Seymour Duncan SDBR-1n Duckbuckers for Strat Cream 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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- 11205-35-C
Description
Seymour Duncan SDBR-1n Duckbuckers for Strat Cream Pickup
The SDBR-1n Duckbuckers capture articulate, vintage-voiced humbucker character in a single-coil Stratocaster format, delivering the clarity and responsiveness that translate well to tape and digital recording alike. These pickups drop into standard Strat routing, offering hum-canceling performance and flexible wiring options that expand your sonic palette during tracking and mixing without requiring routing modifications.
Tone & Voice
Vintage output paired with a ceramic bar magnet produces balanced, musical tones with natural compression and sustain that sit cleanly in dense mixes. The split-pole design with three adjustable pole pieces per coil ensures even string response across the Stratocaster's width while eliminating the hum that complicates recording and overdubbing workflows.
Design & Build
Constructed entirely in Santa Barbara, CA, each pickup features wax potting for stable, consistent operation across multiple takes and session setups. The 4-conductor lead wire accommodates series wiring via push/pull switch or mini-toggle, allowing you to reconfig the pickup into a hotter humbucker voice during tracking or post-session adjustments.
Key Features
- Vintage output single-coil sized humbucker
- Ceramic bar magnet
- Six fully adjustable pole pieces with split-pole pattern (three per coil)
- 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring configurations
- Wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Drop-in replacement for standard Stratocaster-style pickup rout
- Series wiring capable via push/pull switch or mini-toggle for hotter tone
The SDBR-1n bridges traditional single-coil character with modern humbucker versatility, making it an intelligent choice for home studios and session rigs seeking articulation, noise rejection, and tonal range for both recording and live applications.
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At a Glance
The SDBR-1n Duckbuckers capture balanced, vintage-character tones with hum-canceling performance and adjustable pole pieces for even string response across your Stratocaster. The 4-conductor wiring enables series operation via push/pull switch, giving you tonal range from articulate single-coil character to a hotter humbucker voice—ideal for tracking blues, rock, and indie sessions where noise-free recording and versatile tone shaping matter.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these pickups fit my Stratocaster without routing?
Yes, the SDBR-1n is a drop-in replacement for standard Stratocaster-style pickup routes and integrates seamlessly into existing Strat wiring.
Can I switch between single-coil and humbucker tones on one pickup?
The 4-conductor lead wire supports series wiring via a push/pull switch or mini-toggle, allowing you to transform the pickup into a hotter humbucker voice on demand.
Are these pickups good for metal or high-gain styles?
No; the SDBR-1n is voiced for blues, rock, indie, and studio sessions with articulate, balanced tones and natural breakup—they're not designed for metal or thrash metal applications.
What makes these pickups reliable for touring and gigging?
Each pickup is hand-built in Santa Barbara with wax potting for squeal-free, stable operation under stage conditions, and features adjustable pole pieces to maintain even string response.
How do the Duckbuckers compare to traditional single-coil pickups?
They deliver single-coil Stratocaster clarity and response without hum, thanks to a split-pole design with three adjustable pole pieces per coil and hum-canceling performance from a ceramic bar magnet.
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