Finally, Pure Tone Without the Buzz
IMPORTANT: This single layer model is much less commonly needed than the Dual Layer BzzzzKill . (See How to Choose the right Model below)
The Single Layer Custom Series BzzzzKill is designed for standard Strat-style guitars with traditional single-coil SSS pickups. It virtually eliminates the persistent 60-cycle hum (50Hz in UK/EU) that has plagued guitarists since 1954—without altering your guitar's authentic tone.
Leading our Custom Series, this version is built using vintage-consistent materials and hand-assembled construction favored by custom shops and tone purists. If you want a noise solution that matches the traditional aesthetic and build quality of classic Strat-style guitars, this is our flagship version, and your clear choice.
Designed For
- Standard Strat-style guitars with 3 traditional single-coil pickups
- Guitars that buzz in ALL positions on the 5-way selector switch
- Strat players who want the pure single-coil tone without the buzz
- Vintage or modern S-Style guitars where preserving value is important
Key Benefits
VIRTUALLY ELIMINATES HUM
Experience dramatic noise reduction in all pickup positions, even at high gain settings
PRESERVES AUTHENTIC TONE
Maintains your pickups' original voice, dynamic response, and character
NON-INVASIVE INSTALLATION
No drilling or permanent modifications—preserves your guitar's value
WORKS IN ALL POSITIONS
Effective across all 5-way selector positions, unlike many alternatives
TRANSFERABLE BETWEEN GUITARS
Can be moved to another guitar if you sell or upgrade your instrument
The BzzzzKill Difference
Most hum-reduction approaches force unwanted trade-offs. Noiseless pickups change your voice. Noise gates steal sustain. Shielding only gets you partway there.
The Custom Series Single Layer BzzzzKill solves the problem at its source, using hand-assembled vulcanized fibre flatwork and steel rod construction to stay true to vintage Strat-style builds. It gives you dramatically reduced hum without altering the character of your pickups—or the authenticity of your guitar. It’s the version many boutique luthiers and session players specify when only a traditional, high-quality build will do.
How to Choose the Right Model
If you hear buzz in ALL positions on your 5-way pickup selector switch, this Single Layer BzzzzKill is right for you. (Hit Add to Cart above!)
BUT if positions 2 & 4 are quieter while positions 1, 3, and 5 buzz, you have a reverse-wound middle pickup and need the Dual Layer BzzzzKill instead.