Seymour Duncan STK-S2b Hot Stack for Strat Black Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11203-03-Bc
Description
Seymour Duncan STK-S2b Hot Stack for Strat Black Pickup
The STK-S2b Hot Stack is a high-output bridge pickup engineered to capture aggressive, articulate tones in a single-coil-sized footprint. Designed for Stratocasters, this stacked-coil design slots directly into your bridge position without routing, delivering the punch and clarity needed to cut through dense mixes while maintaining authentic single-coil compatibility.
Design & Construction
Built with a double-coil stacked design and blade magnet construction, the STK-S2b achieves high output while eliminating the hum that compromises recording clarity in traditional single coils. The wax potting ensures stable, squeal-free tracking under high gain—essential when layering aggressive rhythm or lead parts in the studio.
Tone & Output Character
The ceramic bar magnet paired with dual stacked coils produces bright, articulate attack with substantial midrange presence that sits naturally in rock, metal, and hard-hitting productions. This bridge-specific design prioritizes definition and presence, delivering the aggressive character that translates well to both clean and saturated recording scenarios.
Key Features
- Double-coil stacked design for high output
- Ceramic bar magnet construction
- Blade magnet configuration for consistent response
- Single-coil-sized form factor—no routing required
- Bridge position specification
- Wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Four-conductor hookup cable included
- Black cover finish
- Weight: 0.50 LBS
The STK-S2b is a direct replacement pickup for producers and engineers tracking high-output guitar tones with minimum fuss and maximum recording reliability.
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At a Glance
The STK-S2b Hot Stack delivers bright, articulate midrange punch in a single-coil footprint, making it a versatile bridge pickup for recording high-gain rock and metal tracks. Its ceramic magnet and stacked-coil design capture clarity and cut through dense mixes, with wax potting ensuring clean, squeal-free tracking at any input level.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the STK-S2b different from a standard single-coil Strat pickup?
The STK-S2b uses a double-coil stacked design with a ceramic bar magnet to deliver high output and eliminate the hum inherent to traditional single coils, while maintaining the same physical size so it drops directly into your bridge cavity without routing.
Is this pickup suitable for blues and jazz?
No; the STK-S2b is voiced specifically for rock, metal, hard rock, and drop-tuning applications. Its aggressive character, high output, and bright articulate attack are optimized for high-gain playing rather than the smoother, more nuanced tone blues and jazz players typically seek.
Will this pickup fit my Stratocaster without modifications?
Yes. The STK-S2b is designed as a bridge-position drop-in replacement for standard single-coil Strat cavities and requires no routing or body modifications.
What's included with the pickup?
The STK-S2b comes with a four-conductor hookup cable and a black cover finish, ready to install into your bridge position.
Will this pickup squeal under high gain?
No. The pickup is wax potted specifically to eliminate squealing and feedback under high-gain playing dynamics, a critical feature for bridge pickups that handle intense picking.
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