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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Nordstrand NJ4 4 String Jazz Bass Single Coil
$97.00 - $231.00Choosing 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.
NJ4 Single Coil Jazz Bass Pickups for 4 String Basses Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly.NJ4 60's Wind This is a vintage single...Nordstrand 4 String SE and SV Jazz Bass Humbucking
$140.00 - $298.00Choosing 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.
NJ4 Split Coil Split Coil Humcancelling Jazz Bass Pickups for 4 String Basses Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly.NJ4SE These are...Nordstrand 4 String P Bass Pickups (Humbucking)
$143.00NP4 Split Coil Split Coil Humcancelling Precision Bass Pickups for 4 String Basses Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly. NP4 This is a faithful...Nordstrand 4 String P/J Sets
$183.50 - $282.00*P/J Sets for your 4 String P Bass*
P/J Sets Split Coil Humcancelling Precision Bass Pickup for the Neck Position and Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup for 4 String Basses Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly. NPJ4 NP4...Nordstrand 4 String 51 P Bass
$143.00'51 Precision Original 4 string P style pickup Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly.51P4 Original 4 string P style pickup This...Nordstrand 4 String Musicman
$132.00 - $152.004 String MusicMan® Pickups Replacement pickups for 4 String MusicMan® bass guitars Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly. MM 4.2 Humbucking...Nordstrand 4-String Big Split Pickups
$127.00 - $300.00Choosing 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 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 layout as...Nordstrand Bigman
$250.00BigMan 2 Big Singles in a MM Cover This BigMan pickup is the result of a questionable hair brained idea. Named after the fellow that had said hair brained idea (and the very imposing nature it possesses) the BigMan pickup is not...Nordstrand CND for Ibanez Replacements
$218.90 - $229.02*Replacement Pickups for Ibanez Basses*
This pickup is sized perfectly for replacement of "Carey Nordstrand Designed" pickups that are found on some Ibanez basses. These pickups do not include a plastic cover. You will need to use the original pickup cover that is found on the bass. Some...EMG TW Series Dual Mode Soapbar
$119.00 - $149.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
Inside the EMG TW are two independent tonal options: a single coil and a humbucker with EMG's renowned preamp circut. The single-coil mode is our JCS pickup built with ceramic magnets and steel pole pieces for a rich, warm tone. The humbucker...EMG J Series Soapbar
$99.00 - $119.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
The EMG J is our original J pickup in a Extended series housing for 4, 5, & 6 string bass. This pickup has its coil located in the back of the housing - closer to the bridge - which gives it sweeping harmonic overtones and punch. This quiet...EMG JCS Series Soapbar
$99.00 - $114.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
The EMG JCS is our JCS pickup in our extended range housing. This pickup utilize ceramic magnets with steel pole pieces for a smooth top end. This twist on jazz bass tone, gives players a much warmer sound and a smoother attack with less high...EMG P Series Soapbar
$114.00 - $119.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
The EMG P is our P bass pickup in an Extended range housing with the treble magnet closer to the neck (like a Spector or Yamaha bass). The EMG P covers a wide sonic palette of classic and modern bass sounds. Because the P utilizes ceramic magnets...EMG CS Series Soapbar
$109.00 - $119.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
The EMG CS is a big sounding modern humbucker for players looking to tame the higher frequencies in their bass tone. The two coils loaded with ceramic magnets and steel poles provide warmth and punch with a smooth top end and plenty of output....EMG DC Series Soapbar
$104.00 - $119.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
The EMG DC is a powerful modern sounding humbucker for bass players looking to cut through a big loud mix. The two coils loaded with ceramic bar magnets provide punch and clarity with a crisp top end and plenty of output. This extremely versatile...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...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...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...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...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....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...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....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...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...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...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...EMG HB Series Bass
$99.00*For 4 String Basses*
EMG HB size pickups are available for the 4 String bass guitar to provide you the player with different tonal options for your bass. All EMG pickups are hum cancelling and the HB size pickups are a Split Coil P-style construction design. EMG's...EMG Red Series Pickups
$189.00EMG Red Series Pickups
EMG Red Series Pickups Thanks to the EMG Red Series, some of your favorite pickups are ready to make a bold visual statement! The Red Series includes humbucking and single-coil pickups. Package Includes: (but...Nordstrand Big J-Blade Series
$236.00Nordstrand Big J-Blade Series Pickups
Big J-Blades The newest addition to our line of original Signature pickups, the Big J-Blade is Jazz-style single coil pickup, with a continuous sensing blade offered in two different winds to provide the style of tone specific to the individual...Nordstrand 4-String Fat Stack Pickups
$127.00 - $300.00Choosing 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 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 45 degrees...Nordstrand Big BladeMan 4 String Dual Coil Pickup
Out of stock
Regular Price: $196.00
Special Price $124.03
Nordstrand Big BladeMan 4 String Dual Coil Pickup
Nordstrand Big BladeMan 4 String Dual Coil Pickup Beware - this pickup emits an unsettling amount of raw power, creating the possibility that those who wield the Big BladeMan may engage in band practices and performances that may singe the...Nordstrand Nordenbocker Pickup
$149.00Nordbacker - Rickenbacker Replacement The classic Nordstrand Big Single is now available in Rickenbacker size, a drop-in replacement that fits without marring your bass. It even uses your stock pickup screws. Louder and more aggressive tones...Nordstrand Zen Blades
$127.00 - $360.00Nordstrand 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,...EMG LJA Long Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup
$99.00The 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...EMG PJCSX 4 String P/J Size X Series Set
$189.004 String Humcancelling P/J Pickup Set
Combining our PX-CS and a versatile LJX-CS, the PJCXS set provides increased headroom giving the voicing a more open tone while retaining the clarity and response that EMG's are renowned for. Both the pickups in this set are loaded with ceramic steel...EMG PJAX 4 String P/J Size X Series Set
$189.004 String Humcancelling P/J Bass Pickup Set
Combining our PAX and a versatile LJAX, the PJAX set provides increased headroom giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMG's are renowned for. The PAX adds warmth, and incredible low end punch,...EMG J System Control Plate and Pickup Set
$209.00EMG’s classic J pickups are now available in a completely solderless system that includes everything you’ll need to swap your Jazz Bass pickups with no hassle.
EMG's classic J pickups are now available in a completely solderless system that includes everything you'll need to swap your Jazz Bass pickups with no hassle. We've mounted and wired everything to your new control plate - volume, volume and tone pot....EMG JV52 Pickup Set
$179.00The EMG JV52-HZ Set is a new passive vintage style pickup designed by EMG founder Rob Turner.
The EMG JV52-HZ Set is a new passive vintage style pickup designed by EMG founder Rob Turner. The front/neck pickup has Alnico 5 pole magnets and the bridge pickup has Alnico 2 pole magnets making for one of the most unique J...EMG Victor Wooten 4 String P/J Size Set
$199.994 String Stacked & Split Coil P/J Pickup Set
The PAX provides increased headroom giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMG’s are renowned for. This new addition differs in that it uses Alnico V magnets instead of the ceramic magnets...EMG T System Control Plate and Pickup Set
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$299.99The new EMG T-System is a completely solderless replacement for your existing Tele style guitar.
The new EMG T-System is a completely solderless replacement for your existing Tele style guitar. This pickup system comes with our original EMG T Set for a tone that is brilliant, responsive, and whisper quiet. We've mounted and wired the switch, volume...EMG MMHZ 4 String MusicMan Size Dual Coil Pickup
$109.004 string HZ MusicMan Pickup
EMG MMHZ 4 String MusicMan Size Dual Coil Pickup EMG's Music Man Bass replacement, the MMHZ packs a passive pickup and a dual-coil design which gives an abundance of output without a lot of noise. The ceramic and steel design endows the unit...EMG PHZ 4 String Precision Size Split Coil Pickup
$104.004 string Split Coil Pbass Pickup
The passive version of our original P design, the PHZ covers a wide sonic palette of classic and modern bass sounds. Because the PHZ utilizes ceramic magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone has alot of high-end articulation, warmth, and incredible...Nordstrand NP4V 4 String Precision Size Alnico III Split Coil Pickup
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$143.00Vintage 4 string P-style pickup in cover (black)
NP4V Split Coil 4 String Precision Style Bass Pickup This is a vintage correct version of a classic pickup. It will give a slightly smoother tone than our standard np4. Alnico III magnets differ from Alnico V in that they...Nordstrand Power Blade Pickups
$148.00 - $160.00The 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...EMG LC - Les Claypool Signature Series Precision Bass Pickup Set
$149.00The 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...Nordstrand 4-String Parallel Wind Dual Coil Pickups
$152.00 - $402.00Choosing 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...Nordstrand NM4 4 String Mustang Size Split Coil Pickup Set
$93.004 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...Nordstrand Big SplitMan
$251.00 - $301.00Nordstrand 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...
