Seymour Duncan STR-2

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Seymour Duncan STR-2

Seymour Duncan

STR-2

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 250817
Model: STR-2
Price: $127.60

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The STR-2 is a seriously hot single coil, perfect for players who want that T-style bite with extra punch and sustain. It's a great upgrade for a vintage-style guitar needing more grit, or a modern instrument wanting a unique, aggressive voice – just be mindful of your other pickups’ voicing.

Product Description

Seymour Duncan STR-2, Hot T-Style Rhythm Pickup, A single coil that can rival any humbucker, Special coil winding provides snappy highs and mids, Colour: Chrome cover neck

PROS
  • • Delivers surprisingly high output for a single coil, rivaling many humbuckers.
  • • The custom coil winding provides a focused, articulate midrange response.
  • • Chrome cover adds a vintage aesthetic and reduces unwanted string noise.
  • • Seymour Duncan's quality control ensures consistent performance and reliable construction.
CONS
  • • Can be overly aggressive for players seeking a truly mellow, vintage tone.
  • • The hotter output might clash with other pickups if not carefully balanced.
  • • Limited tonal versatility compared to more complex pickup designs.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Neck
Magnet Alnico 5
Output Level 9.5
DC Resistance 6.2 kΩ
Mounting Four-hole
Cover Chrome

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's significantly hotter and more aggressive, with a tighter low-end and more prominent midrange – expect a noticeable change in tone.
It's crucial to balance the output; you might need to experiment with capacitor values to avoid an overly muddy or harsh sound.
While Alnico 5 is common, Duncan’s winding pattern in the STR-2 is what creates the unique high-output characteristic, not just the magnet itself.

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