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product_id: 232501854
title: "Alnicov SSS 3-Ply Prewired Loaded Pickguard Scratchplate Backplate with Alnico V Pickups Kit for Strat ST Electric Guitars Replacement Parts"
brand: "alnicov"
price: "VT16589"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/232501854-alnicov-sss-3-ply-prewired-loaded-pickguard-scratchplate-backplate-alnico
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# 5-Way Switch 3-Ply PVC Alnico V Pickups Alnicov SSS 3-Ply Prewired Loaded Pickguard Scratchplate Backplate with Alnico V Pickups Kit for Strat ST Electric Guitars Replacement Parts

**Brand:** alnicov
**Price:** VT16589
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate Your Strumming Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Alnicov SSS 3-Ply Prewired Loaded Pickguard Scratchplate Backplate with Alnico V Pickups Kit for Strat ST Electric Guitars Replacement Parts by alnicov
- **How much does it cost?** VT16589 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/232501854-alnicov-sss-3-ply-prewired-loaded-pickguard-scratchplate-backplate-alnico)

## Best For

- alnicov enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted alnicov brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Retro Vibe:** Embrace classic tones with modern reliability.
- • **Durable Design:** Crafted from hard PVC for long-lasting performance.
- • **Easy Installation:** Prewired for a hassle-free setup—plug and play!
- • **Upgrade Your Sound:** Transform your Strat ST with bright, crisp tones.
- • **Versatile Compatibility:** Perfect for electric guitars and similar instruments.

## Overview

The Alnicov 3-Ply Prewired Loaded Pickguard Scratchplate is designed for Strat ST electric guitars, featuring durable PVC construction and Alnico V pickups for a bright, retro sound. This kit includes a 5-way switch and is perfect for easy installation and replacement.

## Description

Description: - High quality product. - 1 Set Pre-Wired Pickguard with Backplate for Stratocaster Electric Guitars - 3 single coil pickups with magnets, 3 layers 11 screw holes on the side. - 1 Volume and 2 Tone Control Knobs - Material: Copper, Plastic, Alnico - Colour: yellow. Box contents: 1 Set Pre-Wired Pickguard with Backplate for Stratocaster Electric Guitars 3 x single coil pickups with magnets, 3 layers, 11 holes for side screws. 1 x 2 Tone Volume Control Knob

## Features

- Guitar pickups are suitable for replacement of guitars or similar instruments
- The SSS guard plate is made of PVC and can be used for electric guitars
- Made of hard PVC material, durable
- The pickup has a bright tapping single coil pronunciation
- Retro single coil pickup,ceramic magnet with 250K potentiometer and 5-way switch

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Alnicov
- **Color:** yellew
- **Top Material Type:** Plastic
- **Body Material:** Plastic
- **Back Material Type:** PVC
- **Neck Material Type:** plastic
- **Fretboard Material Type:** Maple Wood
- **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** S-S-S
- **String Material Type:** Nickel
- **Hand Orientation:** Ambidextrous

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What are the output resistances on these pickups? Thanks in advance**
A: I know they were higher output than most. I took off the covers and I dont know what guitar they are on. I do know you will like em.

**Q: Is there a wire diagram so i know where to solder thre 2 reds and 1 white wire to?**
A: The box did not include the diagram or installation instruction. The packaging is very nice and protected.  There are three wires, two go to the guitar plug and one is the ground wire which you can solder to the screw or any metal parts inside the pickup compartment.

**Q: will this fit a made in mexico fender strat?**
A: Yes it will fit perfectly. Pleased with it!

**Q: Are these ceramic magnets or alnico 5? i believe they are ceramic and the company name is alnicov. pretty diseptive!**
A: They have Alnico V printed on them. They look and sound very different then what came on the Squier. They produce the Strat quack nicely.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The change in tone is really obvious!!!
*by L***J on February 19, 2025*

Okay, not all holes line up, but I have never gotten a pickguard assembly that has. If you don't have a "bathtub" cavity, you will need to move wiring for a good fit. Again that would be the same for any. This fit into a Squire Affinity without any altering of the pickguard. The tone is very apparent if you have been used to a higher output ceramic pickup. This is "twang city". There are some ceramic pickups that are pretty good, but this for me improved the tone so much I almost couldn't believe it for under $40. Hey you get new screws and a matching back plate as well. I'm a newly trained guitar tech and it's like a whole new upgraded guitar. I've wasted money on cheap stuff in the process of learning and doing projects. This is well worth it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best low budget pickups ever for this price (not joking)
*by A***N on March 23, 2025*

Sounds very clear and with a good amp this is a no brainer for the price and ease of install.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ vintage vibe and tone watch out for 60cycle hum
*by T***N on March 28, 2024*

For under $30 the Alinico 5 pups are defiantly vintage vibe and loud. I purchased them to replace some inexpensive stock ceramic pickups in a Washburn Shadow Strat copy. They are awesome replacements but watch out for 60-cycle hum, a typical single coil issue - more hum in bridge, middle, and neck than out-of-phase positions.The pickguard most likely will NOT align to your current holes. I had 1 line up but a small drill for pre-drilling a tiny hole fixes it right up. Installation is pretty easy if you know what to do. A Philips screwdriver, a soldering iron, some solder, sandpaper, and small wire cutters, small electric drill and small bit are all you will need. If you don't know what to do YouTube will have a video. It's counterproductive to spend $30 and then pay a tech $50 to install them so plan on doing it yourself.Overall: I love the tone I am getting and after messing around for an hour I decided to keep them and drill the holes. Even if I change pickups again I like the cream vintage/age vibe over the solid white pickguard anyway.The tone is very Stratocaster and vintage. I have been playing for over 30 years and all my guitar heroes play Stratocasters hence why I love them so. Have owned plenty to compare to.I like these Alinico 5 over the stock Fender Mexican, the fender noiseless pups are better, hence noiseless to remove the hum of a single coil. Duncans are great too but for less than $30 you can't lose and I bet you won't notice much difference in your tone as most of it comes from your picking hand. : )If you want vintage Stratocaster tones these are great inexpensive option, if you want high output metal look for some EMGs or quality ceramics.

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*Store origin: VU*
*Last updated: 2026-02-10*