Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus for Strat Black Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11203-12-Bc
Description
Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus for Strat Black Pickup
The STK-S4n Stack Plus captures the articulate, defined single-coil character essential for neck-position recording without introducing the 60-cycle hum that complicates mixing and post-production. This stacked-coil design preserves the transparent, responsive qualities that sit cleanly in dense arrangements while rejecting unwanted noise at the source. In the studio, this translates to usable tracks that require less filtering and correction during the mix.
Tone & Electronics
The pickup's 9.62 kΩ DC resistance and 5.7 kHz resonant peak provide presence-focused definition that cuts through in layered recording scenarios. The EQ curve of 5 / 4 / 8 (Bass/Mid/Treble) emphasizes clarity in the upper register while preserving controlled low-end response, supporting both clean textures and driven tones across sessions. Hand ground Alnico V rod magnets contribute the natural warmth and tonal complexity that becomes apparent during careful mixing, avoiding the clinical artifacts of lower-cost alternatives.
Design & Build
Construction includes wax potting for stable, predictable output across takes and sessions. The splittable 3-conductor lead wire enables true single-coil operation when desired, allowing flexible recording configurations and supporting post-tracking rewiring if the mix demands a tonal shift. Components are engineered to fit standard Strat neck-position cavities while maintaining consistent performance standards required in professional tracking scenarios.
Key Features
- Hand ground Alnico V rod magnets
- DC Resistance (Neck): 9.62 kΩ
- Resonant Peak (Neck): 5.7 kHz
- EQ: 5 Bass / 4 Mid / 8 Treble
- Wax potted for squeal-free performance
- Passive design (non-active)
- Three conductor shielded cable
- Splittable 3-conductor lead wire for true single-coil operation
- Width: 4.00 inches
- Height: 1.50 inches
- Depth: 7.00 inches
- Weight: 1.00 lbs
The STK-S4n Stack Plus combines single-coil articulation with hum rejection, yielding cleaner recordings and reducing the need for corrective mixing moves on neck-position tracks.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan STK-S4n Stack Plus is a hum-cancelled neck-position pickup engineered to capture articulate, presence-focused single-coil tone in the studio without background noise. Its 9.62 kΩ resistance and 5.7 kHz resonant peak deliver bright, defined upper-midrange character that sits cleanly in recordings across blues, rock, funk, country, and jazz without muddying the low end. The splittable 3-conductor wiring lets you record with true single-coil operation when needed, making it ideal for producers and engineers tracking versatile Strat tones that remain clear and punchy through mixing.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What position is this pickup designed for?
The STK-S4n Stack Plus is engineered specifically for the neck position of a standard Stratocaster. Its compact stacked coil design fits standard Strat neck-position cavities while delivering the articulate, presence-focused tone that works best in that location.
How does the stacked coil design eliminate hum without sounding like a humbucker?
The pickup uses a stacked coil design with hand-ground Alnico V rod magnets to achieve genuine single-coil character while the humbucker-style footprint provides hum cancellation. The result is authentic single-coil articulation and warmth without the background noise of traditional single coils.
What genres and styles is this pickup best suited for?
This pickup excels in blues, rock, funk, country, and jazz where articulate single-coil tone and clarity are valued. Its presence-focused midrange and balanced low end make it responsive to both clean and driven applications, though it is not recommended for metal or djent styles.
What does the splittable 3-conductor lead wire allow me to do?
The splittable lead enables true single-coil operation when needed, giving you maximum wiring versatility and the option to record or perform with different tonal configurations depending on your needs.
What are the specifications and how do they affect the tone?
The pickup has a 9.62 kΩ DC resistance, 5.7 kHz resonant peak, and an EQ curve of 5 Bass / 4 Mid / 8 Treble, creating an articulate upper-midrange presence with brightness while maintaining a balanced low end. Wax potting ensures squeal-free, stable performance over time.
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