Seymour Duncan SSL-2 - VINTAGE FLAT STRAT WITHOUT COVER
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A Classic "Vintage" Pickup in the Tradition of Traditional Strats
The SSL-2 is rooted in the DNA of vintage-style Strat pickups, with an approach very close to the SSL-1, but adapted for modern instruments or less curved fingerboards thanks to its flat poles. Delivered without a cover, it features a clean look and a more direct sound, ideal if you're looking for a "utilitarian" aesthetic or perfect integration under a pickguard.
For Which Styles and Guitarists?
Tailored for country, pop, surf music, rockabilly, blues, ska, and classic rock, this single coil shines with its definition and twang. In the bridge position, it delivers the expected snap for chordal parts and strong projection for solos, while maintaining an expressive response to pick attack and guitar volume.
Response, Character, and String Balance
With its Alnico V magnetization, the SSL-2 favors a crisp attack and clear articulation, especially appreciated on clean tones, light crunch, and vintage overdrive. Its 1-conductor design respects the traditional approach, and its frequency tuning (peak announced at 9 kHz ) helps maintain precise highs without sounding hollow. The 6.6 k resistance places this pickup in a versatile range: enough presence for the bridge position while retaining the typical Strat transparency.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Peak | 9 kHz |
| Category | electric microphone | Number of conductors | 1 |
| Instrument | Strat, guitar | Position | bridge |
| Magnet | alnico V | Resistance | 6.6 KILOHM |
| Winding | simple | Color | White |
| Model | Seymour Duncan SSL-2 | Peak Frequency | 9 kHz |
| Type | Strat-style single coil pickup (Vintage Flat) | Finish | black |
| Cover | no cover | Poles | flat |
| Applications | Country, Pop, Surf, Rockabilly, Blues, Ska, and Classic Rock | Series / Supplier Mention | Vintage Staggered SSL-2 |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Seymour Duncan SSL-2 suitable for a modern Strat?
Its ungraded pole pieces are designed for modern instruments or flatter fingerboards. This single-coil pickup is intended for installation in the bridge position on a Strat.
What sound does this Strat bridge pickup provide?
The Alnico V magnet delivers a clear attack and precise articulation. The 6.6 kΩ resistance maintains the characteristic clarity of Strat pickups, with snap in chords and projection in solos.
SSL-2 without cover: is it delivered with a cap?
It is supplied without a cover, with a white finish indicated in the specifications.
What styles can be played with an SSL-2?
This model suits country, pop, surf music, rockabilly, blues, ska, and classic rock. Its character comes through on clean settings, light crunch, and vintage overdrive.
What is the wiring of the SSL-2 pickup?
The wiring uses a single conductor, consistent with its traditional approach. Its specified 9 kHz frequency peak helps maintain precise highs.



