pickup change

  1. B

    Need some help, looking for direct replacement pickup size

    Hiya, I have an LTD F5E bass. I'm considering swapping out the pickups, and one of the options is Bartolini. I am looking to find out the exact dimensions so I can look for the proper size replacements. I bought the bass new, so it has the stock pickups in it now. First question, does...
  2. edwinhurwitz

    P Bass pickups once again

    I recently acquired an ancient woods Wilkins P and it's a wonderful bass. The pickup it came with was supposedly a Duncan SPB-1. It was really punchy, but had no high end at all. I had a Fender PV '63 lying around that I put in there and it sounds really wonderful by itself, very deep and pure...
  3. S

    SIRE D5 PICKUP SWAP

    Hey Everyone, I recently bought a Sire D5. I'm loving the features on this Bass but I just don't think the pickup has that low end that I would normally see in a typical P-bass. Could anyone recommend a decent low end pickup to replace the stock?
    • Samreyn
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    • pickup pickup change sire 2nd generation sire bass sire d5
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    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  4. T

    Dean Metal Man replacement pickups and help?

    So I have a Dean Metal Man, the one with the 2 pickups, and I'd like to replace those pickups with something a bit more aggressive that pairs well with heavy distortion (like Cliff Burton style distortion). I was looking at Nordstrand Big Single, Big Split, and EMG 35TWX pickups but can't...
  5. David Allen P Bass 1088 Pickups - Price Drop!
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    For sale David Allen P Bass 1088 Pickups - Price Drop!

    Cleaning out my parts drawer for the new year. These are fantastic sounding Pbass pickups that I were amazing in an American Standard but returned that bass stock when I sold it. In excellent shape, just trimmed the ends for connecting so plenty of wire length. Here’s how David Allen describes...
    $79.00
  6. Britbonic

    SOLD David Allen P Bass 1088 Pickups - Price Drop!

    Cleaning out my parts drawer for the new year. These are fantastic sounding Pbass pickups that I were amazing in an American Standard but returned that bass stock when I sold it. In excellent shape, just trimmed the ends for connecting so plenty of wire length. Here’s how David Allen describes...
  7. F

    Two pickups on one Jack TRS ??

    Hello! It's been a few years that i'm wondering if it's possible to have the signal of the 2 pickups of my jaguar bass in one jack TRS. I don't see why not but i'm not an electronic engineer. Do you think some ground issues will happened ?
  8. Vertigoblu

    PJ pickups for slap

    Hi guys, I need some suggestions for a pickup upgrade I’m planning to do! I’d like to change the pickups on my 2009 Ibanez GSR200, to get a better tone for slap, since it’s the most comfortable of all my basses for this style. I know it’s an entry level bass (even if one of the best in its price...
  9. B

    Looking for advice : Swapped pickups in Sterling Sub Ray 5 HH and now it sounds bad

    Hey TB, I figure this is the best last place to check before I wind up bringing my bass to a tech. I installed new MEC passive ceramic pickups in my Sterling Ray 5 HH, and I’m really happy with the results. Only issue is, somethings wrong with the wiring now and I need advice on how to...
  10. G

    Help pick the pickup!

    I need your help pointing me to the right pickup. There are not many out there to fit the bill. Here are the requirements: *Music Man style *five string bass *ceramic *the correct shape: with “ears”. MM pickups tend to come either as regular rectangles, or with the “ears”, two on one side, one...
  11. epikdieci

    MEC passive soapbars on Ibanez EHB 1005 ms

    I am really unhappy how the Bartolini's sound on my Ibanez and I was looking around for some new pickups. I have always looked for a Warwick/Spector sound, and many will say "Just buy a new bass" but I cannot since I'm a really young dude. I found the MEC passive soapbars as an interesting...
  12. Jefus

    Non-Standard Pickup Size Swap

    I've got a bass with non-standard pickup sizes in it. I could get into details, but I'm curious to see what ideas you guys have had to mount standard sizes in non-standard routs. The obvious thought is to rout out the hole for the new size, but in my case, the holes are already oversized. So...
  13. SmhBass0710

    Tmb100 pickup replacement

    Hey all, so I was looking into replacing the stock dynamix pj set on my tmb100 and was curious for some input into whether a designed pj set would be best or can I mix and match any p with any j? Was looking at fender custom shop 62 p pups and maybe same for the j or was thinking about a...
  14. Claymore

    TBLeaks... Who's got some information?

    So, recently there was a thread about G&L prototyping Jazz MFD pickups with the intent of offering them on builds and selling separately. They sounded great in the video and I love MFDs, so I was understandably looking forward to getting myself a set. I'm currently rocking Yosemites in my Jazz...
  15. Syl_Funky_bass

    Your thoughts about the Nordstrand NJ5FS hum-cancelling pickups?

    Hi All, I'm planning to install a new set of Nordstrand NJ5FS pickups on my 2006 Fender Victor Bailey Jazz Bass V. I would like to hear about your experiences and thoughts about these pickups. Thanks.
    • Syl_Funky_bass
    • Thread
    • 5 string fender jazz bass hum canceling nj5s noiseless pickups nordstrand nordstrand audio pickup change pickup fender nordstrand comparison zoom victor bailey
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Pickups & Electronics [BG]
  16. magnaton

    Are split wind J pickups directional? Pickups in general?

    Just got a set of fralin PJ pickups from reverb and am realizing that I don't know whether there's a directionally up side to the J? Have to assume the wires go out to the right on the P pickups when looking down at the face of the body but J harder to tell. If it helps there's two black wires...
  17. A

    Getting pickups in phase

    Hi there, I have a squier affinity series p-bass that I've had since high school. Back in the day, I wanted a little more sound out of it so i installed a single coil in the bridge position like on a j-bass. The issue is that I have never figured out how to get the two pickups to work together...
  18. Syl_Funky_bass

    Installing a John East preamp and new Fender noiseless Jazz V gen 4 pickups

    Hi Guys, I've just bought a new John East Uni-Pre 4 knob preamp and a new set of Fender Ultra noiseless gen 4 pickups for my 2006 Victor Bailey Jazz V. If I want to have a pro do that work for me it would cost me about 200$ in my area. I have never done such a job and have no experience in...
    • Syl_Funky_bass
    • Thread
    • 4 knob fender noiseless fender pickups fender ultra 5 john east pickup 4-knob 3-band pickup and preamp pickup change preamp uni-pre
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Pickups & Electronics [BG]
  19. TraktorBass

    Mustang, BS-DS and pole spacing

    Hello guys! I have a Mustang which I want to put a Novak BS-DS into, and I am unsure about pole/string spacing. String spacing measured at where the pickup will sit is about 16mm. Measured at the bridge, 17mm. The BS-DS has three options for string spacing: 15.6mm, 17.4mm and 19mm. Yesterday...
  20. A

    EMG 40CS In The Neck Position?

    Hi everyone This is my first post on TalkBass.com. Hopefully I can get some answers here! I've got three basses with EMG 40DCs in both the bridge and neck position, but recently started thinking about putting a 40CS in the neck positions. Do any of you have any experience with the 40DC and...
  21. Lindy Fralin 5-String Jazz Bass Pickups set new
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    For sale Lindy Fralin 5-String Jazz Bass Pickups set new

    Brand New Lindy Fralin 5-String Jazz Bass Pickups set of 2. Stock output. The Lindy Fralin 5-String Jazz Bass replacement is perfect for bass players looking to get more definition, clarity, and thunder out of their 5-String Jazz Bass.
    $170.00
  22. Slod

    SOLD Lindy Fralin 5-String Jazz Bass Pickups set new

    Brand New Lindy Fralin 5-String Jazz Bass Pickups set of 2. Stock output. The Lindy Fralin 5-String Jazz Bass replacement is perfect for bass players looking to get more definition, clarity, and thunder out of their 5-String Jazz Bass.
  23. Nangs

    Breathing life into an old bass

    Hi guys first post here! I have what I call my "beater bass" that I've messaged about on for years but and now beginning to properly get into playing and learning. Tldr my bass is battered all the pots are wobbly and theres and constant buzzing due to years of abuse and I really like the sound...
  24. E

    What do I have here? And what PU is this?

    A couple of years ago I was given this by a friend who doesn't remember where it came from or when she got it. I see it's a T-style but I haven't seen pics of one with this exact pickup placement/style. It feels good to play, intonation fine, action is OK, and the neck is pretty chunky but quite...
  25. Thebluesman666

    Jazz Bass essentials mods (MUST)

    Hello, I've picked up a MIM Jazz Bass (2004) this weekend at a great price. I Would like to get your input on essentials mods to improve the Bass overall tone and stability. Without going crazy what's is a must. Here's a few starting points : - Tuners - Bridge (High mass bridge such as Badass...
    • Thebluesman666
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    • hardware jazzbass mim fender pickup change sadowsky wiring
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    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  26. bobbybass85

    When a bass just doesn’t have “it”

    Howdy everyone! Just wanted to get some insight and opinions on this. I’ll post a pic of my arsenal here, and in it you’ll notice 2 Fender P’s. The black and maple is an American Standard from 2008 and the Sunburst is an American from 1999. Both play great, but the black and maple doesn’t have...
    • bobbybass85
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    • flatwound strings maple fretboard p bass pickup change rosewood fretboard
    • Replies: 99
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  27. J

    Pickup Changing for Rickenbacker 4003

    I just got a used ric from my friend. I want to change a pick in a warmer sound for rock style, but I still want to keep the ric sound. I plan to keep the treble pickup, only change the neck pickup. My first choice is the Bartolini. But I have no idea about how these two sound will combine. Will...
    • Jasonhhdx
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    • bartolini bass 4-string pick up pickup building pickup change rickenbacker rickenbacker 4001 pickup replacement rickenbacker 4003 rickenbacker 4003w
    • Replies: 52
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  28. Frykmanstein

    *Wiring Diagram Help

    Hey guys, I'm sure this has been asked before. If you guys have a link to another thread, I would appreciate it. Otherwise I have some questions. I currently own an Ibanez SR506 with the original Bart MK1s and an Aguilar OBP-3 preamp, as well as a BTB846SC with the stock bart pups and preamp...
  29. BoogerMan79

    Back at it.

    Haven't been on here in a while. Was playing drums again exclusively for a while. Soon I will be joining the worship band at my church (again), and the leader has asked me to alternate between drums and bass. I'm excited for this opportunity, but fear my beginner Ibanez GSR200 won't be enough...
  30. Jerich

    Ibanez SRMS805 pickups

    dunno if this is the right section, I have a Music Man Stingray 5 and for playing alternative metal I was looking for a Dingwall, but meanwhile, I bought an Ibanez SRMS805 because it really impressed me with it low B. I love and not sure if I'll buy a NG2, so I'm looking if I can make the...
  31. Mod7

    Changing my Fenders pickups

    Hi, I'll soon change my mexican PB Fender's pickup for a Custom Shop '62. It doesn't seem to hard to do but if someone knows a good video or photo instructions, a link to another thread, I'll be happy to watch them before starting :help:. Advices (mistakes to avoid) are also welcome. Next step...
  32. Bacowski

    Split coil pickup upgrades are too small.HELP?

    I've been looking for split coil pickups for a while and have discovered some bass pickups worth their price however the sizes for screw hole spacing is weird as the ones I have eyes for are ones that fit the box size but not the screw bit pointing out. its too small 46mm whereas my old pickup...
  33. JasonVN

    Best noiseless pickups for 97 CIJ Fender Jazz Bass

    Hi All, I have a 97 CIJ Fender Jazz bass. I love it, but the stock pickups aren't great (a bit muddy) and a bit noisy unless both pickups are at the same volume, which is a bit too bright for my taste.. I know a lot of people swap pickups out on these, but have also heard to be careful as...
    • JasonVN
    • Thread
    • 64ri cij fender jazz bass noisy pickups pickup change
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
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