Seymour Duncan STK-S4M - STACK PLUS STRAT MILIEU BLACK
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A Stack Plus Designed to Modernize a Strat Without Altering Its Character
The STK-S4M is part of Seymour Duncan's Stack Plus range, created for guitarists who want to keep the feel of a single-coil Strat pickup while minimizing typical issues (hiss and hum depending on the electrical environment). In the middle position, it fits naturally into an SSS or HSS configuration and is aimed at those seeking a clean, usable, and consistent sound on stage and in the studio.
Who Is This Middle Pickup For?
This pickup is an excellent choice if you play a lot with clean tones and light crunch, requiring clarity in tuning and right-hand attacks. It is especially suitable for dynamic rhythms (Pop, Ska), bright tones (Country, Surf, Rockabilly), and more organic styles (Blues, Classic Rock). In the middle position, it provides a useful balance between brightness and body while remaining controlled in the high frequencies.
Single-Coil Format, Stacked Design, Less Noise
The STK-S4M features a dual single-coil format architecture: visually and in size, it remains compatible with a standard Strat, but its stacked design aims to reduce interference without shifting to a humbucker look. The Alnico V magnet contributes to a fast and defined response, with presence that stands out well in a mix. The 3-conductor shielded wiring offers a reliable and clean installation, ideal for guitars sensitive to noise and pedalboards rich in gain or effects.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Number of conductors | 3 |
| Category | electric microphone | Position | middle |
| Instrument | Strat, guitar | Resistance | 8.6 KILOHM |
| Magnet | alnico V | Color | Black |
| Winding | simple | ||
| Model | Seymour Duncan STK-S4M Stack Plus Strat | Finish | Black |
| Applications | Country, Pop, Surf, Rockabilly, Blues, Ska, and Classic Rock | Other Features | Interference Resistant, dual single-coil format |
| Active | No | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the Seymour Duncan STK-S4M install in the middle position of a Strat?
This model is designed for the middle position of a Strat guitar and maintains the format of a standard single coil.
Does the STK-S4M reduce hum?
Its stacked dual-coil construction in a single coil format aims to reduce interference. The 3 shielded conductors contribute to a clean installation on guitars exposed to noise.
What sound does this Alnico V middle pickup deliver?
The Alnico V magnet provides a quick and defined response, with a balance between brightness and body. The rated resistance is 8.6 kΩ. It is intended for clean tones and light crunch, with controlled treble.
Is this pickup suitable for an SSS or HSS Strat configuration?
Integration is planned for an SSS or HSS configuration, in the middle position.
For which styles is the Stack Plus middle pickup indicated?
Suggested applications include Country, Pop, Surf, Rockabilly, Blues, Ska, and Classic Rock. Its character particularly suits dynamic rhythm parts and snappy tones.
