KAISH K2126 11-Hole HSS Strat Pickguard, Matte Black, No Humbucker Screw Holes

For a Modern-Style American Ultra Series Strat with an HSS pickup layout, this KAISH pickguard is designed for a humbucking bridge pickup without screw holes around that pickup. Its matte black finish gives the guitar a clean, understated look, while the 11-hole layout provides a defined mounting pattern.

Best use cases

This pickguard is intended for most Modern-Style American Ultra Series Strat guitars with an HSS configuration. It suits a replacement project where the existing guard has the matching outline and mounting-hole pattern, and where the bridge humbucker does not need pickguard screw holes. The rounded-corner shape and matte black color make it a practical choice when you want to refresh the visible surface of the guitar while retaining an HSS-style layout.

Before installation, compare your guitar’s screw-hole pattern with the product’s dimension photo. Pickguard hole positions can differ by country of origin or manufacturing date, so matching the pattern is an important step toward a clean fit. For other Strat models, some modifications may be needed. This makes the guard most straightforward for the intended Modern-Style American Ultra Series HSS application, rather than a universal replacement for every Strat-style guitar.

Why it makes sense

The no-screw-hole arrangement around the humbucking bridge pickup distinguishes this guard from versions that include mounting holes in that area. If your setup calls for that cleaner pickup surround, this design keeps the configuration aligned with that requirement. The 11-hole mounting layout and rounded corners also help narrow the choice to a specific style of replacement guard instead of relying on appearance alone.

The body is plastic, with an approximate thickness of 2.2 mm, the stated tolerance is +/- 0.2 mm, and thickness may vary between material batches. Two protective plastic films cover each pickguard and should be peeled away after installation. Mounting screws are included, so the guard comes with the screws intended for its installation. Together, these details help you assess the guard’s fit, finish, and installation needs before starting the replacement.

Key takeaways

• Type: 11-hole, American Modern ST-style pickguard for an HSS configuration
• Pickup layout: Humbucking bridge pickup area without screw holes
• Color: Matte black
• Material: Plastic
• Thickness: Approximately 2.2 mm (+/- 0.2 mm)
• Installation: Mounting screws included, peel off the two protective films after installation

For a hands-on replacement, first compare the hole positions and outline with your guitar and the dimension photo. Once the pattern matches, the included screws support mounting the pickguard, and the protective films can be removed after it is in place. This gives the installation a clear sequence without treating the pickguard as a one-size-fits-all part.

Buying verdict

Choose the KAISH K2126 when you need a matte black, 11-hole replacement guard for a compatible Modern-Style American Ultra Series Strat with HSS pickups and a humbucking bridge pickup that uses no pickguard screw holes. Its specific pickup opening, rounded corners, and stated mounting pattern make it easier to target the right replacement style. For a guitar with a different hole layout, matching the dimensions before installation helps determine whether this guard suits the project.