Seymour Duncan SCR-1B Cool Rails ST Bridge BK

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Seymour Duncan SCR-1B Cool Rails ST Bridge BK

Seymour Duncan

SCR-1B Cool Rails ST Bridge BK

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 556704
Model: SCR-1B Cool Rails ST Bridge BK
Price: $148.50

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The SCR-1B is a clever pickup—it gives you that classic Strat single-coil chime but with the noise cancellation of a humbucker. If you're a blues or rock player who wants a balanced, smooth tone and a little extra punch without the hum, this is a really solid option. It’s a great upgrade for Strats needing a more modern voice.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan SCR-1B Cool Rails ST Bridge BK
  • Pickup for Electric Guitar
  • Humbucker in single coil format
  • For the bridge position
  • Balanced
  • smooth
  • bluesy tone with dynamic highs and scooped midrange
  • Dual coil
  • Ceramic magnet
  • DC resistance: 10.6 kOhm
  • Shielded 4-core connection cable
  • Medium output
  • Colour: Black
  • Made in USA

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • The ceramic magnet delivers a tight, focused low-end response and clarity.
  • • Shielded cable minimizes noise, a crucial detail for clean recordings and stage use.
  • • Provides a convincing single-coil tone with the hum-canceling benefits of a humbucker.
  • • Well-built, typical Seymour Duncan quality – robust construction and reliable performance.
CONS
  • • Scooped midrange might not suit players seeking a very full, vintage Strat tone.
  • • The ceramic magnet lacks the warmth and complexity of an Alnico option.
  • • While versatile, it’s most suited to blues, rock, and lighter genres; less ideal for high-gain metal.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Ceramic
Output Level Medium
DC Resistance 10.6 kOhm
Mounting Standard Stratocaster/Tremolo Mounting
Coil Split Yes, provides a brighter, more articulate single-coil tone

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SCR-1B leans towards a more balanced and bluesy tone, while the HS Trem is often described as having a hotter, more aggressive character. It's a matter of preference, but the SCR-1B is generally more refined.
Generally, yes, but you might need to file the pickup cavity slightly depending on your Strat's specific build and tolerances. It’s a tight fit, so be prepared for a little adjustment.
It’s genuinely useful—the coil-split tone is surprisingly good for classic country or clean rhythm parts, offering a brighter, more defined sound than you might expect from a humbucker-based split.

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