Seymour Duncan STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus Cream Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
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- 11203-13-Cr
Description
Seymour Duncan STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus Cream Pickup
The STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus captures aggressive, articulate transients in a compact single-coil footprint while eliminating hum—a critical advantage for tracking high-gain rhythm parts and solos without compromising bridge-pickup clarity. This stacked-coil design delivers the bright, punchy character needed in dense mixes while maintaining definition through distortion and effects chains.
Tone & Output Character
With a DC resistance of 20.26 kΩ and Alnico V rod magnets, this pickup produces the hot, defined response ideal for tracking rock, metal, and blues-rock sessions. The resonant peak of 3.23 kHz combined with an EQ curve of 5 Bass / 7 Midrange / 4 Treble emphasizes articulate midrange punch—essential for maintaining lead clarity and rhythm definition in layered productions.
Recording & Switching Capability
Built in cream-colored housing, the STK-S9b pairs seamlessly with vintage-style Strat platforms in studio setups. The included three-conductor hook-up cable enables true single-coil mode switching, allowing engineers to capture both full-output and classic single-coil voicings within a single session without resorting to multiple instruments or pickups.
Key Features
- Stacked-coil single-coil-size noiseless bridge pickup
- Alnico V rod magnets
- DC resistance: 20.26 kΩ
- Resonant peak: 3.23 KHz
- EQ curve: 5 Bass / 7 Midrange / 4 Treble
- Three-conductor cable for single-coil mode switching
- Cream finish housing
- High-output design optimized for rock and metal
The STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus combines hot output, hum-free tracking, and tonal versatility in a format that fits any standard single-coil bridge cavity, making it essential for producers building flexible instrument rigs.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus is a high-output noiseless bridge pickup engineered to capture aggressive, articulate tone with a pronounced midrange peak ideal for rock and metal recording sessions. The stacked-coil design eliminates hum in the studio environment while the three-conductor cable allows you to switch between full output and a brighter single-coil voice within a single track or take. Choose this pickup if you're tracking heavy material and need a dependable, hum-free bridge that sits clearly in dense mixes without losing definition.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Blues
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this pickup fit my Stratocaster?
Yes—the STK-S9b Hot Stack Plus is designed for any standard single-coil bridge cavity on a Stratocaster or compatible offset body. It maintains the compact single-coil footprint while delivering high output.
Does this pickup really eliminate hum?
Yes. The stacked-coil design eliminates the 60-cycle hum that typically plagues hot bridge pickups, especially in high-gain or studio contexts where noise is critical to control.
What does the three-conductor cable do?
The three-conductor hook-up cable enables true single-coil mode switching, allowing you to toggle between the full hot output and a classic, brighter single-coil voice from your guitar's controls.
Is this pickup suitable for jazz or blues?
This pickup is optimized for rock, metal, and hard rock; it is not designed for jazz. It can work in blues-rock applications where high output and punch are priorities, but may be too aggressive for traditional blues styles.
What is the DC resistance and output level?
The STK-S9b has a DC resistance of 20.26 kΩ and is a high-output design with Alnico V rod magnets, delivering a resonant peak at 3.23 kHz and a midrange-forward EQ curve (5 Bass / 7 Midrange / 4 Treble).
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