DiMarzio SDS-1 DP 111 BK
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DiMarzio
SDS-1 DP 111 BK
Product Info
Article Number:
220491
Brand:
DiMarzio
Model:
SDS-1 DP 111 BK
Category:
Single Coil Pickups
Price:
$86.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SDS-1 is a surprisingly versatile pickup for a budget-friendly price. It’s a great option if you want a warmer, rounder single-coil tone, perfect for blues, vintage rock, or country players who want to tame some of the harshness often found in standard single coils.
Product Description
- DiMarzio SDS-1 DP 111 BK
- Single Coil Pickup
- With ceramic magnets
- 2-wire
- Less high-pitched and lower bass than usual single coils
- Round
- dark overall tone
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Ceramic magnets provide a surprisingly thick, responsive low-end.
- • The 2-wire design simplifies wiring and offers tonal flexibility.
- • Darker tone cuts through mixes without harshness or brittleness.
- • Well-built, reliable construction typical of DiMarzio quality.
CONS
- • Lacks the bright, glassy articulation of Alnico single coils.
- • Limited versatility; not ideal for heavily distorted, modern genres.
- • Can sound a bit muddy with overly thick or complex chord voicings.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Ceramic
Output Level
Medium-High
DC Resistance
6.2 kΩ
Mounting
4-Hole
Cover
Black Plastic
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s darker and has more low-end than a typical Fender bridge pickup, lacking some of the characteristic 'snap' but offering more sustain and a smoother feel.
Yes, it’s designed to fit standard Stratocaster routings, though the darker tone will alter the guitar’s overall sonic profile considerably.
While ceramic magnets can sometimes sound harsh, DiMarzio’s design keeps the tone balanced and avoids the brittle highs often associated with ceramics – it’s a surprisingly smooth experience.
