Detail 01
Quarter-inch pole pieces
Larger magnets read a wider slice of the string. Result is more output and thicker low end than a standard single coil.
Product detailSKU #1315669855722
Seymour DuncanSSL-4 RW/RP Quarter Pound Flat Electric Guitar Pickup
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
High-output Strat-style single coil with oversized pole pieces and flat tops. For players who want single-coil bite with real low end behind it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Strat-style guitars that sound thin through a dirty amp
- Blues-rock and rock players who dig in hard
- Flat-radius fretboards where staggered poles fit poorly
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting quiet, sparkly vintage Strat cleans
- Anyone bothered by single-coil hum in one position
- Humbucker-routed guitars with no single-coil slot
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Flat pole tops
Even string-to-string level across flat-radius necks. Staggered poles are set up for vintage 7.25-inch radius boards.
Detail 03
RW/RP winding
Reverse wound, reverse polarity. Paired with a standard pickup it hum-cancels in the in-between switch positions.
Detail 04
High output for a single coil
Pushes an amp harder and compresses more. You lose some of the glassy top-end sparkle in the trade.
Detail 05
Single-coil format
Drops into a standard Strat-style route. Will not fill a humbucker cavity without a pickguard or ring.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Pickup only — no pickguard, pots, or wiring included
- 02RW/RP only hum-cancels when paired with an opposite-polarity pickup
- 03Big poles sit close to the strings; set height carefully to avoid magnetic pull
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Which position is this for?
It is a reverse-wound, reverse-polarity unit, typically used as the middle pickup so combined positions hum-cancel. Check the polarity of your other pickups before ordering.
02Will it hum on its own?
Yes. It is a true single coil, so it hums when used alone. Hum cancellation only happens when combined with an opposite-polarity pickup.
03Why flat poles instead of staggered?
Flat poles give even output on modern flat-radius fretboards. Staggered poles are designed for vintage 7.25-inch radius necks and can sound uneven on flatter boards.
04Is it louder than a stock Strat pickup?
Yes, noticeably. The oversized poles produce more output and a fuller low end, which drives an amp harder but trades away some vintage sparkle.
