DiMarzio DP117 HS-3 Stacked Strat Pickup (Black)The HS 3 has been the weapon of choice for Strat powered classical metal since the early 1980s. Far from being a high output monster, the HS 3 is actually a smooth and relatively quiet pickup that produces a sweet overdrive tone without jagged edges. These qualities combine perfectly with a heavily distorted amp, because the sound won't get muddy or messy. The HS 3 is also versatile it's a noise free pickup in a live situation or in the studio.