KLOPPMANN PICKUPS

S-STYLE PICKUPS

From Vintage to Signature

Explore the exceptional range of Kloppmann S-Style pickups, meticulously crafted to capture the iconic tones of various eras. From the throaty, open sound of the ST 54, reminiscent of early Strat pickups, to the versatile ST 60, paying homage to the rosewood fingerboard models of the early 60s, and the powerful ST 67, reminiscent of Hendrix, Gilmour, and Blackmore, Kloppmann offers a diverse palette of vintage and modern sounds. Discover signature sets developed in collaboration with renowned guitarists like Thomas Blug and Marcus Deml, each designed to deliver unique sonic characteristics and exceptional quality for your S-Style guitar.

50s SETS

While repairing the bridge pickup of a 1954 Stratocaster, Andreas Kloppmann realized during sound testing just how distinct the pickups from the 1954/55 period truly were. Guitars of this era featured pickups with the so-called short magnet on the G string, resulting in a fundamentally different sound compared to instruments produced after 1956. Consider Buddy Holly's recordings from 1956, crafted using a '55 Strat and a 1x15 Fender Pro Amp, as a prime example. Further remarkable instances of this unique and superb early '50s Strat sound can be heard in the legendary Hardtail Strats of Ronnie Wood and Billy Gibbons. This renewed appreciation motivated Andreas Kloppmann to re-examine the Strat pickups of the '50s and develop new models more aligned with the characteristic sounds of that era, ultimately leading to the creation of the Kloppmann ST 54 and ST 56 sets.

ST 54

The sound of the ST 54 is a revelation to all who live for the throaty and open sound but still favor a mild delivery. All Buddy Holly’s early recordings from “Love Me” to “That’ll be the Day” are all great examples of the sound in question. A different reference covers the sounds in higher gain, overdrive mode: Reve- rend Billy Gibbons ́ 1955 Hardtail Strat. The immortal solo on “La Grange” with its singing, slapping tone has just the right amount of midrange hit to capture the Reverend ́s pinch harmonics. To put it in words of another ZZ-Top title: I heard it on the X...

60s SETS

Drawing on three decades of winding experience, Andreas Kloppmann considers the creation of S-Style pickups to be the pinnacle of their craft. As experience has shown, achieving the perfect Strat tone requires a delicate balance of no less than eleven critical variables.

In his early years, Andreas Kloppmann was captivated by the sound of his '62 alder-bodied Stratocaster. His subsequent, albeit somewhat misguided, endeavor to make his '65 swamp ash-bodied Strat sound identical ultimately yielded two truly rewarding outcomes: a profound understanding of S-Style pickups and the development of his first pickup set, the acclaimed Real 62.

ST 60

The ST 60 set is a true bestseller product. It is the perfect all round set and a homage to the best pickups on the famous Strats of the early sixties with their Rosewood fingerboards. The ST 60 covers all the bases allowing you to rock to the tones of Ricky King, Hank Marvin, Rory Gallagher, Mark Knopfler and even SRV. This is your perfect partner, staying well defined and offering excellent string separation even in highgain, compressed passages. As the Three Musketeers would have it: One for All!

SIGNATURE SETS

Kloppmann Signature Sets for S-Style guitars represent a unique collaboration between Kloppmann Electrics and renowned guitarists. These pickup sets are meticulously designed to capture the specific sound and style of each artist, offering a range of tonal options for Stratocaster players. Featured artists include Thomas Blug, Marcus Deml, and Till Hoheneder. Each set reflects the artist's sonic preferences, providing a diverse palette for players seeking signature sounds.

MARCUS DEML

Marcus Deml is an award-winning guitarist with a global following, known for his work with "Errorhead" and "The Blue Poets." His signature Stratocaster tone, described as "larger than life," has been a key element of his appeal, and Kloppmann Electrics has had the honor of contributing to its creation.