Seymour Duncan SLS-1B - Lipstick Strat Cust Nickel
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A revamped 'Dano' lipstick for Strat-type guitars
The SLS-1B is part of Seymour Duncan's Lipstick Tube Strat family: the idea is simple, to recapture the crisp and sparkling character of the famous lipstick pickups while maintaining a clean integration on a Strat-style guitar. This bridge version is intentionally a bit more powerful to give punch to riffs and solos without losing the ultra-clear lipstick signature.
For which styles and guitarists?
If you're looking for an alternative to traditional Strat single coils, this pickup is a formidable option for country, pop, surf, rockabilly, blues, and classic rock sounds. In clean tone, it delivers very clear definition and a perfect "jingle-jangle" feel for rhythm playing. With overdrive, the SLS-1B retains articulation and delivers a lively break-up, full of sparkle and bite.
Design and sonic characteristics
The SLS-1B is a passive single-coil pickup, based on an Alnico 5 magnet and a winding designed to stay bright without becoming harsh. Its vintage output level emphasizes the high end while keeping clean lows and clear mids. The 2-conductor shielded cable helps preserve signal clarity, and the vacuum wax potting effectively reduces feedback and microphonics when pushing the amp.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Number of conductors | 2 |
| Category | electric microphone | Position | bridge |
| Instrument | Strat, guitar | Color | Grey |
| Magnet | alnico VI | Colours | Nickel |
| Winding | simple | ||
| Type | single coil | Number of strings | 6 |
| DC Resistance | 5.1 kOhm | Cover | nickel |
| Cable | 2-conductor shielded | Treatment | vacuum wax potted (anti-feedback) |
| Format | compatible with standard Strat cavity, Strat-style mounting bracket | ||
Questions frequently asked
Can the SLS-1B be mounted on a standard Stratocaster?
The format is designed for a standard Strat cavity, with a Strat-type mounting bracket. It is intended for 6-string guitars.
What sound does this lipstick pickup produce in the bridge position?
The bridge position delivers a bright attack and a pronounced "jingle-jangle" character. The single coil combined with the alnico VI magnet maintains good articulation when overdriven. Its DC resistance of 5.1 kOhm contributes to an output level suitable for the bridge position.
Is the Seymour Duncan SLS-1B suitable for country and surf sounds?
Its clear and snappy tone suits country, surf, pop, rockabilly, blues, and classic rock styles.
Does the SLS-1B pickup tend to hiss with overdrive?
A vacuum wax potting treatment is applied to limit hiss. The 2-conductor shielded wiring also helps ensure a clean installation.
What finish and wiring are used on this pickup?
The finish features a nickel cover in a lipstick tube format. The connection uses 2-conductor shielded cable.
