Seymour Duncan ST59-1 Little '59 Tele BR BK
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Seymour Duncan
ST59-1 Little '59 Tele BR BK
Product Info
Article Number:
100079
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
ST59-1 Little '59 Tele BR BK
Category:
Humbuckers in Single-Coil Size
Price:
$163.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Little '59 is a clever upgrade for your Tele bridge. It nails that classic Tele twang with a bit more bite and clarity than many vintage-style pickups, and the coil-splitting option opens up a surprising range of tones – great for country, blues, and even some rock. It's a solid choice if you want a familiar feel with a modern edge.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan ST59-1 Little '59 Tele BR BK
- Pickup
- Humbucker in single coil- format
- Direct exchange without modification of the instrument
- Position: Bridge
- Output: Medium
- Connections: 4-wire
- DC resistance: 17.7 kOhm
- Magnet Material: Ceramic
- Colour: Black
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Ceramic magnet delivers a tight, focused low-end response.
- • 4-wire construction enables true coil-splitting for versatile tones.
- • Little '59 voicing provides a balanced, articulate vintage Tele sound.
- • Direct drop-in replacement simplifies installation in most Telecaster bridges.
CONS
- • Ceramic magnet lacks the warmth and complexity of Alnico options.
- • Output level might be too low for players seeking high-gain distortion.
- • Black bobbin finish can appear visually stark on certain Telecaster aesthetics.
- • 17.7kΩ DC resistance may require tweaking with certain pots/caps.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Ceramic
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
17.7 kOhm
Mounting
Direct Replacement
Coil Split
Yes, 4-wire
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s hotter and tighter, offering more focused lows and a slightly more aggressive edge while retaining the Tele’s characteristic clarity.
Yes, it’s designed as a direct replacement; however, the higher DC resistance might necessitate adjusting pot values for optimal performance.
It’s genuinely useful; you get a surprisingly convincing single-coil tone that’s clear and articulate, not just a weak humbucker imitation.
