Seymour Duncan STK-6B Black

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Seymour Duncan STK-6B Black

Seymour Duncan

STK-6B Black

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 429713
Model: STK-6B Black
Price: $159.50

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The STK-6B Black is a clever upgrade for Strat-style guitars wanting a hum-free, classic single-coil vibe. It nails that warm, articulate tone with a touch of extra punch thanks to the AlNiCo V magnets and overwinding, making it perfect for blues, rock, and clean tones. It's a solid choice if you want a versatile pickup without the noise.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan STK-6B Black
  • Modern Pickup for ST-Style Electric Guitar
  • Hum-free version of the popular SSL Custom Staggered Strat
  • Suitable for neck
  • middle or bridge position
  • Medium-low output
  • Stacked coil
  • Overwound
  • AlNiCo V magnets
  • Staggered polepieces
  • Wax potted
  • DC resistance: 14.5 kOhm
  • Shielded 3-conductor connection cable
  • Black cover
  • Made in USA

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

PROS
  • • AlNiCo V magnets deliver a warm, articulate, and balanced tone.
  • • Stacked design effectively eliminates hum, crucial for single-coil applications.
  • • Wax potting minimizes microphonic noise and enhances reliability.
  • • Staggered polepieces optimize output and string-to-string balance.
CONS
  • • Medium-low output might be limiting for players seeking high-gain distortion.
  • • Black cover can appear visually stark on guitars with lighter finishes.
  • • Limited coil-splitting options compared to some other stacked designs.

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Key Features

Position Neck, Middle, or Bridge
Magnet AlNiCo V
Output Level Medium-low
DC Resistance 14.5 kOhm
Mounting 4-Hole Stratocaster Style
Coil Split Limited – primarily hum-canceling, not a true coil-split

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's essentially a hum-canceling version – the SSL Custom is a popular reference point, but the STK-6B eliminates hum while retaining a similar core tone and feel.
No, the AlNiCo V magnets and the overwinding prevent muddiness; it retains clarity even in the neck position, offering a warm but defined low-end.
The shielded cable significantly reduces hum, but it won’t eliminate all noise sources like ground loops; proper guitar setup and wiring are still important.

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