ssl-1 or ssl-2

[jzap]

I'm looking to get a set of the ssl-1 or ssl-2's for my strat. I've got an american strat with the 9.5 in radius rosewood fretboard. Is that considered flat enough for the flat set, or do I go for the staggered?

Thanks

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[bungalowbill]

Re: ssl-1 or ssl-2

Vintage Strats have staggered pole pieces, I would go with the SSL-1's.

 

[More-Gear-Than-Skill]

Re: ssl-1 or ssl-2

I have a set of aps1's and a set of aps 2's. I like the flat poles more, as i find the staggered makes some strings really shout. And i don't use a wound third like in the 50's

 

[sgstrat]

Re: ssl-1 or ssl-2

I believe that a 9.5" radius is "right on the cusp" and either the staggered or flat poles will work well, so it's strictly a matter of taste. I have a Tex-Mex Strat that I have staggered poles in (SSL5/2's) and have been quite pleased with it.