Seymour Duncan SSL-5 RW/RP Custom Staggered

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Seymour Duncan SSL-5 RW/RP Custom Staggered

Seymour Duncan

SSL-5 RW/RP Custom Staggered

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 172712
Model: SSL-5 RW/RP Custom Staggered
Price: $130.90

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This SSL-5 RW/RP is a seriously clever pickup. It’s got a hotter, more aggressive voice than your typical Strat single-coil, while still retaining that familiar chime. Ideal for players wanting a modern edge with a vintage vibe, especially those playing rock, pop, or country.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan SSL-5 RW/RP Custom Staggered
  • Pickup
  • Custom staggered strat
  • Reversed polarities and winding
  • Position: Bridge / Middle / Neck
  • Due to its powerful magnetic field and its special coil; more output
  • more sustain and perfect harmonics .
PROS
  • • Unique reversed winding provides unexpected harmonic complexity.
  • • Custom staggered pole pieces maximize output and clarity.
  • • Alnico 5 magnet delivers a balanced, articulate tone.
  • • Solid construction ensures long-term reliability and consistent performance.
CONS
  • • Can be microphonic, susceptible to picking noise at high gain.
  • • Reversed polarity might require wiring adjustments in some configurations.
  • • While versatile, it leans toward brighter tones; darker sounds are less accessible.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge/Middle/Neck
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level High
DC Resistance 5.2k Ohms
Mounting Four-Hole
Cover White

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Frequently Asked Questions

The reversed winding introduces a subtle phase shift, leading to increased upper harmonics and a slightly more complex, almost shimmering quality.
It should, but be prepared to potentially adjust your pots or capacitor to optimize the tone, as the higher output might require some tweaking.
Yes, the staggered poles will require a bit more careful height adjustment to avoid string contact, and the overall pickup height will be slightly higher.

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