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. Dimarzio DP548-BK 5 String Jazz L Size Ultra Jazz Split Coil Bridge Pickup

    $99.00
    5 string Ultra Jazz Split Coil Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup Only
    The Ultra Jazz 5® has many of the same qualities as the 4-string Ultra Jazz®, but it's been specifically designed to meet the demands of 5-string basses. By means of a unique application of Virtual Vintage® technology, the Ultra Jazz...
  2. Dimarzio DP547-BK 5 String Jazz L Size Ultra Jazz Split Coil Neck Pickup

    $99.00
    5 string Split Coil Jazz Bass Neck Pickup Only
    The Ultra Jazz 5® has many of the same qualities as the 4-string Ultra Jazz®, but it's been specifically designed to meet the demands of 5-string basses. By means of a unique application of Virtual Vintage® technology, the Ultra Jazz...
  3. Dimarzio DP550-BK 5 String Jazz L Size Area J Split Coil Neck Pickup

    $99.00
    5 string Split Coil Jazz Bass Neck Pickup Only
    Been waiting for a bass pickup that sounds like a vintage J Bass pickup and cancels hum? Your wait is over. Bass pickups are usually described with aggressive terms such as amazing punch and thundering lows, but that's not the sound of vintage...
  4. Seymour Duncan SMB-5d 5 String MV(Ernie Ball MM) Size Ceramic Dual Coil Pickup

    $119.00
    5 String Dual Coil Humcancelling Musicman ® pickup
    We are not authorized to ship Seymour Duncan products outside of the United States and Canada. Hotter pickup. Recommended for classic rock, heavy rock, funk, punk, R&B, and metal. This...
  5. Seymour Duncan SMB-5a 5 String MV(Ernie Ball MM) Size Alnico V Dual Coil Pickup

    $119.00
    5 String Dual Coil MusicMan Ernie Ball Size Bass Pickup
    We are not authorized to ship Seymour Duncan products outside of the United States and Canada. We have constructed a Music Man pickup that captures the feel and warmth of the originals....
  6. Lindy Fralin 5JN 5 String Jazz AS S Size Single Coil Neck Pickup

    $115.00
    5 string SingleCoil Jazz Bass Neck Pickup Only
    5 String J Bass Replacement Pickups are wound to 9.3 K neck and 9.8 K bridge. These are sized for Fender 5 Replacement (also many others) that have a bridge pickup length = 4.1" and a neck pickup length = 3.9". Dimensions Length...
  7. Lindy Fralin 5JB 5 String Jazz AS L Size Single Coil Bridge Pickup

    $115.00
    5 String SingleCoil Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup Only
    5 String J Bass Replacement Pickups are wound to 9.3 K neck and 9.8 K bridge. These are sized for Fender 5 Replacement (also many others) that have a bridge pickup length = 4.1" and a neck pickup length = 3.9". Dimensions Length...
  8. EMG 45HZ 6 String M5(EMG 45) Pickup

    $109.00
    The EMG 45HZ, is our passive Extended series pickup for 6 string bass.
    The EMG 45HZ, is our passive Extended series pickup for 6 string bass. This modern passive model features a humbucking design for low noise and plenty of output. Using ceramic bar magnets with steel, the tone is warm with a smooth attack and a big...
  9. Lindy Fralin 5 String Jazz bass cover set, Black
    Out of stock
  10. Nordstrand NJ5 Jazz L/L Size Single Coil Set 70's Wind
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    Nordstrand NJ5 Jazz L/L Size Single Coil Set 70's Wind

    Out of stock

    $208.00
    5 String Single Coil Pickup Set
    Also available in a 60's Standard wind - Click Here Five string single coil pickups in the same style as the NJ4. Featuring Alnico V magnets and the same winding pattern as the four....
  11. Delano JC TF 'Times Square' Jazz Bass

    $180.00 - $412.00
    *For your 4, and 5 String Basses*
    Delano JC TF 'Times Square' Jazz Bass The DELANO JC series are retrofit pickups for standard Jazz Bass™ type instruments and can be installed in any kind of bass with similar pickup routings. The custom made "Tofferrite"...
  12. Aguilar DCB Series Pickups

    $269.99 - $299.99
    Aguilar Dual Coil Bass Pickups
    We are not authorized to ship Aguilar products outside of the United States and Canada. Aguilar DCB Series Pickups These passive, hum-cancelling pickups are engineered to...
  13. OPEN BOX Bartolini J Soapbar 5-String BD Bridge Pickup
    Out of stock

    OPEN BOX Bartolini J Soapbar 5-String BD Bridge Pickup

    Out of stock

    $89.00
    OPEN BOX 5-String J-Bass BD Soapbar
    OPEN BOX Bartolini J Soapbar - 5-String BD Size Get the tone that fits your sound in the shape that fits your bass! The Bartolini Original Series J-Bass® pickups are now available in all our soapbar shapes, giving bassists and luthiers...
  14. Fender Gen 4 Noiseless Jazz Bass Pickups

    $179.99
    Authentic vintage-style Fender tone combined with noise-free performance
    With the all-new Gen 4 Noiseless Jazz Bass pickups we've achieved the sonic equivalent of cold fusion - authentic vintage-style Fender tone combined with noise-free performance. A quantum leap in pickup technology, these are the pinnacle of our pickup...
  15. Seymour Duncan Vintage Pickups

    $89.00 - $179.00
    4- and 5-String Vintage-voiced Jazz, Tele®, and Split-P Bass Pickups
    We are not authorized to ship Seymour Duncan products outside of the United States and Canada. SCPB-1 '51 Tele® Bass Vintage-correct true single-coil; a tribute to the...
  16. Delano JC 5 AX Active Jazz Bass Split Coil
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    Delano JC 5 AX Active Jazz Bass Split Coil

    Out of stock

    $328.00
    Delano JC 5 AX Active Jazz Bass Split Coil The active JC5 AX pickups are split coil humbuckers in American Standard® format.We have found a way to combine the vintage construction technique (fiber coil body with AlNiCo 5 magnets...
  17. Delano Hybrid Series

    $232.00
    *For your 4, and 5 String Basses*
    Delano Hybrid Series An uncompromising pickup series that combines in one single construction the two most legendary sounds in bass history! Part 1: J-Bass™ Single coil bridge pickup with the immortal characteristics of...
  18. Bartolini J Soapbar Pickups

    $132.00 - $136.00
    4, 5, & 6 string Jazz-Bass Soapbar Pickups
    Bartolini J Soapbars Get the tone that fits your sound in the shape that fits your bass! The Bartolini Original Series J-Bass® pickups are now available in all our soapbar shapes, giving bassists and luthiers unprecedented flexibility in...
  19. EMG LC - Les Claypool Signature Series Precision Bass Pickup Set

    $149.00
    The LC Set pairs a custom version of the EMG PA with a new brushed gold cover
    Les Claypool LC Pickup Set This set pairs a custom version of the EMG PA with a new brushed gold cover, bringing a new aesthetic to the tried and true EMG formula, defying the laws of the traditional P. Having spent decades as an EMG...
  20. Bartolini P Soapbar Pickups

    $136.00 - $144.00
    P Soapbars When you really want a P-Bass® voice but you already have a soapbar bass or you don't want to route for traditional P pickups, you need P Soapbars. Used alone, in pairs, or with a J Soapbar, P Soapbars provide a flexible solution...
  21. Nordstrand Power Blade Pickups

    $148.00 - $160.00
    The Power Blade This pickup is the latest addition to our blade arsenal. With its thick steel blade, optimized wind, and ceramic magnets providing an authoritative low-end punch, the Power Blade will distribute a forcefield of fat slap fury...
  22. EMG 35P4AX 4 String M3(EMG 35) Size X Series Pickup Alnico
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    EMG 35P4AX 4 String M3(EMG 35) Size X Series Pickup Alnico

    Out of stock

    $109.00
    Magnet Type: A Resonant Frequency (KHz) 2.61 Output Voltage (Finger, Thumb) 2.00 Output Voltage (Thump) 8.50 Output Noise (60 Hz) -101 Output Impedance (Kohm) 2.0 Current@9V(Microamps) 80 Battery Life (Hours) 3000 MaximumSupply(VoltsDC) 27 Alnico...
  23. Nordstrand 4-String Parallel Wind Dual Coil Pickups

    $152.00 - $402.00
    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.
    Parallel Dual Coils Dual Coil Humcancelling Soapbar pickups for 4, 5, & 6 String sizes This is a modern design dual coil humbucking pickup. Pickups like these are usually found on very high end basses. They use Alnico V magnets...
  24. Nordstrand 5-String Parallel Wind Dual Coil Pickups

    $181.00 - $410.00
    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.
    Parallel Dual Coils Dual Coil Humcancelling Soapbar pickups for 4, 5, & 6 String sizes This is a modern design dual coil humbucking pickup. Pickups like these are usually found on very high end basses. They use Alnico V magnets...
  25. Nordstrand 6-String Parallel Wind Dual Coil Pickups

    $217.00 - $483.00
    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.
    Parallel Dual Coils Dual Coil Humcancelling Soapbar pickups for 4, 5, & 6 String sizes This is a modern design dual coil humbucking pickup. Pickups like these are usually found on very high end basses. They use Alnico V magnets...
  26. Delano SBC TF 'Times Square' Soapbar

    $206.00 - $484.00
    *For your 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
    Delano SBC TF 'Times Square' Soapbar DELANO SBC series bass pickups are dual-coil highend electric bass humbuckers in the classic bass soapbar shapes. They represent the leading edge in dedicated bass transducer technology. Finally your bass...
  27. Nordstrand NM4 4 String Mustang Size Split Coil Pickup Set

    $93.00
    4 string Split Coil Mustang Bass Pickup Set Note: Select Standard Size for Mustang reissue basses. Select Vintage Size for Mustang original basses.
    This Mustang replacement pickup uses our proprietary angled pole piece design, providing the player with the largest coil possible and maximum amount of throaty tone. Although these pickups may appear tiny and totally harmless, the tone that flows...
  28. HBCS in Chrome Humbucking bass pickup
    Out of stock

    HBCS in Chrome Humbucking bass pickup

    Out of stock

    $119.00
    Special order item, non-refundable
  29. EMG 4SW pickup set for NS design EUB

    $105.00
    4SW pickup set for NS designs EUB
    4SW pickup set for NS designs EUBIncludes; 4 pickups with preamp and wiring for the pickups and preamp. Does not include any controls (volume, etc.).
  30. Realist Bass Pick-up with Wood Element

    $219.99
    Realist Bass Pick-up with Wood Element
    Acoustic transducer unrivaled for transparency, tonal fidelity, instrument safety, and simplicity of installation. Patented design captures the vibrancy of the top plate Produces an organic or natural tone Bass...
  31. Realist Bass Pick-up

    $219.99
    Realist Bass Pick-up
    Acoustic transducer unrivaled for transparency, tonal fidelity, instrument safety, and simplicity of installation. Patented design captures the vibrancy of the top plate Produces an organic or natural tone Bass...
  32. Fender American Vintage 62 Jazz Bass PRE-WIRED Control Assembly

    $169.00
    American Vintage 62 Jazz Bass Pre-wired Control Assembly Pre-wired on our bench for you. Just connect your bridge ground and pickups and go. This classic configuration gives you a dedicated volume and tone for each pickup via vintage style chrome...
  33. Nordstrand Big SplitMan

    $251.00 - $301.00
    Nordstrand Big SplitMan will not disappoint those who practice the art of manipulating large and unruly tone.
    Nordstrand Big SplitMan - 5 String In essence, this pickup is a quad-coil BigMan with a cutthroat vendetta against hum and a raw energy slightly superseding the BigMan's iconic aggression. Its composition is essentially two Big Splits under...

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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