Seymour Duncan SSL-2 with white cap

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Seymour Duncan SSL-2 with white cap

Seymour Duncan

SSL-2 with white cap

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Product Info

Article Number: 161954
Model: SSL-2 with white cap
Price: $119.90

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The SSL-2 is a fantastic choice for players chasing that classic, glassy Strat tone, especially those who’ve been frustrated by the uneven string volume often found in vintage-style pickups. It's a budget-friendly upgrade that delivers a noticeable improvement in balance and clarity – perfect for blues, classic rock, and clean rhythm work.

Product Description

Seymour Duncan SSL-2 with white cap, Pickups for Electric Guitar

The Seymour Duncan SSL-2 delivers vintage sound without the usual problems with unbalanced volume of the different strings. When the typical staggering of the individual polepieces was developed, the G string was generally wound and correspondingly quieter. With modern sets of strings, however, this results in an overemphasis of the thick blank G-string - not that tragic, but audible and disturbing under certain circumstances.

  • Otherwise - as said before: Vintage strat sound; what more do you want?
  • Single coil
  • Alnico V magnets
  • Suitable for neck
  • center or bridge position
  • DC Resistance: 6.60 kO
  • Resonance frequency: 9.00 kHz
  • 2-Core
  • waxed and sheathed cable
  • Black coil body with white cap
PROS
  • • Alnico V magnets deliver a clear, articulate vintage tone.
  • • Improved G-string balance eliminates a common single-coil issue.
  • • Waxed and sheathed cable minimizes noise and microphonics.
  • • White cap adds a touch of classic aesthetic appeal.
CONS
  • • Output is moderate; won't suit players needing high gain.
  • • Alnico V can be slightly overwound for a truly 'scooped' vintage feel.
  • • Limited versatility; best suited for traditional Strat-style music.

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Key Features

Position Neck, Center, or Bridge
Magnet Alnico V
Output Level Moderate
DC Resistance 6.60 kO
Mounting Standard 3-hole Stratocaster mount
Cover White

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Frequently Asked Questions

Seymour Duncan specifically addressed the G-string volume imbalance with staggered pole pieces, providing a more even output compared to many older designs.
While they capture the vintage vibe, the Alnico V magnets offer a slightly more defined midrange compared to some truly scooped vintage pickups – providing a bit more clarity and punch.
The moderate output makes them better suited for cleaner or slightly driven tones; high-gain players will likely find them lacking in the necessary output.

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