- Standard Strat single-coil footprint
This set captures authentic '70s Strat tone with modern recording versatility, making it an excellent choice for producers and engineers seeking vintage warmth with the installation convenience of single-coil dimensions.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Little '78 Strat Parch set brings warm, naturally scooped '70s character to your recordings with the clarity and definition needed for professional mixing. Voiced on Alnico II magnets and tuned to moderate vintage output (27.2 mV bridge / 20.2 mV neck), these pickups sit well in rock and blues sessions without muddy compression or harsh peaks, while the 4-conductor wiring lets you dial in series, parallel, or split configurations to shape your recording tone. Drop-in single-coil footprint means zero routing and fast integration into any standard Strat for session work.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Funk
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these pickups fit my existing Strat without modification?
Yes. The Little '78 uses a standard single-coil footprint and drops directly into any Strat pickguard without routing or enlarging cavities, making this an accessible upgrade for original or vintage-spec instruments.
What genres and playing styles are these best suited for?
These pickups excel in blues, rock, classic rock, and funk. The warm midrange and controlled dynamics make them less ideal for metal, djent, or thrash metal styles that demand higher output and aggressive gain stacking.
What wiring flexibility do these pickups offer?
The 4-conductor passive design supports series, parallel, and split-coil configurations, giving you multiple tonal options within your existing wiring scheme without additional modifications.
How do the bridge and neck outputs compare, and what's the overall tone character?
Bridge output is 27.2 mV and neck is 20.2 mV — vintage-level output that stays responsive and controlled. The tone profile features warm midrange, articulate highs, naturally scooped character, and slight compression that keeps dynamics smooth across the frequency range.
How do these compare to other vintage Strat pickup options?
The Little '78 bridges vintage Alnico II character with modern construction and clarity, sitting tonally between the Fender Custom Shop '69 Strat Pickups and Seymour Duncan SSL-1 Vintage Staggered, while offering more compact humbucker-style construction than traditional single-coils.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $27 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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