Seymour Duncan STR-1 - VINTAGE RHYTHM TELE NECK NICKEL

Name: STR-1 - VINTAGE RHYTHM TELE NECK NICKEL
Brand: Seymour Duncan
SKU: 211169
Price: 99.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

99,00 €VAT incl.

0,14 € Ecotax included

Reference price

In stock online

Store: on order

Estimated Shipping Widget will be displayed here!

ID : 211169

EAN : 0800315002412

This item is covered for 3 years

Information

Essential Information About the Seymour Duncan STR-1 Vintage Rhythm Tele Neck Pickup Nickel
• Vintage Tele vibe : designed to complement an STL-1 at the bridge and achieve a clear, musical twang in the middle position
• Soft and versatile sound : warm low mids, smooth attack, airy highs for breathing chords
• "54" character : Alnico V magnet for dynamic response, ideal for pick playing as well as fingerstyle
• Classic look : vintage spirit with nickel cover and understated aesthetics

STR-1 - VINTAGE RHYTHM TELE NECK NICKEL

99,00 €VAT incl.

0,14 € Ecotax included

Reference price

A Neck Pickup Designed for the Vintage '54 Tele Spirit

The STR-1 Vintage '54 follows the tradition of Telecaster neck pickups with a warm and open tone. It aims for a very "old school" balance: round enough for blues lines and soft rhythms, yet defined enough to retain the clarity and snap typical of the Tele. Paired with an STL-1, it forms a coherent duo to switch from twangy tones to smoother sounds without losing the instrument's identity.

Who Is It For and Which Styles?

Positioned at the neck, this pickup is aimed at guitarists seeking a clean, expressive sound, vintage crunch, or energetic blues-rock without harshness in the upper spectrum. It excels in country, country pop, chicken pickin', rockabilly, blues, and blues-rock, with excellent dynamic control: light attack for crystalline arpeggios, stronger playing for thick, singing riffs.

Sound Details and Design: Warmth, Definition, and Airy Highs

Thanks to its Alnico V magnet, the STR-1 delivers a clear and lively response, with present low mids that fill the mix without weighing it down. The highs remain open and airy, helping chords maintain separation and brightness even with an amp starting to saturate. Its output level and resonance peak are designed to offer a neck tone that is both soft and articulate, perfect for vintage-style rhythms as well as rounder leads.

Technical specifications

Electronics	Passive
Category	electric microphone
Instrument	Tele, guitar
Magnet	alnico V

Winding	simple
Position	handle
Color	Grey
Colours	Nickel

Model	Seymour Duncan STR-1 Vintage Rhythm Tele Neck Nickel
Series / Inspiration	Vintage '54 STR-1
Applications	Country, Country Pop, Chicken Pickin', Rockabilly, Blues, and Blues-Rock
Number of Conductors	1
Resistance	7.3 K
Peak	8 kHz
Finish	Black

Questions frequently asked

Is the Seymour Duncan STR-1 Vintage '54 compatible with a Telecaster?

This passive pickup is designed for a Tele-style guitar and is mounted in the neck position. Its single coil and single conductor suit this configuration.

What tone does the STR-1 Vintage '54 neck pickup provide?

The Alnico V magnet delivers a warm response, with pronounced low mids and open highs. The 7.3 K resistance and 8 kHz resonance peak favor a smooth neck tone while retaining clarity.

Which bridge pickup pairs well with the STR-1?

Pairing it with a Seymour Duncan STL-1 is recommended to create a balanced set. This setup preserves the Tele bridge twang and adds smoother tones at the neck.

Is the STR-1 suitable for blues and rockabilly?

The intended applications include blues, blues-rock, rockabilly, country, and chicken pickin'. Its output level allows for expressive clean tones as well as vintage crunch.