Seymour Duncan SSL-4
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Seymour Duncan
SSL-4
Product Info
Article Number:
176035
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
SSL-4
Category:
Single Coil Pickups
Price:
$119.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SSL-4 is a fantastic upgrade for Strat-style guitars needing more bite. It gives you that classic single-coil snap, but with a serious power boost – perfect for blues, rock, and even some modern genres where you want more drive without distortion. It’s a well-built pickup that punches way above its weight class.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan SSL-4
- Pickup for Electric Guitars
- Model: Single coil
- "Quarter Pound Flat"
- More than twice the power of traditional single coils
- No cover
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Increased output delivers a hotter, more aggressive single-coil tone.
- • Quarter Pound Flat winding provides enhanced clarity and string definition.
- • Alnico 5 magnet offers a balanced, articulate vintage-style sound.
- • Open-ended design allows for greater breathing room and high-frequency response.
CONS
- • Lack of cover can result in more hum and noise in noisy environments.
- • Higher output may be too aggressive for players seeking a very mellow vintage tone.
- • Wiring can be slightly more complex compared to covered pickups.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
9.5
DC Resistance
6.1 kOhms
Mounting
Four-Hole
Cover
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's hotter and clearer than many vintage pickups, retaining the core single-coil character but with improved articulation and a more robust output.
Being open-ended, it will pick up more ambient noise than a covered pickup; a good quality ground and shielding can help mitigate this.
Yes, it provides a tighter feel and improved string response compared to standard windings, making bends feel more precise.
