HSS refers to the pickups. The standard Strat has three Single coil pickups, and would be designated SSS. The H in HSS implies that the bridge pickup is a Humbucker. Thi â¦ s became popular because many players find that a single coil in the bridge position sounds too thin and sharp.
To ensure compliance with NACE MRO175, the following requirements must be met: 1  Approved mild carbon steel or fully annealed 316 stainless steel materials. 2  ASME approved welders and weld procedures. 3  Hardness testing to maximum HRC 22.
The Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations (OCIE) conducts the SECâs National Examination Program (NEP). OCIEâs mission is to protect investors, ensure market integrity and support responsible capital formation through risk-focused strategies that: (1) improve compliance; (2) prevent fraud; (3) monitor risk; and (4) inform policy.