Seymour Duncan Hot Chicken ST
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Seymour Duncan
Hot Chicken ST - Pickup Set
Product Info
Article Number:
599335
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
Hot Chicken ST - Pickup Set
Category:
Single Coil Pickups
Price:
$526.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Hot Chicken ST set is a modern twist on classic Strat tones, dialed up for country and rock players needing to cut through a mix. Their high output and noise-canceling design deliver serious punch and clarity, though they sacrifice a bit of that traditional single-coil chime. If you're chasing that aggressive, twangy sound, these are a fantastic choice.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan Hot Chicken ST - Pickup Set
- Set of Pickups for Electric Guitar
- 3 Stacked coil single coils
- Customised to the needs of modern country guitarists
- Noise-cancelling stacked pickups with amplified output that cut through any mix
- Stacked coils
- Low output
- Magnet material: Alnico V magnets
- DC resistance bridge: 23.72 kOhm
- DC resistance middle: 22.46 kOhm
- DC resistance neck: 22.46 kOhm
- Shielded 4-wire connection cable
- Cover colour: Black
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Alnico V magnets deliver a powerful, articulate, and slightly aggressive tone.
- • Stacked design effectively cancels noise, crucial for modern country and pedal-heavy rigs.
- • Shielded 4-wire connections provide excellent signal integrity and switching options.
- • Seymour Duncan's build quality ensures reliability and longevity – these are built to last.
CONS
- • The 'Hot' designation can be overwhelming for players seeking a more subtle, vintage tone.
- • Stacked coils can sometimes exhibit a slightly 'sterile' character compared to traditional single coils.
- • Premium-priced, making them a significant investment for many guitarists.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge, Middle, Neck
Magnet
Alnico V
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
Bridge: 23.72 kOhm, Middle: 22.46 kOhm, Neck: 22.46 kOhm
Mounting
Standard Stratocaster/Tremolo Routing
Cover
Black
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Frequently Asked Questions
They’re significantly hotter and more aggressive, lacking some of the airy, nuanced qualities of vintage Strat pickups. Expect more bite and sustain.
They're designed for Strat-style routing, but with careful wiring, they can be adapted to a humbucker guitar for a unique tonal blend, though it may require some experimentation.
Absolutely! While designed with country in mind, their high output and clarity work well in rock, blues, and even funk – just be aware of the increased output.
