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. EMG PAX 4 String Precision Size X Series Pickup

    $119.00
    4 String X Series Split Coil P Bass Pickup
    The PAX pickup is similar to our EMG PA bass pickup, but with the addition of the X Series preamp. The X preamp offers greater dynamic control and touch sensitivity, bridging the gap between passive and active tone and feel. Because the PAX...
  2. EMG 40P 4 String M4(EMG 40) Size Split Coil Pickup

    $104.00
    4 String Split Coil EMG 40 Size Pickup
    The EMG 40P is our P bass pickup in an Extended range housing for 5 string bass with the treble magnet closer to the neck (like a Spector or Yamaha bass). The EMG 40P covers a wide sonic palette of classic and modern bass sounds. Because the 40P utilizes...
  3. Nordstrand NP5F 5 String Fender Precision 5 Size Alnico III Split Coil Pickup
    Out of stock

    Nordstrand NP5F 5 String Fender Precision 5 Size Alnico III Split Coil Pickup

    Out of stock

    $152.00
    NP5F 5 String P Style Bass Pickup This is a faithful reproduction of one of the most famous pickups in the world. It will give a very big and full tone with the slightly hollow grind that the originals are known for. These...
  4. EMG P5 5 String Precision Size Set

    $109.00
    The EMG-P5 is just like an EMG-P, except it's sized for 5-string bass instead of a 4-string.
    Based off the EMG P, the P5 is built specifically for five string bass guitar. The EMG P5 covers a wide sonic palette of classic and modern bass sounds. Because the P5 utilizes ceramic magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone has brilliant...
  5. Nordstrand NJ4 4 String Jazz Bass Single Coil

    $97.00 - $231.00
    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.
    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...
  6. Nordstrand 4 String SE and SV Jazz Bass Humbucking

    $140.00 - $298.00
    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.
    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...
  7. Nordstrand 4 String P Bass Pickups (Humbucking)

    $143.00
    NP4 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...
  8. 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...
  9. 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...
  10. Nordstrand 5 String Jazz Bass Single Coil

    $111.00 - $229.00
    *Sets and Singles for your 5 String Basses*
    NJ5 Single Coil 5 String Jazz Bass Pickups Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly. NJ5 Single coil 5 String jazz bass pickups Five string...
  11. Nordstrand 5 String Jazz Bass Humbucking

    $147.00 - $291.00
    NJ5S Split Coil Humcancelling 5 String Jazz Bass Pickups Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly. NJ5S Split coil 5 String jazz bass pickup These...
  12. Nordstrand 5 String P Bass Pickups (Humbucking)

    $152.00
    NP5 Split Coil Split Coil Humcancelling 5 String Precision Bass Pickups Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly. NP5F 5 String Fender® Precision Pickup This...
  13. Nordstrand 5 String P/J Sets

    $298.00
    *P/J Sets for your 5 String P Bass*
    P/J Split Coil Humcancelling Precision Bass Pickup for the Neck Position and Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup for 5 String Basses Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly. NPJ5 NP5...
  14. Nordstrand 6 String Jazz Bass
    Out of stock

    Nordstrand 6 String Jazz Bass

    Out of stock

    $100.00
    6 String Jazz Style Pickups Uniquely sized 6 String Jazz Style pickups Please check the physical size of the pickups you want to replace to make sure the replacements fit properly. NJ6 Single coil 6 string jazz-type bass...
  15. Nordstrand 4 String Musicman

    $132.00 - $152.00
    4 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...
  16. Nordstrand 5 String Musicman

    $140.00 - $172.00
    MusicMan 5 String Humbucking 5 string Music Man®-type bass pickups MM 5.2 Humbucking (dual coil) 5 string Music Man® bass pickups A 5 string version of the otherwise identical MM4.2, itself an accurate reproduction...
  17. Nordstrand 4-String Big Split Pickups

    $127.00 - $300.00
    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 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...
  18. Nordstrand 5-String Fat Stack Pickups

    $152.00 - $352.00
    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 5 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...
  19. Nordstrand Bigman

    $250.00
    BigMan 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...
  20. 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...
  21. 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...
  22. 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...
  23. 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...
  24. 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...
  25. 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....
  26. 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...
  27. 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...
  28. 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...
  29. 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...
  30. 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...

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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