Seymour Duncan STR-1 CHR T-Style Neck CR
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Seymour Duncan
STR-1 CHR T-Style Neck CR
Product Info
Article Number:
116609
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
STR-1 CHR T-Style Neck CR
Category:
Single Coil Pickups
Price:
$127.60
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This STR-1 is a fantastic choice if you’re chasing that authentic, slightly scooped, vintage Tele neck tone. It’s a remarkably accurate recreation of a '54 Fender pickup – warm, articulate, and with a touch of that classic Telecaster growl. Perfect for blues, country, and classic rock players wanting a genuine vintage vibe.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan STR-1 CHR T-Style Neck CR
- Pickup For Electric Guitar
- Housing: Single Coil
- Original series
- Vintage T-Style
- Suitable for the neck position
- An exact copy of the 1954 Fender telecaster pickup
- With chrome cover
PROS
- • Faithful recreation of a '54 Telecaster neck pickup’s character and tone.
- • Chrome cover offers a classic aesthetic and some shielding.
- • Alnico 5 magnet provides a balanced, articulate, and slightly warmer tone.
- • Excellent build quality; Duncan’s reputation for reliable components shines through.
CONS
- • Limited tonal versatility; best suited for vintage-style Telecaster tones.
- • May require modification for non-standard Telecaster routing.
- • Output level might be too low for modern high-gain playing styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Neck
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
Medium
DC Resistance
6.2k Ohms
Mounting
Four-hole Telecaster style
Cover
Chrome
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's impressively close, capturing much of the sonic character, though subtle differences in winding and materials may exist, resulting in a slightly cleaner sound.
It’s designed to complement a vintage-style bridge pickup, so a significantly hotter bridge might create an imbalance; consider pairing with a similarly voiced pickup for best results.
Yes, the cover is easily removable with a screwdriver, allowing you to achieve a traditional single-coil appearance.
