Seymour Duncan Pickguard Assy, CA 50s Set, White Pickup
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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
- 11550-01-W
Description
Seymour Duncan Pickguard Assy, CA 50s Set, White Pickup
This Seymour Duncan CA 50s Set captures articulate, bell-like vintage single-coil character with responsive dynamics that translate clearly through recording chains and sit naturally in dense mixes. The white pickguard assembly arrives fully wired and potted, ready to drop into any standard Strat configuration for immediate tracking sessions. Built entirely in the USA, this setup prioritizes period-correct construction and hand-finished components that deliver authentic 1950s Fender-style tone on tape.
Tone & Electronics
The three-pickup set pairs Alnico V hand-ground magnets with heavy Formvar wire to achieve 6.5k DCR and a 10 kHz resonance peak characteristic of vintage designs. The standard wound neck, reverse wind/reverse policity (RWRP) middle, and slightly overwound bridge configuration minimizes hum in the middle position while preserving classic single-coil articulation across all selections—critical for clean recording without noise gates or excessive processing.
Construction & Hardware
Waxed and tinned cloth pushback hook-up wires, traditional keyed bottom plates, and Bourns potentiometers with USA-sized knurled shafts reflect meticulous vintage-spec assembly that ensures consistent output impedance and tonal stability across tracking takes. The 3-ply white pickguard features an 11-screw hole USA pattern and mounts directly to any standard Stratocaster body; all pickups are potted after winding for consistent performance and durability in the studio.
Key Features
- Alnico V hand-ground rod magnets for vintage tonal character
- 6.5k DCR per coil with 10 kHz resonance frequency
- Three-pickup set: standard wound neck, RWRP middle, slightly overwound bridge
- Single-coil design, 6-string configuration, Strat mount
- Heavy Formvar wire and period-correct magnet stagger
- Potted after winding for stable output and reduced noise
- White 3-ply pickguard with 11-screw USA pattern
- Waxed and tinned cloth pushback wires with traditional keyed bottom plate
- Bourns potentiometers with vintage-style 5-way switch and matching knobs
- 2-conductor wiring design
- Made in the United States
This assembly combines hand-crafted pickup construction with ready-to-install convenience, delivering authentic 50s tone for professional tracking and mixing without compromise.
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At a Glance
This Seymour Duncan CA 50s Set is a complete, pre-wired pickguard assembly engineered to capture vintage single-coil articulation and warmth in your recordings, ideal for blues, rock, country, and indie sessions where classic Strat tone matters. The Alnico V magnets and heavy Formvar wire deliver a 6.5k DCR with a 10 kHz resonance peak that sits naturally in mixes, while the RWRP middle configuration reduces unwanted hum during layered tracking. Install it once and record with confidence—no soldering required.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Indie
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly comes in the box?
The CA 50s Set includes a complete white 3-ply pickguard assembly with three hand-wound pickups (neck, RWRP middle, and bridge), fully wired and potted. All controls, switches, and potentiometers are pre-installed and ready to mount directly into any standard Stratocaster body.
Will this reduce hum compared to standard single-coil pickups?
Yes. The reverse-wound, reverse-polarity (RWRP) middle pickup cancels hum when the selector is in the 2-5 positions (neck-middle and middle-bridge combinations), while preserving classic single-coil tone in all three positions.
What skill level do I need to install this?
Installation is straightforward for intermediate players and up—simply unscrew your current pickguard, disconnect the old wiring, and drop in the new assembly. The entire CA 50s Set arrives pre-wired and potted, so no soldering or component knowledge is required.
Is this made in the USA?
Yes. The pickups are hand-wound in the USA using Alnico V magnets, heavy Formvar wire, and vintage-spec components including Bourns potentiometers and waxed cloth wiring.
What genres does this work best for?
The CA 50s Set excels in blues, rock, country, and indie music where vintage single-coil articulation and responsiveness are valued. It is not optimized for metal or djent styles that typically favor higher-output, darker-voiced pickups.
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