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Of all the parts that make up any electric bass guitar, the pickups are perhaps the most essential when it comes to shaping the amplified sound. Which makes sense, since it's the pickups that are responsible for capturing the sound of the strings and sending it to your bass amplifier.

Bass Pickups for the Best Price

In our humble webstore, you'll find an immense selection of bass guitar pickups ranging from decent models with an affordable price tag to exclusive high-end models. Whether you want to upgrade your bass with the classic output of a single-coil; the balanced tone of a split-single-coil; or the thicker sound of a hum-eliminating double-coil humbucker, you'll find plenty to choose from.

Active or Passive Bass Pickups

Many classic bass guitar models come mounted with passive pickups and electronics, but since the end of the seventies, bassists have been spoilt with the choice between basses set up with active pickups and passive electronics, or modern basses loaded with passive pickups and an active preamp system. Depending on the layout of the control pots, these modern basses often come with a wider range of sonic profiles that can be taken in multiple directions just by tweaking the equalizer pots. Passive basses usually have a no-nonsense volume control pot and a global tone pot for fine-tuning the sound, which isn't just a no-nonsense setup but shapes iconic old-school tone. But with an active bass, you get more to play with since the tone controls are often split into a two-band bass and treble layout, or more commonly, a three-band layout including a control pot for the mids. This setup results in a more contemporary output and a balanced bass sound.

Magnetic or Piezo Pickups

The single-coils, split-coils, and humbuckers of electric basses are fitted with magnetic cores that respond to the vibration of the strings, convert it into an electrical signal, then send this signal to an amplifier where it's converted back into sound. But electro-acoustic basses are essentially acoustic basses that come with a piezo pickup fitted beneath the bridge. While the magnetic field of an electric bass pickup is interrupted by the vibration of the metal strings, piezo pickups are pressure-based, so the pickup is literally vibrated by the resonance of the instrument and generates an electrical signal in response. This signal is then processed by a built-in preamp and sent to an acoustic bass amplifier. If you have an acoustic bass that you want to convert into an electro-acoustic bass, you can pick up full packs to upgrade it. Some pickups can be clipped on and removed, but other systems will need to be installed, so if you need help, it's worth seeking the advice of your local luthier.

Installing & Setting Up Bass Pickups

If your model isn't giving you your ideal bass sound, then it might be worth adjusting the setup of your single or double-coil pickups. By simply adjusting the height of the pickup, the distance between the magnetic core and the strings is adjusted, which can have a massive effect on the sound of your beloved four or five-string. When the pickup sits closer to the strings, the sound will be clearer and more full, and if you want to pull back on the clarity and fullness and round off the sound a bit, simply lower the pickup to pull it further away from the strings. Using some purpose-designed guitar tools, you could also adjust other elements of your bass to set it up and tweak the foundation sound. Of course, if that doesn't work, you could have a browse through our range of bass guitar parts and give your model a nice upgrade.

Seymour Duncan SJB-3B Quarter Pound Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup 4-String Bass Guitar Pickup

Powerful, balanced and packing plenty of spice, a tightened up attack and boosted sustain, the Seymour Duncan SJB-3B Quarter Pound Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup drops supreme hand-built quality and interference-free bass sound.

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Recommended price £118
£99

Fazley 10568 Split Single Coil Bass Guitar Pickup

The Fazley 10568 passive split single-coil pickup has been specifically voiced for the middle position of a bass guitar.

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Recommended price £8.30
£5.10

Fazley 10592 J-Style Bass Bridge Pickup (Black)

Designed for the bridge position of an electric bass, the Fazley 10592 J-style single-coil is a solid pickup replacement or mod.

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Recommended price £9.20
£6.35

Fazley 10595 Bass Guitar Soapbar Bridge Pickup (Black)

Designed for the bridge position of an electric bass, the Fazley 10595 soapbar is a solid pickup replacement or mod.

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Recommended price £8.55
£5.45

Fazley 10567 Split Single Coil Bass Guitar Pickup

The Fazley 10567 passive split single-coil pickup has been specifically voiced for the middle position of a bass guitar.

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Recommended price £8.75
£4.66

Fazley 10574 Neck Humbucker for Bass Guitar

The Fazley 10574 passive humbucking pickup has been specifically voiced for the neck position of an electric bass guitar.

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Recommended price £7.75
£5.15

Fazley 10599 Bass Guitar Soapbar Bridge Pickup (Black)

Designed for the bridge position of an electric bass, the Fazley 10599 soapbar humbucker is a solid pickup replacement or mod.

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Recommended price £6.25
£3.86

Fazley 10593 Single-Coil Bass Guitar Bridge Pickup (Black)

Designed for the bridge position of an electric bass, the Fazley 10593 single-coil is a solid pickup replacement or mod.

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Recommended price £7.15
£4.49

Fazley 10571 Neck Humbucker for Bass Guitar

The Fazley 10571 passive single-coil pickup has been specifically voiced for the neck position of an electric bass guitar.

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Recommended price £14.05
£9.60

Fazley 10570 Single-Coil Bass Guitar Neck Pickup

The Fazley 10570 passive single-coil pickup has been specifically voiced for the neck position of an electric bass guitar.

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Recommended price £7.70
£4.03

Fazley 10594 Ray-Style Bass Bridge Pickup (Black)

Designed for the bridge position of an electric bass, the Fazley 10594 Ray-style humbucker is a solid pickup replacement or mod.

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Recommended price £13.95
£7.65

Fazley 10597 Bass Guitar Bridge Humbucker (Black)

Designed for the bridge position of an electric bass, the Fazley 10597 humbucker is a solid pickup replacement or mod.

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Recommended price £9.05
£8.45

Fazley 10573 Neck Humbucker for Bass Guitar

The Fazley 10573 passive humbucking pickup has been specifically voiced for the neck position of an electric bass guitar.

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Recommended price £8.55
£5.45

Fender Vintage Noiseless Jazz Bass (set of 2)

<p>The tonal character of a vintage Jazz Bass and the noiseless construction make for a beautiful combination. This Fender Vintage Noiseless Jazz Bass pickup set produces nothing other than pure bass sound.</p>

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Recommended price £227
£178

Boss GK-5B Electric Bass Guitar Divided Pickup

Install the Boss GK-5B Electric Bass Guitar Divided Pickup and plug it directly into a compatible synth unit via a Serial GK format TRS jack cable to completely flip and transform the sound.

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Recommended price £251
£129

Fender Original Jazz Bass Pickups (set of 2)

<p>It's back to bas(s)ics with this Fender Original Jazz Bass pickup set. Two black pickups to give your Jazz Bass a proper jolt. The melodious mids and deep basses gain in strength and lean towards the sixties.</p>

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Recommended price £183
£105

Boston VPB-57-BK Split-Coil Humbucker for P-Style Bass Guitars

The Boston VPB-57-BK split-coil humbucker offers a solid, low-cost solution for repairing or upgrading a P-style electric bass guitar.

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Recommended price £34
£21

Fazley 10575 Neck Humbucker for Bass Guitar

The Fazley 10574 passive humbucker pickup has been specifically voiced for the neck position of an electric bass guitar.

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Recommended price £7.45
£4.49

Fazley 10596 Bridge Pickup for 7-String Bass Guitar (Black)

Designed for the bridge position of a 7-string electric bass, the Fazley 10595 passive single-coil can be integrated into active circuits and is a solid pickup replacement or mod.

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Recommended price £10.40
£7.80
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Fazley 10572 Single-Coil Neck Pickup for 7-String Bass Guitar

The Fazley 10572 passive single-coil pickup has been specifically voiced for the neck position of a 7-string electric bass guitar.

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Recommended price £10.40
£6.25

EMG P5J Set Black 5-String Active Electric Bass Pickup Set

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Recommended price £171
£149

Ortega MAGUSPRO/B-RC Active Preamp System for Electro-Acoustic Bass Guitar

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Recommended price £84
£71

Seymour Duncan SCPB-3 Quarter Pound Single Coil P-Bass Pickup Flat Black

The Seymour Duncan SCPB-3 Quarter Pound Single Coil P-Bass Pickup delivers classic single-coil-style sound, making it perfect if you're looking for vintage-flavoured tone.

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Recommended price £118
£101

DiMarzio DP122BK Model P-Bass Bass Guitar Pickup

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Recommended price £108
£93

EMG MM CS Black Active Bass Guitar Pickup

The EMG MM CS is an excellent replacement for large, MM-style bass guitar pickups. Featuring broad coils and a large surface area, this active humbucker delivers rich sound full of transparent trebles and warm basses.

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Recommended price £140
£81

Fazley 10569 Single Coil Bass Guitar Neck Pickup

The Fazley 10569 passive single-coil pickup has been specifically voiced for the neck position of an electric bass guitar.

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Recommended price £7.45
£6.25

EMG GZR P Geezer Butler Black Bass Guitar Pickup Set

EMG and Black Sabbath's own Geezer Butler present the GZR P Signature Pickup Set. Featuring a custom-wound Alnico 5 magnet, this passive split-coil pickup shapes that raw-and-warm, early-seventies P-style sound.

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Recommended price £140
£74

Aguilar AG 4M bass guitar pickup

<p>The Aguilar AG 4M (made specifically for 4-string bass guitars) is a pickup that caters to bass players who are looking to obtain the famous punchy Music Man Stingray sound.</p>

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Recommended price £184
£139

Fender Custom Shop ‘62 Precision Bass Pickup

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Recommended price £197
£116

EMG GZR PJ Geezer Butler Black Bass Guitar Pickup Set

Geezer Butler and EMG have joined forces to bring bassists the noise-free power of the GZR PJ passive signature pickup set. Finished with alnico V magnets and custom windings, these pups also boast vintage warmth and clear punch.

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Recommended price £253
£155

Seymour Duncan SJB-2B Hot Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup 4-String

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Recommended price £119
£109

EMG PJX Set Black Active Electric Bass Pickup Set

The EMG PXJ Set bundles up a PX split-coil pickup for warm, P-style sound and an LJX single-coil pickup for tight, L-style sound, granting access to a wide range of sounds supported by a dynamic feel and lots of headroom.

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Recommended price £239
£133

EMG PJHZ Set Black Passive Bass Guitar Pickup Set

The EMG PJHZ Set includes two passive bass guitar pickups in a P/J configuration, plus everything needed to install them via EMG's solderless system.

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Recommended price £162
£136

DiMarzio DP149CR Ultra Jazz Set Bass Guitar Pickup

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Recommended price £183
£153

Fender Cobalt Chrome P/J Bass Pickup Set (Set of 2)

The Fender Cobalt Chrome P/J Bass Pickup Set instantly takes the sound of your P/J Bass to the next level. The special FeCrCo magnets guarantee fresh tone framed by hi-fi-grade clarity and dynamics.

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Recommended price £396
£199

Seymour Duncan SJB-3N Quarter Pound Jazz Bass Neck Pickup 4-String Bass Guitar Pickup

The Seymour Duncan SJB-3N Quarter Pound Jazz Bass Neck Pickup drops balanced Alnico 5 sound and powerful output and tight attack of an overwound core. This model has been wax-potted and features an RWRP design to counter hum.

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Recommended price £137
£98

EMG MM5 CS Black 5-String Bass Guitar Pickup

The EMG MM5 CS is an excellent replacement for large, MM-style bass guitar pickups. Featuring broad coils and a large surface area, this active humbucker delivers rich sound full of transparent trebles and warm basses.

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Recommended price £141
£91

EMG PJ Set Black Active Electric Bass Pickup Set

Enhance your bass guitar with the EMG PJ Pickup Set and enjoy tight-and-full sound backed up by rich dynamics and ample attack. This P split-coil and LJ single-coil can be installed without the need for any soldering.

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Recommended price £225
£119

Fender Pure Vintage '60 Precision Bass Pickup Set

The Fender Pure Vintage '60 Precision Bass Pickup hooks you up with original P-Bass sound from the start of the sixties. In other words, expect vintage output framed by authentic lows and clear, bright highs.

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Recommended price £168
£98

Fender Cobalt Chrome Jazz Bass Pickup Set (Set of 2)

Developed by pickup guru Tim Shaw, the Fender Cobalt Chrome Jazz Bass Pickup Set is a recipe for clear-and-fresh sound supported by rich dynamics, ample sonic punch and that well-known mid-range growl.

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Recommended price £326
£214

Seymour Duncan SPB-3 Quarter Pound P-Bass Split Coil Pickup 4-String Bass Guitar Pickup

The SPB-3 Quarter Pound P-Bass Split Coil Pickup is one of Seymour Duncan's most popular pickups. Its powerful, punchy sound packs clear mids and is perfect for rock, but also pliable enough for other styles.

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Recommended price £134
£111

Seymour Duncan SJB-1B Vintage Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup 4-String

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Recommended price £137
£101

Fender Pure Vintage '66 Jazz Bass Pickup Set

The Fender Pure Vintage '66 Jazz Bass Pickup Set guarantees original mid-sixties sound complete with that characteristic mid-range growl and deep dynamic response.

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Recommended price £168
£96

Seymour Duncan SJB-2N Hot Jazz Bass Neck Pickup 4-String

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Recommended price £118
£98

Seymour Duncan SPB-1 Vintage P-Bass Split Coil Pickup 4-String Bass Guitar Pickup

The Seymour Duncan SPB-1 Vintage P-Bass Split Coil Pickup adds a classic P-style voicing to your four-string bass, making it a great upgrade if you're after legendary sound.

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Recommended price £134
£109

EMG 35DC Black Active Bass Guitar Pickup

The EMG 35DC is a great choice for bassists in search of more mix-slicing power. This active humbucker offers clear, high-output sound and an extensive frequency range that spans from growling lows to crystal-clear highs.

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Recommended price £126
£75

Fishman PRO-BP1-00B BP-100 Classic Series double bass pickup

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Recommended price £292
£194

EMG P Black bass guitar pickup

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Recommended price £112
£86
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