Seymour Duncan SLSD-1b Li'l Screamin' Demon 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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- SKU
- 11205-28-C
Description
Seymour Duncan SLSD-1b Li'l Screamin' Demon Cream Pickup
The Li'l Screamin' Demon Cream captures aggressive midrange punch in a single-coil-sized humbucker format, making it a direct drop-in solution for recording rigs that need humbucker character without routing modifications. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA, this pickup combines aggressive voicing with the installation flexibility that modern home studios demand.
Tone & Recording Response
With medium output and a 13.6K DCR, this pickup records articulate, driven tones that cut through mixes without excessive saturation. The ceramic magnet structure ensures bright highs and defined low-end that translate well to tape and digital recording, while the wax-potted construction eliminates microphonic feedback and squeal—critical for capturing clean, focused takes in high-gain settings without unwanted noise artifacts.
Design & Construction
The pickup features a unique slotted and Allen head screw combination that creates different magnetic fields per coil, contributing to its distinctive tonal character that sits well in dense arrangements. Installation is straightforward with the included four-conductor lead wire for flexible wiring options, complete with schematic and mounting hardware—essential for studios managing multiple instruments and configurations.
Key Features
- Single-coil-sized humbucker design
- Medium output level
- 13.6K DC resistance
- Ceramic magnet construction
- 4-conductor lead wire for multiple wiring configurations
- Bridge position
- Wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Unique slotted and Allen head screw combination
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA (USA)
- Includes four-conductor hookup cable
- Includes wiring schematic and mounting screws
The Li'l Screamin' Demon Cream pairs aggressive midrange character with USA hand-built quality and practical versatility for recording setups needing humbucker tone in single-coil-routed instruments.
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At a Glance
This single-coil-sized humbucker packs medium output (13.6K DCR) and aggressive midrange character that cuts through dense mixes without losing definition in the low end. The ceramic magnet construction and wax-potted design eliminate feedback during tracking and overdubs, making it a versatile choice for producing heavy music that needs clarity and punch in post-production.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this pickup fit my guitar without routing modifications?
Yes—the Li'l Screamin' Demon Cream is designed as a single-coil-sized humbucker, so it installs into standard single-coil cavities without any routing work required. It includes mounting hardware and a four-conductor lead wire for straightforward installation.
What genres and tuning styles is this pickup best suited for?
This pickup excels in metal, hard rock, djent, and drop-tuning applications where aggressive midrange punch and articulate driven tones are essential. It is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk styles.
How does the construction prevent feedback in high-gain settings?
The pickup uses wax-potted construction and a unique slotted and Allen head screw combination that eliminates microphonic feedback and squeal. This design ensures reliable, feedback-free operation when driving high-gain amplifiers.
What wiring options does this pickup support?
The pickup ships with a four-conductor lead wire and includes a wiring schematic, allowing flexible wiring configurations to match your guitar's electronics and switching setup.
What is the output level and tonal character?
With a 13.6K DCR and medium output, the Li'l Screamin' Demon Cream produces articulate tones without excessive saturation. The ceramic magnet structure delivers bright highs, defined low-end, and aggressive midrange character.
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