Seymour Duncan STL-3 - QUARTER-POUND TELE EASEL BLACK
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- High output level and muscular character: a sharp attack, ideal for pushing the amp and matching the energy of a "P-90" spirit.
- Bridge position designed for snappy riffs, cutting leads, and rhythms that remain clear even with gain.
- Alnico V magnet : dynamic, punchy, with solid lows and present highs without becoming soft.
- Recommended complement : to be paired with an STR-3 in the neck for a coherent and balanced set on a Tele.
Manufacturer Information
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A Classic "Quarter Pound" to Give Your Tele a New Voice
The STL-3 Quarter Pound is one of the most well-known Tele pickups when looking for more density, responsiveness, and an immediate sense of power under the fingers. Its signature is simple: to transform the Tele brightness into a thicker, more aggressive sound while preserving the essential identity and bite for playing in a band. If your original bridge pickup sounds too thin, too tame, or gets lost in the mix, this model is a direct and effective solution.
For Which Styles and Guitarists?
Designed to cover a wide range from blues to classic rock, including garage, heavy rock, classic metal, and even nu-metal, the STL-3 is aimed at musicians who want a responsive Tele but with a higher gain and body reserve. It excels at power chords, tight palm mutes, and solos that need to stand out without effort. With a good pick attack, it delivers a very "alive" feel and encourages expressive playing.
What Sets It Apart: Punch, Body, and Strong Presence
The high output level of the STL-3 provides thicker mids and firmer lows, helping to fill the sonic space in a rock trio or a busy mix. Its peak frequency contributes to an effective presence to cut through the band, while the Alnico V preserves dynamics: you can go from a snappy sound to a more saturated tone simply by adjusting the guitar volume and playing intensity. With 1 conductor, it offers a simple and effective approach, perfect for traditional Tele wiring.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Peak | 3.5 kHz |
| Category | electric microphone | Position | bridge |
| Instrument | Tele, guitar | Resistance | 17.38 KILOHM |
| Magnet | alnico V | Color | Black |
| Winding | simple | ||
| Model | Seymour Duncan STL-3 Quarter Pound | Peak frequency | 3.5 kHz |
| Applications | Blues, classic rock, garage, heavy rock, classic metal, nu-metal | Finish | Black |
| Number of conductors | 1 | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Seymour Duncan STL-3 Quarter Pound compatible with a Telecaster?
This model is designed for a Tele-type guitar and is installed in the bridge position. Its format corresponds to a traditional Telecaster setup.
What sound does this bridge pickup provide to a Telecaster?
With a resistance of 17.38 kΩ, this single coil pickup delivers a high output level. The mids become thicker and the lows firmer, while retaining bite. The resonance peak at 3.5 kHz enhances presence in the mix.
Is the STL-3 suitable for rock and metal?
Its Alnico V magnet and output level make it suitable for blues, classic rock, garage, heavy rock, classic metal, and nu-metal. It suits power chords, palm mutes, and solos that need to stand out.
How many conductors does this Tele pickup have?
The wiring uses a single conductor, for an approach adapted to a traditional Telecaster installation.
What is the finish of the STL-3 bridge pickup?
The offered model has a black finish. It is a passive single coil pickup intended for the bridge position.



