Seymour Duncan SA-3HC Hum-Canceling Woody, 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
- 11500-31-BLK
Description
Seymour Duncan SA-3HC Hum-Canceling Woody, Black Pickup
The SA-3HC Hum-Canceling Woody mounts invisibly into any acoustic guitar's soundhole, capturing a fatter, more compressed signal without altering your instrument's appearance or requiring any modification. This noiseless magnetic pickup eliminates the 60-cycle hum that plagues standard single-coil designs while maintaining moderate output and transparent response. Instant installation and zero onboard electronics make this a streamlined solution for recording sessions and live tracking where reliable amplified tone is essential.
Design & Installation
The pickup fits standard soundholes measuring 3.75″ to 4.0″ and arrives in a black stained finish that blends seamlessly with most acoustic interiors. Double-potted construction resists feedback, and the instant-mount design requires no drilling, routing, or permanent modifications—removal is just as straightforward, making it ideal for studio work with multiple instruments.
Recording & Mixing Integration
Hum-canceling circuitry eliminates unwanted noise for clean tracking while delivering a warmer, more compressed character compared to single-coil alternatives—a sonic advantage when layering acoustic textures in a mix. The included 14-foot low-capacitance cable maintains signal clarity from soundhole to interface or amplifier, and passive operation means no batteries or onboard preamps to manage during sessions.
Key Features
- Passive, noiseless magnetic soundhole pickup
- Hum-canceling design for clean, noise-free operation
- Fits standard soundholes 3.75″ (94mm) to 4.0″ (100mm)
- Black stained finish housing
- Double-potted for feedback resistance
- Fatter, more compressed tone than single-coil designs
- Moderate output level
- Includes 14-foot studio-quality low-capacitance cable
- Instant-mount installation with no guitar modifications
- No batteries or onboard preamps required
- Not compatible with nylon-string guitars
The SA-3HC delivers transparent, hum-free amplified tone for tracking and mixing without compromising your acoustic's voice or requiring permanent alterations.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SA-3HC is a passive hum-canceling soundhole pickup that captures warm, slightly compressed acoustic tone with zero electrical noise, making it ideal for home recording and studio sessions where silence and tonal honesty matter. Its moderate output and transparent response sit naturally in a mix, and the included 14-foot low-capacitance cable preserves signal clarity from source to interface—no preamps or batteries required, just clean sound. Choose this for straightforward, hassle-free acoustic recording when you want to eliminate hum while keeping the pickup invisible and removable.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ acoustic live performance
- ✓ studio sessions
- ✓ gigging
- ✓ folk
- ✓ singer-songwriter
Not the best pick for
- – nylon-string classical guitars
- – purely unplugged playing
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this pickup work on my nylon-string classical guitar?
No—the SA-3HC is designed for steel-string acoustics only and is not compatible with nylon-string guitars.
Does it require any permanent modifications to my guitar?
No. The pickup mounts invisibly inside the soundhole with instant-mount design, requires no drilling or routing, and can be removed completely without any trace.
Do I need batteries or a preamp?
No. The SA-3HC is entirely passive—no batteries, no onboard electronics, and no external preamp required. Just plug the included 14-foot cable directly into your amplifier or interface.
Will it fit my acoustic?
The pickup fits standard soundholes measuring 3.75 inches to 4.0 inches. Check your guitar's soundhole diameter before purchasing.
How does the tone compare to other acoustic pickups?
The SA-3HC delivers a warmer, more compressed character than single-coil designs while eliminating 60-cycle hum entirely. Double-potted construction resists feedback, and the moderate output maintains transparent response without coloring your acoustic's natural voice.
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