Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little 59 Strat Parchment Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11205-22-P
Description
Seymour Duncan SL59-1b Little '59 Strat Parchment Bridge Pickup
The Little '59 captures classic single-coil articulation in a compact humbucker footprint, making it an excellent bridge choice for home-studio setups and retrofit applications. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, this parchment-colored pickup delivers vintage-voiced clarity with presence and harmonic richness—ideal for tracking sessions where definition and note separation matter. The moderate output and ceramic magnet character track cleanly through interfaces and respond predictably to compression, EQ, and drive during the mixing stage.
Tone & Resonance Profile
The 4.6 KHz resonant peak and 7-rated treble response push articulate highs and clear transients forward in a mix, while the 5-rated midrange and 6-rated bass stay focused without masking other instruments. 11.7 kΩ DC resistance and moderate output produce a balanced signal that records cleanly and sits naturally alongside other tracks, respecting your recording chain's headroom and responding well to subtle gain staging adjustments.
Construction & Compatibility
Wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback for noise-free recording sessions, and the four-conductor lead offers coil-split flexibility for expanding your tonal palette across takes. The single-coil-sized humbucker design fits standard bridge humbucker routes without additional modification, simplifying installation on compatible Strat models so you can focus on recording.
Key Features
- Type: Single Coil Size Humbucker
- Position: Bridge
- DC Resistance: 11.7 kΩ
- Impedance: 11.78 kΩ
- Resonant Peak: 4.6 KHz
- Magnet: Ceramic
- Output: Moderate
- EQ Profile: Bass 6 / Mid 5 / Treble 7
- Wax Potted for squeal-free operation
- Four-conductor cable for coil-split compatibility
- 6-string configuration
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
This Little '59 combines vintage single-coil character with humbucking versatility and build quality, delivering articulate, feedback-free recordings in a compact format.
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At a Glance
The Little '59 is a hand-built bridge pickup that captures vintage single-coil character in a compact humbucker footprint, ideal for tracking sessions where articulate highs, clear note separation, and balanced midrange sit well in a mix. Its 11.7 kΩ resistance and moderate output respond predictably to compression and drive without overpowering your signal chain, while wax potting eliminates microphonic noise in close-miked or sensitive recording scenarios. The four-conductor design opens coil-split options for tonal flexibility across multiple takes and arrangements.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this pickup fit my Stratocaster without routing?
Yes—the Little '59 is built in single-coil-sized humbucker format and fits standard bridge humbucker routes on compatible Strat models without additional modification. Installation is straightforward as long as your guitar's bridge cavity is routed for a humbucker.
What genres and playing styles suit this pickup?
The Little '59 is voiced for blues, rock, jazz, and country, where articulate highs and vintage clarity matter most. Its moderate output and balanced EQ favor definition over aggression, so it is not recommended for metal, djent, or thrash styles.
Can I split the coils for more tonal variety?
Yes—the four-conductor lead supports coil-split wiring, giving you single-coil and humbucking voices from one pickup for expanded sonic flexibility.
How does this compare to other vintage-style bridge pickups?
The Little '59 combines the articulation and clarity of a classic single-coil with the feedback immunity and balanced sustain of a humbucker. Its 4.6 kHz resonant peak and ceramic magnet deliver presence without harshness, positioning it between traditional Strat brightness and refined vintage tone.
What output level should I expect?
The pickup has moderate output at 11.7 kΩ DC resistance, respecting your amp's natural breakup and responding predictably to drive pedals without overwhelming your signal chain.
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