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Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup vs Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-4 Blackouts For Bass Pickup
The SRB-1N is a passive guitar humbucker engineered for Rickenbacker neck position with bright, articulate character ideal for rock and indie. The ASB-BO-4 is an active bass soapbar pickup designed for aggressive, high-output tones in funk, metal, and modern bass styles. These are entirely different instrument categories and not interchangeable.
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Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup
Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-4 Blackouts For Bass Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup | Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-4 Blackouts For Bass Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Neck | Any Position |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup
- ✓ Hand-built Santa Barbara construction with vacuum wax potting for stability
- ✓ Coil-splitting and series/parallel wiring options for tonal flexibility
- ✓ Bright, chimey midrange and extended treble perfect for Rickenbacker authenticity
- ✓ Passive design requires no external power or batteries
Why choose Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-4 Blackouts For Bass Pickup
- ✓ Active electronics deliver high-output, punchy response with minimal noise
- ✓ Direct EMG 35-sized cavity replacement simplifies installation
- ✓ Dual-blade design ensures consistent string-to-string balance across dynamic range
- ✓ Aggressive EQ stack (9/5/9) cuts through dense mixes and excels at slap bass
Frequently asked questions
Can I use either pickup on both guitar and bass?
No. The SRB-1N is a guitar humbucker sized for Rickenbacker neck cavities. The ASB-BO-4 is a bass soapbar pickup sized for EMG 35 cavities. They are not interchangeable and serve different instruments.
What is the main tonal difference between these pickups?
The SRB-1N emphasizes shimmer, articulation, and brightness (11 kHz peak) for chimey rock and indie tones. The ASB-BO-4 delivers aggressive, punchy bass response with scooped mids and boosted bass/treble (8.0 kHz peak) for funk and metal applications.
Do I need external power for either pickup?
The SRB-1N is passive and requires no external power. The ASB-BO-4 is active and requires power from a battery or external source to operate.
Are both hand-built and backed by the same manufacturer?
Yes, both are hand-built by Seymour Duncan in California. However, they are designed for completely different instruments and playing styles.