Seymour Duncan Psychedelic Strat Middle RWRP Black 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
- 11201-17-RwRp-B
Description
Seymour Duncan Psychedelic Strat Middle RWRP Black Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Psychedelic Strat Middle RWRP Black delivers the shimmering, articulate midrange character essential for capturing psychedelic and classic rock tones in the studio. Built with reverse wound, reverse polarity configuration, this middle pickup hum-cancels perfectly when paired with standard north-pole pickups in neck and bridge positions. The result is a versatile middle-position voice that maintains clarity and definition across all five-way switch positions, translating transparently to tape or DAW.
Tone & Recording Performance
The Alnico V rod magnets provide a bright, articulate response with excellent string definition and natural chime—capturing funk, rock, and clean tones that cut through a dense mix with precision. At 6.07k ohms DC resistance, the middle pickup sits in a sweet spot between vintage warmth and modern clarity, offering balanced output that integrates seamlessly with standard Strat pickup sets while maintaining its own distinctive character in session work.
Design & Build
This is a passive pickup with a single conductor cloth cable, designed for straightforward drop-in installation into any standard Stratocaster middle position route. The RWRP (reverse wound, reverse polarity) configuration eliminates hum in positions 2 and 4 of your five-way switch, essential for noise-free middle-pickup tones when recording single-coil guitars.
Key Features
- Alnico V rod magnets
- DC Resistance: 6.07k ohms
- RWRP (reverse wound, reverse polarity) middle pickup
- Passive design
- Single conductor cloth cable
- Drop-in Stratocaster middle position compatibility
- Hum-canceling in positions 2 and 4 of five-way switch
- Bright, articulate midrange character
- Vintage-inspired Psychedelic voicing
The Psychedelic Strat Middle RWRP pairs authoritative vintage tone with practical hum-canceling performance, delivering authentic classic rock and psychedelic textures for recording sessions without compromise.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Psychedelic Strat Middle RWRP Black captures the shimmering, articulate midrange character essential to classic rock, psychedelic, and funk recordings, with Alnico V magnets delivering natural chime and string definition that sits perfectly in a mix. Its RWRP configuration eliminates hum in middle-pickup positions, giving you clean, usable tones across all five-way switch positions during recording and overdubbing. At 6.07k ohms, the pickup balances vintage warmth with modern clarity—ideal for layering clean textures and achieving that iconic psychedelic shimmer without noise.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Psychedelic Rock
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Blues
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does RWRP mean and why does it matter?
RWRP stands for reverse wound, reverse polarity. This configuration cancels hum when the middle pickup is used alone or in combination with neck and bridge pickups in positions 2 and 4 of your five-way switch, giving you noise-free tones across all switch positions on a single-coil Stratocaster.
Will this pickup work with my existing Strat pickups?
Yes. At 6.07k ohms, the Psychedelic middle pickup is voiced to integrate seamlessly with standard Strat pickup sets in neck and bridge positions, maintaining balanced output and clarity whether you're using it solo or in combination.
What genres and tones is this pickup best suited for?
The bright, articulate character and natural chime make it ideal for classic rock, psychedelic rock, funk, and blues—especially clean tones that need to cut through a mix. It is not designed for metal or djent styles.
Is installation straightforward?
Yes. The pickup is a passive design with a single conductor cloth cable and drops into any standard Stratocaster middle position route without modification.
How does the tone compare to vintage Strat pickups?
The Psychedelic delivers vintage-inspired warmth and character with the added benefit of modern clarity and string definition, striking a balance between authenticity and contemporary responsiveness ideal for recording and live performance.
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