I want to know a good pick for combinaton playin Blink-182 on bass They have avalible in Scotland
single coil pick-ups is what gives you a nice bright punchy sound ….. I think thats all the bass player uses in this band (in not a fan so i cannot remember, however, )….. a single-coil and one humbucker / soapbar pick-up is a good combo as well …. You may also be used to what you just set up the sound of your bass and amp and achieve the sound you have ….. with the help of a choir and pedal eq …….. check out bartonloni Pick Ups ….. Fender Jazz pick ups are surprisingly good …. to keep the best of luck and it deep
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The Joe Barden J-Style 4 String Bass Pickup Set offers the same great Joe Barden tone, power, and response for the bass guitar as their ground breaking double-blade guitar pickups have done for 6 string guitars for the last 25 years. This set will take your bass sound to a whole new level.The J-Style pickups were designed to maintain authentic J-Bass tone and character but with extended frequency response and articulation that characterizes all Joe Barden pickups. And, like all other Joe Barden pickups, the J-Style pickups exhibit quiet performance for live performance or recording.Now, bass players are free to tailor their sound more precisely than was possible with stock pickups, and can select one or both pickups without fear of noise or hum often induced by traditional single coil bass pickups. Neck and bridge position pickups differ in size to fit into the cavities of traditional J-Bass and similarly styled guitars without modification to the instrument. J-Style pickups are available for both 4 and 5 string J-Bass styled bass guitars.Dual blade designGreater tone and powerExtended frequency responseQuieter performanceFits standard J-Bass pickup routs
The D-TAR Bass Soundspot Pickup faithfully delivers the deep, rich sound of any acoustic bass or cello. Simply place the Soundspot Pickup in one of the bridge cutouts to capture all nuances of your instrument. SoundSpots are ultra-sensitive transducer pickups suitable for stringed and non-stringed acoustic and ethnic instruments. Unlike other “dot-type” transducer pickups, each SoundSpot piezo crystal pickup is hand ground to extremely fine tolerances. This process, along with the selection of materials, yields a pickup with a very thin surface that maintains its strength and flexibility. The result is a transducer that is ultra-sensitive to an bass or cello’s surface vibrations and, therefore, is extremely natural and warm sounding. D-TAR – Duncan/Turner Acoustic ResearchSeymour Duncan and Rick Turner are two legends who spent years working with musicians, perfecting their tone. Seymour founded his self-named company in 1978 which has become well-known for its wide variety of guitar and bass pickups used by just about every name player from Billie Joe Armstrong to Angus Young. Rick co-founded Alembic, was president of Gibson Labs West Coast R&D Division, co-founded Highlander Musical Audio making piezo acoustic guitar pickups for Lindsay Buckingham, Ry Cooder, David Lindley, and Andy Summers, and runs his own Renaissance Guitars. Now Seymour and Rick are working together to create innovative products for acoustic musicians. Their D-TAR motto: “With respect to acoustic tone.”Designed to faithfully reproduce the acoustic bass or celloUltra-sensitive transducer pickupHand ground to extremely fine tolerancesVersions available for most acoustic instrumentsExtremely natural and warm soundingCrafted with high-grade materials for strength and flexibility
Recommended for pop, blues, classic rock and heavy rock, the Basslines AJJ-1 Active Replacement Pickup Set provides a modern, broad tonal response that’s perfect for a Jazz Bass, but without the brittleness found in other active pickups. The design is based on the old Seymour Duncan Active EQ Switch pickups. Basslines took the most popular switch setting and hard wired it for convenience. Includes logo covers. Played by Anthony Joyner, Tom Hamilton of Faith Hill Band, Barry Sparks of Aerosmith, Michael Schenker, Paul Grey, Slipknot
Recommended for pop, blues, classic rock and heavy rock, the Basslines AJJ-1 Active Replacement Pickup Set provides a modern, broad tonal response that’s perfect for a Jazz Bass, but without the brittleness found in other active pickups. The design is based on the old Seymour Duncan Active EQ Switch pickups. Basslines took the most popular switch setting and hard wired it for convenience. Includes logo covers. Played by Anthony Joyner, Tom Hamilton of Faith Hill Band, Barry Sparks of Aerosmith, Michael Schenker, Paul Grey, Slipknot
Recommended for pop, blues, classic rock and heavy rock, the Basslines AJJ-1 Active Replacement Pickup Set provides a modern, broad tonal response that’s perfect for a Jazz Bass, but without the brittleness found in other active pickups. The design is based on the old Seymour Duncan Active EQ “Switch” pickups. Basslines took the most popular switch setting and “hard wired” it for convenience. Includes logo covers. Played by Anthony Joyner, Tom Hamilton of Faith Hill Band, Barry Sparks of Aerosmith, Michael Schenker, Paul Grey, Slipknot
Recommended for pop, blues, classic rock and heavy rock, the Basslines AJJ-1 Active Replacement Pickup Set provides a modern, broad tonal response that’s perfect for a Jazz Bass, but without the brittleness found in other active pickups. The design is based on the old Seymour Duncan Active EQ “Switch” pickups. Basslines took the most popular switch setting and “hard wired” it for convenience. Includes logo covers. Played by Anthony Joyner, Tom Hamilton of Faith Hill Band, Barry Sparks of Aerosmith, Michael Schenker, Paul Grey, Slipknot
Aguilar AG 4J-60 electric bass guitar pickups are designed to have both clarity and warmth and will reproduce all of the dynamics and nuances in your playing. The AG 4J-60 pickup set is modeled after a mid-’60s single-coil Jazz Bass pickup. The AG 4J-60 uses all the period-correct parts, including heavy formvar wire and Alnico V magnets. Aguilar developed a proprietary winding pattern to give these pickups great string-to-string consistency while sounding full and articulate. The AG 4J-60 pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP onboard preamps. The AG 4J-60 single pickups and sets are direct replacements for Jazz Bass-style basses.Modeled after a mid-’60s Jazz Bass pickup Designed for clarity and warmth with plenty of dynamics 42-gauge heavy formvar wire Alnico V magnets Single-conductor, cloth-covered cable
This humbucking pickup improves tone and output over stock Rickenbacker bass pickups, while also reducing noise and hum. A full-frequency response is provided by the dual ceramic magnets and special coil winding.
This humbucking pickup improves tone and output over stock Rickenbacker bass pickups, while also reducing noise and hum. A full-frequency response is provided by the dual ceramic magnets and special coil winding.
This humbucking pickup improves tone and output over stock Rickenbacker bass pickups, while also reducing noise and hum. A full-frequency response is provided by the dual ceramic magnets and special coil winding.
This humbucking pickup improves tone and output over stock Rickenbacker bass pickups, while also reducing noise and hum. A full-frequency response is provided by the dual ceramic magnets and special coil winding.
The EMG JVX set-of-two pickups uses a mixture of old, new, and late-model design ideas and was developed to deliver the classic tone and look of the traditional Jazz Bass. It still maintains the “faded” attack of the offset pole pieces in combination with EMG’s lowest-noise preamp. The EMG JVX bass pickup should appeal to the “retro” in you while the coil and electronic design will convince you that this is a replacement pickup to be considered seriously.The EMG JVX bass pickup and other X-series pickups provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for. The EMG JAX bass pickups are best described as bridging the gap between passive and active tone.EMG JVX bass pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive Solderless Install System, a split shaft volume/tone control set, an output jack, a battery clip set, plus screws and springs.
The EMG JVX set-of-two pickups uses a mixture of old, new, and late-model design ideas and was developed to deliver the classic tone and look of the traditional Jazz Bass. It still maintains the “faded” attack of the offset pole pieces in combination with EMG’s lowest-noise preamp. The EMG JVX bass pickup should appeal to the “retro” in you while the coil and electronic design will convince you that this is a replacement pickup to be considered seriously.The EMG JVX bass pickup and other X-series pickups provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for. The EMG JAX bass pickups are best described as bridging the gap between passive and active tone.EMG JVX bass pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive Solderless Install System, a split shaft volume/tone control set, an output jack, a battery clip set, plus screws and springs.
This genuine Fender Original Jazz Bass Pickup Set contains two pickups that can be blended to create a variety of tones suitable for all styles of music. Finally Fender reproduces the pickup that was introduced in the early 60′s, the Original Jazz Bass Pickup.Made with flush mounted Alnico 5 magnets and enamel coated magnet wire, the Original Jazz Bass pickups deliver the low-end growl and up front midrange punch that makes this instrument so popular. Each pickup comes with a copper shield and black covers.Terrific low end growl and midrange punchFlush mounted Alnico 5 magnetsEnamel coated magnet wireCopper shield and black covers
The new Alumitone Bass Bars were designed by Jeff Lace as an upgrade to bass guitars that use conventional size soapbar pickups.This is the Bass Bar 3.5, designed for a 4-string bass.All Bass Bar Alumitone pickups feature zero noise, ultrawide frequency response and lightweight design. A reduction of up to two pounds of weight can be achieved by replacing conventional-style pickups with this new technology without any modification to the guitar itself.These “current driven” pickups are designed for passive installation. However, due to their low resistance, they will not only work with existing preamp technology but will enhance the sonic range of it, as well.Alumitone Bass Bar technology uses patented and patent pending technology only available thru Lace Music Products.Formally introduced for Earth Day, the revolutionary Alumitone family of pickups use 95% less copper wire than standard pickup designs. By reducing the need for copper it saves valuable resources, reduces open-pit mining, and reduces the need for the energy consuming process of converting copper ore to fine wire.This 3.5″ model is for a 4-string bass. Use the Bass Bar 4.0″ for a 5-string or the Bass Bar 4.5″ for a 6-string bass.
The Bartolini 9J1 Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup features a hum-canceling duel in-line coil design. The 9J1 has a deep tone. The #1 windings yield much more “growl” from this Bridge pickup. This is very similar in tone to Bartonili’s 94J 4 string pickups, just ever so slightly brighter at the bridge.
Aguilar AG 4J-60 electric bass guitar pickups are designed to have both clarity and warmth and will reproduce all of the dynamics and nuances in your playing. The AG 4J-60 pickup set is modeled after a mid-’60s single-coil Jazz Bass® pickup. The AG 4J-60 uses all the period-correct parts, including heavy formvar wire and Alnico V magnets. Aguilar developed a proprietary winding pattern to give these pickups great string-to-string consistency while sounding full and articulate. The AG 4J-60 pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP onboard preamps. The AG 4J-60 single pickups and sets are direct replacements for Jazz Bass®-style basses.Modeled after a mid-’60s Jazz Bass® pickup Designed for clarity and warmth with plenty of dynamics 42-gauge heavy formvar wire Alnico V magnets Single-conductor, cloth-covered cable
Jazz bass pickups made in the 1970′s are bright, articulate and have a deep, clear low end. They are perfect for slapping, funk and R&B. Many rock players also prefer the 70′s sound.The AG 5J-70 is a five string version of our authentic four string 70′s set. Calibrated specifically for five string bass, they bring the aggressive and articulate sound of the 70′s jazz bass to five string bass.The AG 5J-70 pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP on-board preamps.The AG 5J-70 calibrated pickup set is a direct replacement in the Fender® Jazz V and many other 5 string basses. Single Neck and Bridge pickups are also available.
Lay down the low end with the Fender Original 62 P Bass Pickup — accurate reproductions of the pickups from the 1962 Precision Bass — used on the American Vintage ’62 P Bass. This split-coil humbucking Fender pickup is made with flush-mounted Alnico V magnets, enamel-coated magnet wire and cloth output wires to deliver the big, bad bass and snappy high-end sound that’s perfect for any style of music! Would you expect any less from the company that invented the electric bass?Split-coil humbuckerFlush-mounted Alnico V magnetsEnamel-coated magnet wireCloth-coated output wire
Billy Sheehan has used the original DiMarzio Model P and Model One bass pickups for many years. Because of the demands Billy puts on his system, DiMarzio made several modifications to existing models in order to deliver even more of what he wanted. These are the exact pickups Billy uses in his signature Yamaha basses. The DiMarzio DP145 Will Power Bass Neck Pickup is very deep-sounding with great low-end definition. Its dimensions are the same as the Model One, but it’s a little louder and fatter-sounding, and pole piece spacing is slightly wider for better string alignment with long-scale basses.The DP145 pickup is humbucking with 4-conductor wiring.
Jazz bass pickups made in the 1970′s are bright, articulate and have a deep, clear low end. They are perfect for slapping, funk and R&B. Many rock players also prefer the 70′s sound.The AG 5J-70 is a five string version of our authentic four string 70′s set. Calibrated specifically for five string bass, they bring the aggressive and articulate sound of the 70′s jazz bass to five string bass.The AG 5J-70 pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP on-board preamps.The AG 5J-70 calibrated pickup set is a direct replacement in the Fender Jazz V and many other 5 string basses. Single Neck and Bridge pickups are also available.Bright, articulate with deep, clear low end43-gauge enamel wireAlnico V magnetsSingle-conductor, cloth-covered cable
The HZ Passive Bass Pickup offers flexibility and a great passive tone. Both neck and bridge pickups use a ceramic magnet with a steel core and can be used as a direct replacement for all Fenderî-style instruments. All HZ Pickups have EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allowing any number of wiring combinations, and are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.Package Includes: Mounting screws and springs.
The HZ Passive Bass Pickup offers flexibility and a great passive tone. Both neck and bridge pickups use a ceramic magnet with a steel core and can be used as a direct replacement for all Fenderî-style instruments. All HZ Pickups have EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allowing any number of wiring combinations, and are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.Package Includes: Mounting screws and springs.
The HZ Passive Bass Pickup offers flexibility and a great passive tone. Both neck and bridge pickups use a ceramic magnet with a steel core and can be used as a direct replacement for all Fender-style instruments. All HZ Pickups have EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allowing any number of wiring combinations, and are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.Package Includes: Mounting screws and springs.
The HZ Passive Bass Pickup offers flexibility and a great passive tone. Both neck and bridge pickups use a ceramic magnet with a steel core and can be used as a direct replacement for all Fender-style instruments. All HZ Pickups have EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allowing any number of wiring combinations, and are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.Package Includes: Mounting screws and springs.
Originally designed as a direct replacement for Gibson EB series neck pickups, the DiMarzio Model One Bass Humbucker Pickup has found new life as a woofer/tweeter in multi-pickup bass setups. By combining the Model One with Split P, DiMarzio Model P or DiMarzio Model J pickups, you can effectively turn your bass into a woofer/tweeter setup with onboard control of sonic extremes. By sending the Model One to a rig with an 18″ speaker cabinet and plugging the other pickup’s output into your regular gear, you have the makings of a sound with earth-moving bottom and crisp, transparent high-end. What’s that sound like? Check out Billy Sheehan. It’s the monstrous sound he’s pioneered that’s made Rock shake for years.
Originally designed as a direct replacement for Gibson EB series neck pickups, the DiMarzio Model One Bass Humbucker Pickup has found new life as a woofer/tweeter in multi-pickup bass setups. By combining the Model One with Split P, DiMarzio Model P or DiMarzio Model J pickups, you can effectively turn your bass into a woofer/tweeter setup with onboard control of sonic extremes. By sending the Model One to a rig with an 18″ speaker cabinet and plugging the other pickup’s output into your regular gear, you have the makings of a sound with earth-moving bottom and crisp, transparent high-end. What’s that sound like? Check out Billy Sheehan. It’s the monstrous sound he’s pioneered that’s made Rock shake for years.
The Bartolini 9J1 4-String Jazz Bass Pickup Set features a hum-canceling dual in-line coil design. The 9J1 has a bright Neck tone and deep Bridge tone. The #1 windings yield much more “growl” from the Bridge pickup. They are very similar in tone to Bartonili’s 94J 4 string pickups, just ever so slightly brighter at the bridge.Black shellHum-cancelingBright neck toneDeep bridge toneMore growl from bridge pickup
The Bartolini 59J1 5-String Jazz Bass Pickup Set features a hum-canceling duel in-line coil design. The 59J1 has a bright Neck tone and deep Bridge tone. The #1 windings yield much more “growl” from the Bridge pickup. They are very similar in tone to Bartonili’s 94J 4 string pickups, just ever so slightly brighter at the bridge. Black shellHum-cancelingBright neck toneDeep bridge toneMore growl from bridge pickup
The EMG JAX set-of-two is a bass pickup option based upon one of EMG’s originals, the J model. This addition differs in that it uses Alnico V magnets instead of the ceramic magnets of the original. Because the JAX bass pickup uses Alnico V magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone is endowed with openness and warmth for a more vintage sound, all with less noise and more signal. EMG has no doubt that the JAX bass pickup set, with its natural presence, powerful lows, expansive midrange, and superior definition, will be as esteemed as its predecessor.The EMG JAX bass pickup and other EMG pickups from the X-Series provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for. EMG JAX pickups are best described as bridging the gap between passive and active tone.The EMG JAX bass pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive Solderless Install System, a split shaft volume/tone control set, an output jack, a battery clip set, plus screws and springs.
The EMG JAX set-of-two is a bass pickup option based upon one of EMG’s originals, the J model. This addition differs in that it uses Alnico V magnets instead of the ceramic magnets of the original. Because the JAX bass pickup uses Alnico V magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone is endowed with openness and warmth for a more vintage sound, all with less noise and more signal. EMG has no doubt that the JAX bass pickup set, with its natural presence, powerful lows, expansive midrange, and superior definition, will be as esteemed as its predecessor.The EMG JAX bass pickup and other EMG pickups from the X-Series provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for. EMG JAX pickups are best described as bridging the gap between passive and active tone.The EMG JAX bass pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive Solderless Install System, a split shaft volume/tone control set, an output jack, a battery clip set, plus screws and springs.
The EMG JAX set-of-two is a bass pickup option based upon one of EMG’s originals, the J model. This addition differs in that it uses Alnico V magnets instead of the ceramic magnets of the original. Because the JAX bass pickup uses Alnico V magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone is endowed with openness and warmth for a more vintage sound, all with less noise and more signal. EMG has no doubt that the JAX bass pickup set, with its natural presence, powerful lows, expansive midrange, and superior definition, will be as esteemed as its predecessor.The EMG JAX bass pickup and other EMG pickups from the X-Series provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for. EMG JAX pickups are best described as bridging the gap between passive and active tone.The EMG JAX bass pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive Solderless Install System, a split shaft volume/tone control set, an output jack, a battery clip set, plus screws and springs.
The EMG JAX set-of-two is a bass pickup option based upon one of EMG’s originals, the J model. This addition differs in that it uses Alnico V magnets instead of the ceramic magnets of the original. Because the JAX bass pickup uses Alnico V magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone is endowed with openness and warmth for a more vintage sound, all with less noise and more signal. EMG has no doubt that the JAX bass pickup set, with its natural presence, powerful lows, expansive midrange, and superior definition, will be as esteemed as its predecessor.The EMG JAX bass pickup and other EMG pickups from the X-Series provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for. EMG JAX pickups are best described as bridging the gap between passive and active tone.The EMG JAX bass pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive Solderless Install System, a split shaft volume/tone control set, an output jack, a battery clip set, plus screws and springs.
The EMG JAX set-of-two is a bass pickup option based upon one of EMG’s originals, the J model. This addition differs in that it uses Alnico V magnets instead of the ceramic magnets of the original. Because the JAX bass pickup uses Alnico V magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone is endowed with openness and warmth for a more vintage sound, all with less noise and more signal. EMG has no doubt that the JAX bass pickup set, with its natural presence, powerful lows, expansive midrange, and superior definition, will be as esteemed as its predecessor.The EMG JAX bass pickup and other EMG pickups from the X-Series provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for. EMG JAX pickups are best described as bridging the gap between passive and active tone.The EMG JAX bass pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive Solderless Install System, a split shaft volume/tone control set, an output jack, a battery clip set, plus screws and springs.
The EMG JAX set-of-two is a bass pickup option based upon one of EMG’s originals, the J model. This addition differs in that it uses Alnico V magnets instead of the ceramic magnets of the original. Because the JAX bass pickup uses Alnico V magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone is endowed with openness and warmth for a more vintage sound, all with less noise and more signal. EMG has no doubt that the JAX bass pickup set, with its natural presence, powerful lows, expansive midrange, and superior definition, will be as esteemed as its predecessor.The EMG JAX bass pickup and other EMG pickups from the X-Series provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for. EMG JAX pickups are best described as bridging the gap between passive and active tone.The EMG JAX bass pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive Solderless Install System, a split shaft volume/tone control set, an output jack, a battery clip set, plus screws and springs.
The EMG JAX set-of-two is a bass pickup option based upon one of EMG’s originals, the J model. This addition differs in that it uses Alnico V magnets instead of the ceramic magnets of the original. Because the JAX bass pickup uses Alnico V magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone is endowed with openness and warmth for a more vintage sound, all with less noise and more signal. EMG has no doubt that the JAX bass pickup set, with its natural presence, powerful lows, expansive midrange, and superior definition, will be as esteemed as its predecessor.The EMG JAX bass pickup and other EMG pickups from the X-Series provide increased headroom, giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMGs are renowned for. EMG JAX pickups are best described as bridging the gap between passive and active tone.The EMG JAX bass pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive Solderless Install System, a split shaft volume/tone control set, an output jack, a battery clip set, plus screws and springs.
Billy Sheehan has used the original DiMarzio Model P and Model One bass pickups for many years. Because of the demands Billy puts on his system, DiMarzio made several modifications to existing models in order to deliver even more of what he wanted. These are the exact pickups Billy uses in his signature Yamaha basses. The DiMarzio DP145 Will Power Bass Neck Pickup is very deep-sounding with great low-end definition. Its dimensions are the same as the Model One, but it’s a little louder and fatter-sounding, and pole piece spacing is slightly wider for better string alignment with long-scale basses.The DP145 pickup is humbucking with 4-conductor wiring.Deep-soundingLouder and fatter than the Model OneWide pole piece spacing for better string alignmentHumbucker
The selected basswood on the Music Man 4-String Bongo Bass Guitar is carved into THE most distinctive body style ever — very well balanced and responsive with a super-tight 5-bolt joint to a selected maple neck with rosewood fingerboard. Dual neodymium humbuckers with 4-band EQ on 2 concentric knobs and continuous balance provide huge tone with precision command. Schaller BM tuners with tapered string posts, easily accessible truss rod, matching headstock, and a graphite acrylic resin-coated body cavity for supreme noise shielding add up to true MusicMan luxury.Selected basswood carved bodyRadical body designSelected maple neckRosewood fingerboard5-bolt neck jointDual neodymium humbuckers4-band EQContinuous pickup balanceSchaller BM tunersTapered string postsHardened steel bridge plate with stainless steel saddlesEasily accessible truss rodMatching headstockBody cavity shielded with graphite acrylic resin coating
The selected basswood on the Music Man 4-String Bongo Bass Guitar is carved into THE most distinctive body style ever — very well balanced and responsive with a super-tight 5-bolt joint to a selected maple neck with rosewood fingerboard. Dual neodymium humbuckers with 4-band EQ on 2 concentric knobs and continuous balance provide huge tone with precision command. Schaller BM tuners with tapered string posts, easily accessible truss rod, matching headstock, and a graphite acrylic resin-coated body cavity for supreme noise shielding add up to true MusicMan luxury.Selected basswood carved bodyRadical body designSelected maple neckRosewood fingerboard5-bolt neck jointDual neodymium humbuckers4-band EQContinuous pickup balanceSchaller BM tunersTapered string postsHardened steel bridge plate with stainless steel saddlesEasily accessible truss rodMatching headstockBody cavity shielded with graphite acrylic resin coating
The full-length dual blades of the Basslines ASB-BO-5b Blackouts accommodates maximum string spacings up to 3.10″ for a 5-string bass. The Basslines ASB-BO Blackouts are active bass pickups and electronics voiced for the aggressive bass tones of metal, classic metal, punk, and heavy rock. This bridge position active bass soapbar pickup is specifically voiced for aggressive music. Instead of the radical EQ boosting and cutting required to make flat, sterile pickups come alive, Blackouts deliver the goods with less tweaking. These Basslines Blackout pickups have more of what you want, including cleaner highs, deeper lows, and greater dynamic range than traditional active bass pickups. This high energy, expansive sound is also capable of covering your other gigs with ease.Accommodates maximum string spacings up to 3.10″ for a five-string bass model Dimensions: 0.75″ H x 3.74″ W x 1.52″ D
Bartolini buffer and balance/blend for bass with Piezo bridge saddle pickups. Magnetic and Piezo (dual) buffer – flat frequency response (no low freq. boost) on the piezo side – prewired adjustable gain trim pot on the magnetic side – 9 volt or 18 volt.
Bartolini buffer and balance/blend for bass with Piezo bridge saddle pickups. Magnetic and Piezo (dual) buffer – flat frequency response (no low freq. boost) on the piezo side – prewired adjustable gain trim pot on the magnetic side – 9 volt or 18 volt.
The 35HZ Passive Pickup for 4-string bass features a dual-coil design for low noise and plenty of output. Using EMG’s “CS” design (Ceramic and Steel), this pickup has the punch and fullness of older passive designs along with added brightness for a better defined tone. EMG-HZ bass models feature Solid “Bar” Poles that cover the entire width of the strings so any string layout can be used. Using an Extended Series housing, it is a direct replacement with EMG’s entire “Active” pickup line. All HZ Pickups have EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allowing any number of wiring combinations, and are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.Package Includes: Mounting screws and springs.
The Passive EMG 45HZ Pickup for 6-string bass features a dual-coil design for low noise and plenty of output. Using EMG’s “CS” design (Ceramic and Steel), this pickup has the punch and fullness of older passive designs along with added brightness for a better defined tone. EMG-HZ bass models feature Solid “Bar” Poles that cover the entire width of the strings so any string layout can be used. Using an Extended Series housing, it is a direct replacement with EMG’s entire “Active” pickup line. All HZ Pickups have EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allowing any number of wiring combinations, and are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.Package Includes: Mounting screws.
The Passive EMG 45HZ Pickup for 6-string bass features a dual-coil design for low noise and plenty of output. Using EMG’s “CS” design (Ceramic and Steel), this pickup has the punch and fullness of older passive designs along with added brightness for a better defined tone. EMG-HZ bass models feature Solid “Bar” Poles that cover the entire width of the strings so any string layout can be used. Using an Extended Series housing, it is a direct replacement with EMG’s entire “Active” pickup line. All HZ Pickups have EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allowing any number of wiring combinations, and are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.Package Includes: Mounting screws.
The Aguilar AG 4J-60 bridge pickup is designed to have both clarity and warmth and will reproduce all of the dynamics and nuances in your playing. This pickup is modeled after a mid 60′s single-coil Jazz Bass pickup. The AG 4J-60 uses all the period correct parts, including Heavy Formvar wire and Alnico V magnets. Aguilar developed a proprietary winding pattern to give these pickups great string-to-string consistency while sounding full and articulate. The pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP on-board preamps. Available as a neck pickup (see our sku# H72875) for four string basses. Both, the AG 4J-60 single pickups and sets are direct replacements for Jazz Bass style basses.Wire: Heavy Formvar, 42 gauge Magnets: Alnico V Cable: Single conductor, cloth-covered
The Aguilar AG 4J-60 neck pickup is designed to have both clarity and warmth and will reproduce all of the dynamics and nuances in your playing. This pickup is modeled after a mid 60′s single-coil Jazz Bass pickup. The AG 4J-60 uses all the period correct parts, including Heavy Formvar wire and Alnico V magnets. Aguilar developed a proprietary winding pattern to give these pickups great string-to-string consistency while sounding full and articulate. The pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP on-board preamps. Available as a bridge pickup (see our sku# H72877) for four string basses. Both, the AG 4J-60 single pickups and sets are direct replacements for Jazz Bass style basses.Wire: Heavy Formvar, 42 gauge Magnets: Alnico V Cable: Single conductor, cloth-covered
The Aguilar AG 4J-60 neck pickup is designed to have both clarity and warmth and will reproduce all of the dynamics and nuances in your playing. This pickup is modeled after a mid 60′s single-coil Jazz Bass pickup. The AG 4J-60 uses all the period correct parts, including Heavy Formvar wire and Alnico V magnets. Aguilar developed a proprietary winding pattern to give these pickups great string-to-string consistency while sounding full and articulate. The pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP on-board preamps. Available as a bridge pickup (see our sku# H72877) for four string basses. Both, the AG 4J-60 single pickups and sets are direct replacements for Jazz Bass style basses.Wire: Heavy Formvar, 42 gauge Magnets: Alnico V Cable: Single conductor, cloth-covered
The Aguilar AG 4J-60 bridge pickup is designed to have both clarity and warmth and will reproduce all of the dynamics and nuances in your playing. This pickup is modeled after a mid 60′s single-coil Jazz Bass pickup. The AG 4J-60 uses all the period correct parts, including Heavy Formvar wire and Alnico V magnets. Aguilar developed a proprietary winding pattern to give these pickups great string-to-string consistency while sounding full and articulate. The pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP on-board preamps. Available as a neck pickup (see our sku# H72875) for four string basses. Both, the AG 4J-60 single pickups and sets are direct replacements for Jazz Bass style basses.Wire: Heavy Formvar, 42 gauge Magnets: Alnico V Cable: Single conductor, cloth-covered
The Shadow SH 965 NFX-B is a professional double bass pickup that provides absolute natural sound with zero hum. The pickup is based on the revolutionary Nanoflex-technology, that makes no compromise in preserving these features. It’s built to reproduce the vibrations of your bass authentically with every move of the bow in all positions. No instrument modification was a must in developing this pickup system.For centuries bass makers worldwide selected the best woods to make, create and build the upright bass as it sounds today. Many hours of trimming the top and the bridge are invested to create the ultimate bass sound. Nanoflex pickups not only take the vibrations of the strings like common undersaddle pickups. Nanoflex senses the vibrations of the strings and the body of the instrument simultaneously. Due to active amplification directly at the pickup and 100% shielding of the entire system, no sound will be lost and no hum created.Reproduces the instrument vibrations authentically100% hum and noise freeSuper sensitive Nanoflex pickupVolume and tone control1/4″ output socket3V cell batteryVery low power consumption
The Shadow SH 965 NFX-B is a professional double bass pickup that provides absolute natural sound with zero hum. The pickup is based on the revolutionary Nanoflex-technology, that makes no compromise in preserving these features. It’s built to reproduce the vibrations of your bass authentically with every move of the bow in all positions. No instrument modification was a must in developing this pickup system.For centuries bass makers worldwide selected the best woods to make, create and build the upright bass as it sounds today. Many hours of trimming the top and the bridge are invested to create the ultimate bass sound. Nanoflex pickups not only take the vibrations of the strings like common undersaddle pickups. Nanoflex senses the vibrations of the strings and the body of the instrument simultaneously. Due to active amplification directly at the pickup and 100% shielding of the entire system, no sound will be lost and no hum created.Reproduces the instrument vibrations authentically100% hum and noise freeSuper sensitive Nanoflex pickupVolume and tone control1/4″ output socket3V cell batteryVery low power consumption
Basslines APJ-2 Lightnin’ Rods are active 4-string pickups for Jazz Bass, P Bass, and P-J configurations. Lightnin’ Rods pickups were designed to meet the needs of today’s modern bassist who insists on an authentic, “original” look. The vintage pole piece design doesn’t suggest that there’s a highly sophisticated preamp under the cover, but there is. For Jazz Bass, the bridge pickup has smooth highs and a solid bottom for warmth and clarity. The focused midrange gives the kind of definition that vintage pickups are so famous for. The neck pickup is fat and present with enough punch and snap to give the E-string brilliance and definition. The P Bass replacement pickup is fat and present with those famous “warm-and-woody” mids that P Bass players adore. The Lightnin’ Rods pickup’s fully discrete, ultra-quiet, single battery preamp delivers low impedance output with excellent dynamic range. As a result of the micro power circuit design, you can enjoy up to 2,000 hours of continuous battery life. Lightnin’ Rods pickups are direct replacements and require no bass guitar modification. A wiring diagram and all necessary mounting hardware, pots and battery clip are included.
The full-length dual blades of the Basslines ASB-BO-5n Blackouts accommodates maximum string spacings up to 3.10″ for a 5-string bass. The Basslines ASB-BO Blackouts are active bass pickups and electronics voiced for the aggressive bass tones of metal, classic metal, punk, and heavy rock. This neck position active bass soapbar pickup is specifically voiced for aggressive music. Instead of the radical EQ boosting and cutting required to make flat, sterile pickups come alive, Basslines Blackouts delivers the goods with less tweaking. They have more of what you want, including cleaner highs, deeper lows, and greater dynamic range than traditional active bass pickups. This high energy, expansive sound is also capable of covering your other gigs with ease.Accommodates maximum string spacings up to 3.10″ for a five-string bass model Dimensions: 0.75″ H x 3.74″ W x 1.52″ D
The 40HZ for 5-string bass features a dual-coil design for low noise and plenty of output. Using EMG’s “CS” design (Ceramic and Steel), this pickup has the punch and fullness of older passive designs along with added brightness for a better defined tone. EMG-HZ bass models feature Solid “Bar” Poles that cover the entire width of the strings so any string layout can be used. Using an Extended Series housing, it is a direct replacement with EMG’s entire “Active” pickup line. All HZ Pickups have EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allowing any number of wiring combinations, and are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.Package Includes: Mounting screws and springs.
The 40HZ for 5-string bass features a dual-coil design for low noise and plenty of output. Using EMG’s “CS” design (Ceramic and Steel), this pickup has the punch and fullness of older passive designs along with added brightness for a better defined tone. EMG-HZ bass models feature Solid “Bar” Poles that cover the entire width of the strings so any string layout can be used. Using an Extended Series housing, it is a direct replacement with EMG’s entire “Active” pickup line. All HZ Pickups have EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allowing any number of wiring combinations, and are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.Package Includes: Mounting screws and springs.
The JHZ Pickup Set uses a stacked design with ceramic magnets and a laminated steel core. Includes one long (bridge) pickup and one short (neck) pickup. EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect™ output allows any number of wiring combinations. HZ pickups are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.
The JHZ Pickup Set uses a stacked design with ceramic magnets and a laminated steel core. Includes one long (bridge) pickup and one short (neck) pickup. EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allows any number of wiring combinations. HZ pickups are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.
Take the best-selling Fender bass pickups in the world, then overwind them for more punch, midrange, bass, and output, and you’ve got these ’60s Jazz Bass tone monsters. The Fender Custom Shop J-Bass Pickup Set is constructed with Alnico 5 magnets and Formvar magnet wire for serious thump and growl. OEM on many Fender Custom Shop basses.OverwoundAlnico 5 magnetsFormvar magnet wireOEM on many Fender Custom Shop basses
Take the best-selling Fender bass pickups in the world, then overwind them for more punch, midrange, bass, and output, and you’ve got these ’60s Jazz Bass tone monsters. The Fender Custom Shop J-Bass Pickup Set is constructed with Alnico 5 magnets and Formvar magnet wire for serious thump and growl. OEM on many Fender Custom Shop basses.OverwoundAlnico 5 magnetsFormvar magnet wireOEM on many Fender Custom Shop basses
Take the best-selling Fender bass pickups in the world, then overwind them for more punch, midrange, bass, and output, and you’ve got these ’60s Jazz Bass tone monsters. The Fender Custom Shop J-Bass Pickup Set is constructed with Alnico 5 magnets and Formvar magnet wire for serious thump and growl. OEM on many Fender Custom Shop basses.OverwoundAlnico 5 magnetsFormvar magnet wireOEM on many Fender Custom Shop basses
The 35HZ Passive Pickup for 4-string bass features a dual-coil design for low noise and plenty of output. Using EMG’s “CS” design (Ceramic and Steel), this pickup has the punch and fullness of older passive designs along with added brightness for a better defined tone. EMGHZ features solid bar poles that cover the entire width of the strings so any string layout can be used. Using an Extended Series housing, it is a direct replacement with EMG’s entire active pickup line. All HZ Pickups have EMG’s exclusive 5-wire Quik-Connect output allowing any number of wiring combinations, and are fully shielded for a minimum of noise. String grounding is recommended to further decrease noise.Package Includes: Mounting screws and springs.
The full-length dual blades of the Basslines ASB-BO-4 Blackouts accommodates maximum string spacings up to 2.70″ for a 4-string electric bass guitar. The Basslines ASB-BO-4 Blackouts is an active bass pickup and electronics voiced for the aggressive bass tones of metal, classic metal, punk, and heavy rock. This active bass soapbar pickup is specifically voiced for aggressive music. Instead of the radical EQ boosting and cutting required to make flat, sterile pickups come alive, Basslines Blackouts bass pickups delivers the goods with less tweaking. They have more of what you want, including cleaner highs, deeper lows, and greater dynamic range than traditional active bass pickups. This high energy, expansive sound you get from this Basslines pickup is also capable of covering your other gigs with ease.Accommodates maximum string spacings up to 2.70″ for a four-string bass model Dimensions: 0.75″ H x 3.25″ W x 1.52″ D
Selected basswood is carved into THE most distinctive body style ever very well balanced and responsive with a super-tight 5-bolt joint to a selected maple neck with rosewood fingerboard. Dual neodymium humbuckers with 4-band EQ on 2 concentric knobs and continuous balance provide huge tone with precision command.Schaller BM tuners with tapered string posts, easily accessible truss rod, matching headstock, and a graphite acrylic resin-coated body cavity for supreme noise shielding add up to true MusicMan luxury.Selected basswood carved bodyRadical body designSelected maple neckRosewood fingerboard5-bolt neck jointDual neodymium humbuckers4-band EQContinuous pickup balanceSchaller BM tunersTapered string postsHardened steel bridge plate with stainless steel saddlesEasily accessible truss rodMatching headstockBody cavity shielded with graphite acrylic resin coating
Selected basswood is carved into THE most distinctive body style ever very well balanced and responsive with a super-tight 5-bolt joint to a selected maple neck with rosewood fingerboard. Dual neodymium humbuckers with 4-band EQ on 2 concentric knobs and continuous balance provide huge tone with precision command.Schaller BM tuners with tapered string posts, easily accessible truss rod, matching headstock, and a graphite acrylic resin-coated body cavity for supreme noise shielding add up to true MusicMan luxury.Selected basswood carved bodyRadical body designSelected maple neckRosewood fingerboard5-bolt neck jointDual neodymium humbuckers4-band EQContinuous pickup balanceSchaller BM tunersTapered string postsHardened steel bridge plate with stainless steel saddlesEasily accessible truss rodMatching headstockBody cavity shielded with graphite acrylic resin coating
Selected basswood is carved into THE most distinctive body style ever very well balanced and responsive with a super-tight 5-bolt joint to a selected maple neck with rosewood fingerboard. Dual neodymium humbuckers with 4-band EQ on 2 concentric knobs and continuous balance provide huge tone with precision command. Schaller BM tuners with tapered string posts, easily accessible truss rod, matching headstock, and a graphite acrylic resin-coated body cavity for supreme noise shielding add up to true MusicMan luxury.Selected basswood carved bodyRadical body designSelected maple neckRosewood fingerboard5-bolt neck jointDual neodymium humbuckers4-band EQHardened steel bridge plate with stainless steel saddlesContinuous pickup balanceSchaller BM tunersTapered string postsEasily accessible truss rodMatching headstockBody cavity shielded with graphite acrylic resin coating
Selected basswood is carved into THE most distinctive body style ever very well balanced and responsive with a super-tight 5-bolt joint to a selected maple neck with rosewood fingerboard. Dual neodymium humbuckers with 4-band EQ on 2 concentric knobs and continuous balance provide huge tone with precision command.Schaller BM tuners with tapered string posts, easily accessible truss rod, matching headstock, and a graphite acrylic resin-coated body cavity for supreme noise shielding add up to true MusicMan luxury.Selected basswood carved bodyRadical body designSelected maple neckRosewood fingerboard5-bolt neck jointDual neodymium humbuckers4-band EQContinuous pickup balanceSchaller BM tunersTapered string postsHardened steel bridge plate with stainless steel saddlesEasily accessible truss rodMatching headstockBody cavity shielded with graphite acrylic resin coating
Selected basswood is carved into THE most distinctive body style eververy well balanced and responsive with a super-tight 5-bolt joint to a selected maple neck with rosewood fingerboard. Dual neodymium humbuckers with 4-band EQ on 2 concentric knobs and continuous balance provide huge tone with precision command. Schaller BM tuners with tapered string posts, easily accessible truss rod, matching headstock, and a graphite acrylic resin-coated body cavity for supreme noise shielding add up to true MusicMan luxury.Selected basswood carved bodyRadical body designSelected maple neckRosewood fingerboard5-bolt neck jointDual neodymium humbuckers4-band EQHardened steel bridge plate with stainless steel saddlesContinuous pickup balanceSchaller BM tunersTapered string postsEasily accessible truss rodMatching headstockBody cavity shielded with graphite acrylic resin coating
Selected basswood is carved into THE most distinctive body style eververy well balanced and responsive with a super-tight 5-bolt joint to a selected maple neck with rosewood fingerboard. Dual neodymium humbuckers with 4-band EQ on 2 concentric knobs and continuous balance provide huge tone with precision command. Schaller BM tuners with tapered string posts, easily accessible truss rod, matching headstock, and a graphite acrylic resin-coated body cavity for supreme noise shielding add up to true MusicMan luxury.Selected basswood carved bodyRadical body designSelected maple neckRosewood fingerboard5-bolt neck jointDual neodymium humbuckers4-band EQHardened steel bridge plate with stainless steel saddlesContinuous pickup balanceSchaller BM tunersTapered string postsEasily accessible truss rodMatching headstockBody cavity shielded with graphite acrylic resin coating
Modeled after a mid 60′s Jazz Bass pickup, the AG 5J-60 bridge pickup brings the dynamic and sought-after tone of a 1963 Fender Jazz bass to today’s five string basses. The AG 5J-60 uses all the period correct parts, including Heavy Formvar wire and Alnico V magnets.Aguilar developed a proprietary winding pattern to give these pickups great string-to-string consistency while sounding full and articulate. The pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP on-board preamps.The AG 5J-60 calibrated bridge pickup is a direct replacement in the Fender Jazz V and many other 5 string basses. A single neck pickup is also available (see our sku# H72874).Wire: Heavy Formvar, 42 gaugeMagnets: Alnico VCable: Single conductor, cloth-covered
Modeled after a mid 60′s Jazz Bass pickup, the AG 5J-60 neck pickup brings the dynamic and sought-after tone of a 1963 Fender Jazz bass to today’s five string basses. The AG 5J-60 uses all the period correct parts, including Heavy Formvar wire and Alnico V magnets. Aguilar developed a proprietary winding pattern to give these pickups great string-to-string consistency while sounding full and articulate. The pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP on-board preamps. The AG 5J-60 calibrated neck pickup is a direct replacement in the Fender Jazz V and many other 5 string basses. A single bridge pickup is also available (see our sku# H72876).Wire: Heavy Formvar, 42 gauge Magnets: Alnico V Cable: Single conductor, cloth-covered
Modeled after a mid 60′s Jazz Bass pickup, the AG 5J-60 neck pickup brings the dynamic and sought-after tone of a 1963 Fender Jazz bass to today’s five string basses. The AG 5J-60 uses all the period correct parts, including Heavy Formvar wire and Alnico V magnets. Aguilar developed a proprietary winding pattern to give these pickups great string-to-string consistency while sounding full and articulate. The pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP on-board preamps. The AG 5J-60 calibrated neck pickup is a direct replacement in the Fender Jazz V and many other 5 string basses. A single bridge pickup is also available (see our sku# H72876).Wire: Heavy Formvar, 42 gauge Magnets: Alnico V Cable: Single conductor, cloth-covered
Modeled after a mid 60′s Jazz Bass pickup, the AG 5J-60 bridge pickup brings the dynamic and sought-after tone of a 1963 Fender Jazz bass to today’s five string basses. The AG 5J-60 uses all the period correct parts, including Heavy Formvar wire and Alnico V magnets.Aguilar developed a proprietary winding pattern to give these pickups great string-to-string consistency while sounding full and articulate. The pickups complement any bass and are a great match with Aguilar’s OBP on-board preamps.The AG 5J-60 calibrated bridge pickup is a direct replacement in the Fender Jazz V and many other 5 string basses. A single neck pickup is also available (see our sku# H72874).Wire: Heavy Formvar, 42 gaugeMagnets: Alnico VCable: Single conductor, cloth-covered
Breathe new life into your bass by replacing its stock pickups with the DiMarzio DP126 P+J Neck & Bridge Bass Pickup Set. The DiMarzio Model P is a hum-Canceling 2-piece pickup for big, punchy sound that’ll cut through the band without sacrificing bottom-end power. Gutsy midrange provides growl when the bass is pushed hard. Combined with the bridge position DiMarzio Model J pickup, you can dial in any tone from a tight midrange punch to a warm bottom-end with bright, clear attack.Model P for the neck positionModel J for the bridge positionFull range, punchy sound
Breathe new life into your bass by replacing its stock pickups with the DiMarzio DP126 P+J Neck & Bridge Bass Pickup Set. The DiMarzio Model P is a hum-Canceling 2-piece pickup for big, punchy sound that’ll cut through the band without sacrificing bottom-end power. Gutsy midrange provides growl when the bass is pushed hard. Combined with the bridge position DiMarzio Model J pickup, you can dial in any tone from a tight midrange punch to a warm bottom-end with bright, clear attack.Model P for the neck positionModel J for the bridge positionFull range, punchy sound
Originally designed as a direct replacement for Gibson EB series neck pickups, the DiMarzio Model One Bass Humbucker Pickup has found new life as a woofer/tweeter in multi-pickup bass setups. By combining the Model One with Split P, DiMarzio Model P or DiMarzio Model J pickups, you can effectively turn your bass into a woofer/tweeter setup with onboard control of sonic extremes. By sending the Model One to a rig with an 18″ speaker cabinet and plugging the other pickup’s output into your regular gear, you have the makings of a sound with earth-moving bottom and crisp, transparent high-end. What’s that sound like? Check out Billy Sheehan. It’s the monstrous sound he’s pioneered that’s made Rock shake for years.
The Bartolini 59J1 5-String Jazz Bass Pickup Set features a hum-canceling duel in-line coil design. The 59J1 has a bright Neck tone and deep Bridge tone. The #1 windings yield much more “growl” from the Bridge pickup. They are very similar in tone to Bartonili’s 94J 4 string pickups, just ever so slightly brighter at the bridge. Black shellHum-cancelingBright neck toneDeep bridge toneMore growl from bridge pickup
The PJ-X Active Bass Pickup Set combines the EMG P-X and a versatile EMG LJ-X active bass pickups. The EMG P-X adds warmth, and incredible low end punch, while the EMG LJ-X gives tight mid-range punch and dynamic high end response for a well defined attack. Used separately, or in combination, these EMG pickups offer unsurpassed flexibility in bass tones, accommodating both new and traditional bass playing styles, and making your bass sound the way a bass should. The result is pure capability; the capacity to produce everything from tight slap funk to smooth Motown groove, all with a sound that will set you apart. Give this bass pickup a try and experience why the “X” factor is exciting players all around the world.The replacement pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive solderless Quik-Connect system; solid shaft volume/active tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, adjustment screws. EMG’s exclusive Solderless Quik-Connect system includes:Split shaft volume/active tone control setOutput jackBattery clip setScrews & springs
The PJ-X Active Bass Pickup Set combines the EMG P-X and a versatile EMG LJ-X active bass pickups. The EMG P-X adds warmth, and incredible low end punch, while the EMG LJ-X gives tight mid-range punch and dynamic high end response for a well defined attack. Used separately, or in combination, these EMG pickups offer unsurpassed flexibility in bass tones, accommodating both new and traditional bass playing styles, and making your bass sound the way a bass should. The result is pure capability; the capacity to produce everything from tight slap funk to smooth Motown groove, all with a sound that will set you apart. Give this bass pickup a try and experience why the “X” factor is exciting players all around the world.The replacement pickup package includes: EMG’s exclusive solderless Quik-Connect system; solid shaft volume/active tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, adjustment screws. EMG’s exclusive Solderless Quik-Connect system includes:Split shaft volume/active tone control setOutput jackBattery clip setScrews & springs
In this material we take a look at the history of the electric bass guitar. When talking about bass history the first person that people normally think of is Leo Fender. He is credited with introducing the world to the Precision bass in 1951. The bass was called a Precision bass because of the accuracy of the notes. Players were able to play notes that were perfectly in tune because of the presence of frets on the electric bass guitar. To many people, this was the first real electric bass. This bass was mass-produced and very recognizable when it was created by Fender and up to this day it still is.
But while we give Leo Fender his dues for creating the modern electric bass, it must be said that way before 1951 there were at least five other prototypes that resembled the design of today’s electric bass guitar. In talking about the history of the bass guitar we must talk about the double bass. In fact, today’s bass is a direct descendant of the double bass, dating way back to the 17th century. Although it was really in the 20th century that one with a more practical design was created.
When talking about bass guitar history mention must be made of Lloyd Loar, known for designing the first electric double bass in the 1920s while working for Gibson. The bass used an electro-static pickup but there was no practical way of hearing it play. Unfortunately, bass amplification still had a long way to go.
The evolution of the bass guitar now takes us to the early 1930s when Paul Tutmarc built a more practical bass in terms of size. The first one came with a pickup and was the size of a cello but was too heavy, so the designed was changed to that of a guitar. This 42 inches long solid body bass was made of black walnut and came with piano strings and a pickup.
A few years later, in the mid 1930s, established firms like Lyon & Healy, Rickenbacker and Gibson began selling basses that, although less bulkier than the standard double bass, were still tall, unfretted and upright.
Around 1940 was the first time a large distributor handled the electric bass. The distributor was L.D.Heater Music Co. in Portland Oregon, and the basses were manufactured by Paul Tutmarc. This was a fretted instrument that was no longer to be played upright, but horizontal. It came with a pickup and was much smaller than earlier versions.
It was only then that Leo Fender came up with the modern electric bass. As said at the beginning of our discussion on bass guitar history, it was the year 1951. In the year 1957 the pickguard and headstock were redesigned and the pickup was changed to a split pickup. This took us to the year 1960 when the Jazz bass was designed. Unlike the Precision bass, it came with two separate pickups. The modern bass guitar became very popular.
The first 6 string bass was created in 1959 by Danelecto and the first 5 string in 1964 by Fender. The first fretless was created in 1965 by Ampeg, and in 1968 an 8 string bass by Hagstroem. Carl Thompson is credited with building the first fretless 6 string bass in 1978.
Many developments have taken place since then. For instance, Ned Steinberger introduced a headless bass in 1979. In 1987, the Guild Guitar Corporation launched the fretless Ashbory bass. This bass used silicone rubber strings and a piezoelectric pickup to achieve a “double bass” sound. The bass was very short, only 18 inches long.
Throughout the years, pickups have also evolved. In addition to single coil pickups, you now have several others such as humbuckers, hybrid pickups, passive and active pickups. These seem to be capable of producing every tone imaginable, from pure signals to the grittiest dirt sounds.
The electric bass seems to have become more popular today than ever before. For instance, when someone refers to a bass it’s more common to think of the electric bass than the upright acoustic.
