Changing SSS to HSS

[mdsufei]

anyone know where I can convert my Fender SSS Strat to HSS?
how much would it probably cost?
not intending to change to hum-cancelling single coils as it lacks the fat tone of a full size humbucker.
Need help guys.
Thanks in advance

 

[snuffleupagus]

First you gotta check if the routing is HSH or HSS compatible,

1. get a HSS pickguard ( second hand ones aplenty at GC- GUITAR CONNECTION at peninsular)- SGD 25-SGD 40
2. Get humbuckers ( Seymour duncan ones start at SGD99 if I'm not wrong , from Davis-peninsular)
3. Get your trusted tech to install the pickups (GC also can) , (SGD 50 onwards?)

Optional, you may wanna change the tone ports or what not too, but that may cost extra depending on ur tech.

Hope this helps,

Cheers

 

[mdsufei]

tanx...really great help

 

[ShredCow]

Take a chisel? Hehehe.

 

[tubescreamer]

anyone know where I can convert my Fender SSS Strat to HSS?
how much would it probably cost?
not intending to change to hum-cancelling single coils as it lacks the fat tone of a full size humbucker.
Need help guys.
Thanks in advance

Have you considered the Duncan line of single-coil sized humbuckers? I've had good experiences with the JB Jr, and I've heard that the Lil '59 and Cool Rails are pretty good as well.

I managed to get pretty heavy chugging sounds from a Strat + JB Jr + Cube 30X.

If you want a full sized humbucker in the bridge, you will have to route out the cavity (if it isn't already routed for one) and get a new pickguard, both of which would amount to quite a fair bit of change.

My suggestion is to get the JB Jr ($99 at Davis), and get TYMC to install it for you on the spot (probably not more than $20-30).