DiMarzio HS-3 Strat Pickup
The HS-3™ has been the standard for Strat®-powered classical metal since the early 1980s. Far from being a high-output pickup, it delivers a smooth and relatively quiet response that produces sweet overdrive without jagged edges.
These distinct qualities pair naturally with heavily distorted amplifiers, retaining clarity without becoming muddy or harsh. The stacked hum-canceling design ensures completely noise-free operation across both live stages and recording studio environments.
Suitable for all positions on a Stratocaster®, it provides a warm tonal profile and excels when paired with high-gain amps or overdrive pedals. It also pairs cleanly with HS-4™ and HS-2™ models or full-sized bridge humbuckers.
| Brand | DiMarzio |
| Product Type | Guitar Pickup |
| Pickup Type | Stacked Hum-Canceling Single Coil |
| Recommended Position | All positions |
| Wiring | 4 Conductor |
| Magnet Material | Alnico 5 |
| DC Resistance | 23.72 Kohm |
| Quick Connect | No |
| Year of Introduction | 1980 |




















