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Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Pickguard Assy, CA 50s Set, White Pickup
The Rex Brown Signature PJ Set is a pre-wired active bass pickup system designed for heavy music and aggressive tones, while the CA 50s Set is a vintage-correct passive Stratocaster pickup assembly built for blues, rock, and classic single-coil character. Rex Brown suits bassists seeking modern articulate output with EQ control; CA 50s suits guitarists chasing authentic 1950s Fender tone.
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Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup
Seymour Duncan Pickguard Assy, CA 50s Set, White Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup | Seymour Duncan Pickguard Assy, CA 50s Set, White Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $319.00 | $325.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Set Pickup
- ✓ Active 3-band EQ for real-time tonal shaping and frequency control
- ✓ High-output Quarter Pounder pickups ideal for heavy genres and aggressive playing
- ✓ Complete pre-wired drop-in solution eliminates soldering and complex installation
- ✓ Specifically voiced for articulate, responsive bass tone across decades of heavy music
Why choose Seymour Duncan Pickguard Assy, CA 50s Set, White Pickup
- ✓ Period-correct vintage single-coil tone with bell-like, articulate character
- ✓ Hand-ground Alnico V magnets and Formvar wire deliver authentic 1950s Fender response
- ✓ Fully wired white pickguard assembly drops into any standard Stratocaster with no soldering
- ✓ USA-built with meticulous vintage-spec components including Bourns potentiometers and waxed cloth wiring
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for metal and heavy music?
The Rex Brown Signature PJ Set is designed specifically for heavy music with high-output Quarter Pounder pickups and active EQ. The CA 50s Set is marketed as not ideal for metal or djent, targeting blues and rock instead.
Do both require soldering to install?
No—both are fully pre-wired drop-in assemblies. The Rex Brown set goes into compatible bass bodies, and the CA 50s pickguard assembly fits any standard Stratocaster without soldering.
What tone character does each deliver?
The Rex Brown set offers articulate, aggressive bass tone with switchable active EQ for precise frequency control. The CA 50s delivers vintage single-coil character that is bell-like, warm, and responsive to dynamics—period-correct 1950s Fender sound.
Are these for bass or guitar?
The Rex Brown Signature PJ Set is a bass pickup system with P and J configurations. The CA 50s Set is a Stratocaster guitar pickup assembly with three single-coil pickups.