Most Fender Stratocasters have three single-coil pickups, but there are some Stratocaster models with humbucker pickups.
Humbuckers are two single-coil pickups wired together in opposite polarity. This helps to cancel out hum and noise, which can be a problem with single-coil pickups. Humbuckers also have a fuller, warmer sound than single-coil pickups.
Some Stratocaster models with humbucker pickups include:
- Fender Stratocaster HSS: This guitar has a humbucker pickup in the bridge position and two single-coil pickups in the neck and middle positions.
- Fender Stratocaster HH: This guitar has two humbucker pickups, one in the neck position and one in the bridge position.
These Stratocaster models with humbucker pickups are a good choice for guitarists who want the versatility of a Stratocaster with the fuller, warmer sound of a humbucker pickup.
Whether or not a Stratocaster has humbucker pickups is a matter of personal preference. Some guitarists prefer the classic Stratocaster sound with three single-coil pickups, while others prefer the versatility or fuller sound of a Stratocaster with humbucker pickups.
If you are not sure which type of Stratocaster is right for you, it is a good idea to try out different guitars to see what sounds best to you. There is no right or wrong answer, and it all comes down to personal preference.
