Bass Pickups

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Best Bass Gear is proud to carry a wide array of bass guitar pickups from manufacturers including Aero, Aguilar, Bartolini, Delano, Dimarzio, EMG, Fender, Lakland, Nordstrand, and Seymour Duncan. We are dedicated to assisting you in getting the perfect pickup(s) that will provide you with the best possible tone of your desire and fit your current bass or custom build.

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Question: Where Can I Buy Bass Pickups?

Answer: You can buy these from Best Bass Gear by Calling 877-839-3531 or Emailing us at sales@bestbassgear.com or chatting with our Bass Techs

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  1. Delano Xtender D/HE-M2 Split Coil Soapbar

    $169.00 - $187.00
    *For your 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
    Delano Xtender D/HE-M2 Split Coil Soapbar The TheXtender bass pickup range is made to bring up the sound of your instrument to new frontiers. You most certainly have never expirienced fat bass tone voiced that pure and sweet ever before. Imagine...
  2. Delano Xtender D/HE Split Coil Soapbar

    $148.00 - $187.00
    *For your 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
    Delano Xtender D/HE Split Coil Soapbar The TheXtender bass pickup range is made to bring up the sound of your instrument to new frontiers. You most certainly have never expirienced fat bass tone voiced that pure and sweet ever before. Imagine...
  3. EMG P Series Precision Bass Pickup

    $124.00
    *For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
    One of EMG’s original designs and our most popular bass pickup since its introduction in 1979; the EMG P covers a wide sonic palette of classic and modern bass sounds. Because the P utilizes ceramic magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone...
  4. EMG PA Series Precision Bass Pickup

    $104.00 - $119.00
    *For 4 String Basses*
    The PA pickup is based on the originals EMG P but utilizes Alnico V magnets instead of ceramic. This gives the PA a warmer tone that has more vintage character. Because the PA utilizes Alnico V magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone...
  5. EMG TB Series Thunderbird Bass

    $99.00 - $119.00
    *For 4 String Basses*
    EMG Thunderbird size pickups are available for the String bass guitar in a wide array of different coil configurations to provide you the player with different tonal options for your bass. All EMG pickups are humcancelling and available in Stacked...
  6. EMG MMTW Series Dual Mode MusicMan

    $124.00 - $129.00
    *For 4 and 5 String Basses*
    The MMTW is a direct replacement for the Music Man large profile bass pickup. Inside the MMTW are two independent pickup tones. One is a ceramic and steel humbucking pickup that gives players an incredibly rich bass tone. The wide spread...
  7. EMG MMCS Series MusicMan

    $114.00
    *For 4 and 5 String Basses*
    The MMCS is a direct replacement for the Music Man large profile bass pickup. This humbucking pickup has wide bobbins combined with a large coil surface area that gives the MMCS an incredibly rich bass tone. Utilizing EMG’s popular ceramic...
  8. EMG GZR 'Geezer Butler' Signature Series

    $109.00 - $179.00
    *For 4 String Basses*
    EMG along with legendary artist Geezer Butler have collaborated to develop the GZR-P and GZR-PJ signature bass pickup sets. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame bass player started working with EMG founder Rob Turner in 2011, looking to recreate the...
  9. EMG PJ Series for P/J Bass

    $189.00
    *For 4 and 5 String Basses*
    The EMG PJ Set provides bass players flexibility with a wide range of tonal combinations. EMG's original P adds warmth, and incredible low end punch, while the LJ provides a tight mid-range with dynamic high end response for a well defined attack....
  10. EMG JCS Series Jazz Bass

    $179.00 - $189.00
    *For 4 String Basses*
    The JCS Set features pickups that utilize ceramic magnets with steel pole pieces with our original J preamp. This twist on jazz bass tone, gives players a much warmer sound and a smoother attack with less high end presence. The JCS Set is less...
  11. EMG JV Series Jazz Bass

    $99.00 - $189.00
    *For 4 String Basses*
    The EMG JV Set is a mixture of old and new, utilizing traditional exposed pole pieces and EMG's active circuitry. Developed to deliver the classic tone and look of a vintage Jazz Bass without the noise often associated with vintage passive pickups....
  12. EMG JA Series Jazz Bass

    $179.00 - $189.00
    *For 4 String Basses*
    The JA Set is based off EMG's original J, but uses radiused Alnico V magnets instead of ceramic. This creates a tone that is warm and open for a more vintage sound with a similar broad frequency range and clarity of the original. The JA provides...
  13. EMG J Series Jazz Bass Pickup

    $99.00 - $189.00
    *For 4 and 5 String Basses*
    The original EMG J Set became an instant hit with its sweeping harmonic overtones, punch and quiet operation. This pickup set has classic jazz bass characteristics with a broader tonal frequency range that adds dimensions and clarity to your...
  14. Delano Xtender HE/S Dual Coil Soapbar

    $169.00 - $374.00
    *For your 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
    Delano Xtender HE/S Dual Coil Soapbar The TheXtender bass pickup range is made to bring up the sound of your instrument to new frontiers. You most certainly have never expirienced fat bass tone voiced that pure and sweet ever before. Imagine...
  15. OPEN BOX Bartolini P25CBC-T 5-String P2 Soapbar Classic Bass Dual Coil Bridge
    Out of stock

    OPEN BOX Bartolini P25CBC-T 5-String P2 Soapbar Classic Bass Dual Coil Bridge

    Out of stock

    $115.00
    OPEN BOX Classic Bass has a versatile voice for many musical genres, so P25CBC is one of our most popular pickups. P2 shape is quite common in 5-string basses from many instrument builders.
    OPEN BOX Bartolini P25CBC-T 5-String P2 Soapbar Classic Bass Dual Coil Bridge Classic Bass soapbars make you sound better, so you play better. They have a rich, deep voice with lots of high-end clarity and warmth. When you dig in, they are...
  16. Bartolini J66JD-B1/T1 J-Bass 6 String Wide Performance Guitar J6 Classic Voice Pickup Set

    $232.00
    Rich, deep, hum-free voice with high-end clarity and warmth for your Performance 6-String J-Bass
    Bartolini J66JD-B1/T1 J-Bass 6 String Wide Performance Guitar J6 Classic Voice Pickup Set Classic J-Bass pickups give you enhanced treble response and narrower apertures for incisive attack and focused sound without harshness. This added treble...
  17. EMG LJA Long Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup

    $99.00
    The EMG-LJA is the longer of the two pickups in the EMG-JA Set and is usually located in the bridge position.
    EMG LJA Long Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup Available as a separate units, the LJA (long) and SJA (short) are the two pickups in our JA Set, the LJA usually located in the bridge position and the SJA located in the neck. The JA Set is based off EMG's...
  18. Aguilar AG 5J-HC/CL Hum-Cancelling 5-String Pickup Set

    $259.99
    5 String Split Coil Humcancelling Jazz Bass Pickup Set
    We are not authorized to ship Aguilar products outside of the United States and Canada. Aguilar AG 5J-HC/CL Hum-Cancelling 5-String Pickup Set A direct replacement for 5-string Fender...
  19. EMG JV52 Alnico V Pickup Set

    $179.00
    The EMG JV52-HZ Alnico V Set.
    The EMG JV52-HZ Alnico V set
  20. Aguilar Super Splits Soapbars
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    Aguilar Super Splits Soapbars

    Out of stock

    $219.99 - $259.99
    Aguilar Split Coil Soapbar Bass Pickups
    We are not authorized to ship Aguilar products outside of the United States and Canada. The Super Splits® Pickups are voiced to create rich bass tone: crisp and open treble, barking...
  21. Lindy Fralin Raised Center A+D Split 4J 4 String Jazz L/S Size Split Coil Set

    $280.00
    Raised Center A+D 4 String Split Coil Jazz Bass Pickup Set
    Fender Basses have defined the electric bass since its invention. Lindy Fralin's Jazz Bass Replacement Style and P-Bass Style replacement pickups offer a loud, clear and even response to four string bass players. Using ALNICO V magnets and 42 gauge...
  22. Delano PMVC AL/M2 Series P Bass

    $161.00
    *For your 4, 5 and 6 String P Basses*
    Delano PMVC AL/M2 Series P Bass The DELANO PMVC 5 AL/M2 is a split coil humbucker that bridges the gap between the classic P-Bass® pickup and popular modern designs. Two custom wound coils are the heart of it - each with two 9.5mm diameter...
  23. Nordstrand Zen Blades

    $115.00 - $328.00
    Nordstrand Zen Blade
    Nordstrand Zen Blade The Spectral Center : a pickup that exists in the Tao of tone. The sidewinding Zen Blade mimics the voice of a sonic Buddha, centering the player on a plane of echoed clarity, while delegating a fluid rip, pop,...
  24. Bartolini J66JD-B1 J-Bass 6 String Wide Performance Guitar J6 Classic Voice Neck Pickup

    $116.00
    Rich, deep, hum-free voice with high-end clarity and warmth for your Performance 6-String J-Bass
    Bartolini J66JD-B1 J-Bass 6 String Wide Performance Guitar J6 Classic Voice Neck Pickup Classic J-Bass pickups give you enhanced treble response and narrower apertures for incisive attack and focused sound without harshness. This added treble...
  25. Bartolini J66JD-T1 J-Bass 6 String Wide Performance Guitar J6 Classic Voice Bridge Pickup

    $116.00
    Rich, deep, hum-free voice with high-end clarity and warmth for your Performance 6-String J-Bass
    Bartolini J66JD-T1 J-Bass 6 String Wide Performance Guitar J6 Classic Voice Bridge Pickup Classic J-Bass pickups give you enhanced treble response and narrower apertures for incisive attack and focused sound without harshness. This added treble...
  26. OPEN BOX Bartolini P25CBC-B 5-String P2 Soapbar Classic Bass Dual Coil Neck
    Out of stock

    OPEN BOX Bartolini P25CBC-B 5-String P2 Soapbar Classic Bass Dual Coil Neck

    Out of stock

    $115.00
    OPEN BOX Classic Bass has a versatile voice for many musical genres, so P25CBC is one of our most popular pickups. P2 shape is quite common in 5-string basses from many instrument builders.
    OPEN BOX Bartolini P25CBC-B 5-String P2 Soapbar Classic Bass Dual Coil Neck Classic Bass soapbars make you sound better, so you play better. They have a rich, deep voice with lots of high-end clarity and warmth. When you dig in, they are responsive...
  27. Bartolini 'Classic Bass' Bass Humbucker Vintage Gibson Pickups

    $264.00
    Deep, thick Original voice upgrade for your Gibson Les Paul or Flying V Bass
    Bartolini 'Classic Bass' Bass Humbucker Vintage Gibson Pickups Original Bart upgrade pickups provide bottomless lows and low-mids, their dual coil construction eliminates the noise and muddiness that vast amounts of low-end can create. The...
  28. Seymour Duncan Heavy Weather 4 String Jazz Bass Pickup Set

    $198.00
    We are not authorized to ship Seymour Duncan products outside of the United States and Canada. Seymour Duncan Heavy Weather 4 String Jazz Bass Pickup Set If you're looking for a...
  29. Nordstrand 6-String Fat Stack Pickups

    $164.00 - $378.00
    Choosing all standard options ensures a quicker delivery time. Custom options require extra time for delivery. If you have any questions regarding lead times or custom options please contact us at sales@bestbassgear.com or (877) 839-3531 10AM - 7PM EST Monday - Friday.
    Fat Stacks Stacked Coil Humcancelling Soapbar pickups for 4, 5, & 6 String sizes These are a proprietary Nordstrand design. The traditional bi-pole magnet layout was, literally, twisted in a new direction. By rotating the pole...
  30. Nordstrand 6-String Big Split Pickups

    $164.00 - $378.00
    Choosing all standard options ensures a quicker delivery time. Custom options require extra time for delivery. If you have any questions regarding lead times or custom options please contact us at sales@bestbassgear.com or (877) 839-3531 10AM - 7PM EST Monday - Friday.
    Big Splits Split Coil Humcancelling Soapbar pickups for 4, 5, & 6 String sizes These are a split coil version of the Big Single. They are very close to the Big Single tonally with a full rich pallette. They use the same magnet...

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Where Can I Buy Bass Pickups?

Answer: You can buy these from Best Bass Gear by Calling 877-839-3531 or Emailing us at sales@bestbassgear.com or chatting with our Bass Techs

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