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I found Mothers Milk nice enough but a bit thin.
I have an SSL6 bridge which is fat sounding, so assume the SSL5 would be very similar as only the pole stagger is different.
If you're exploring other brands, there are so many options - can't go wrong with Duncans.
When you say you play Southern Rock, would you consider using a HB as the bridge pickup? I think that would make a lot of sense if you really want to swap.
What strings are you using on your Stratocaster? It might be possible to tame some of the harsh treble by changing to mellower-sounding strings.
Of the Duncan range, for your brief, I suggest either the APS-1 Alnico II Pro or SSL52-1 Five-Two models for neck and centre positions. Plus, something in the 9 to 11k range for the bridge position. If you want an SSL-5, I suggest ordering the coil-tapped version.
Other replacement pickup brands are available.
I had a Pure Vintage 59 Reissue (alder body/rosewood board) which I moved on in favour of a 56 CS Relic (Ash body/1 piece maple neck).
In spite of having fitted a baseplate to the bridge pick-up of the 59 - it was thin and bright in every position. The 56 played back to back - through the same amp on the same settings - was thicker with far greater depth.
Sounds just awesome. Rich but trebly (is that a word?). Takes drive with ease.
Red meat and functional mushrooms.
Persistent and inconsistent guitar player.
A lefty, hence a fog of permanent frustration
Not enough guitars, pedals, and cricket bats.
USA Deluxe Strat - Martyn Booth Special - Electromatic
FX Plex - Cornell Romany
That sounds promising!