11402-09 vs 11402-10 — Compare

Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1B Rickenbacker Bridge Pickup

The SRB-1N is a neck pickup optimized for chimey, articulate clarity with extended treble shimmer, while the SRB-1B is a bridge pickup engineered for punchy low-mids and snappy cut suited to funk and live performance. Choose the SRB-1N if you want authentic jangly Rickenbacker character on neck; pick the SRB-1B if you need aggressive, defined output at the bridge for funk and rock.

No sales tax on orders shipped outside California — total cost beats national retailers that charge sales tax in nearly every state.

Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup

$135.00
View Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup

Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1B Rickenbacker Bridge Pickup

$135.00
View Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1B Rickenbacker Bridge Pickup

Specs side by side

Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck PickupSeymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1B Rickenbacker Bridge Pickup
Price$135.00$135.00
BrandSeymour DuncanSeymour Duncan
Pickup TypeNeckBridge
ConditionNewNew

Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup

  • Neck-position tuning with 11 kHz resonant peak for maximum shimmer and articulation
  • 9k ohms DC resistance balances clarity with body across rock, indie, and jangle pop
  • Four-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting and series/parallel configurations
  • Ceramic bar magnet with nickel silver cover resists electromagnetic interference

Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1B Rickenbacker Bridge Pickup

  • Bridge-position tuning with 8.3k DC resistance delivers punchy, defined low-midrange for funk and rock
  • Dual Alnico V blade magnets provide noise rejection and modern tonal control
  • 8 kHz resonant peak cuts through mixes without muddiness in live and studio settings
  • Phenolic mounting ring included for proper fitment on 4003 bass models
Bottom line: Intermediate to professional players with Rickenbacker guitars should choose the SRB-1N for neck articulation and chimey tone. Rickenbacker bass players, especially those playing funk, rock, or live gigs, should select the SRB-1B for its punchy bridge output and noise-rejecting design.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use these pickups together as a set?

No. The SRB-1N is engineered for guitar neck positions, while the SRB-1B is designed specifically for 4-string Rickenbacker bass bridge positions. They serve different instruments and roles.

Which pickup is better for metal and hard rock?

Neither is ideal for metal or hard rock. The SRB-1N excels in rock, indie, and jangle pop; the SRB-1B suits funk, rock, and studio work. Both prioritize articulation and clarity over aggressive gain or thick saturation.

What is the main tonal difference between the two?

The SRB-1N emphasizes extended treble and shimmer with a 11 kHz peak and 4/4/7 EQ curve, while the SRB-1B prioritizes punchy low-mids with an 8 kHz peak and 6/4/7 EQ. The neck pickup is brighter overall; the bridge is more balanced with deeper presence.

Do both pickups support coil-splitting?

Yes. Both ship with four-conductor plus shield wiring that enables coil-splitting, series/parallel switching, and in-phase/out-of-phase configurations for tonal flexibility.

🎸

Welcome! Before we chat…

Drop your name and email so we can follow up if you reach us after hours.

We never share your info.

🟢 Specialist connected