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Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 5 Str, 70 Neck Pickup vs Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 5 Str, 74 Bridge Pickup
The Apollo J-Bass Neck Pickup (70mm) is designed for the neck position with traditional string spacing, while the Apollo J-Bass Bridge Pickup (74mm) is engineered for the bridge position with wider spacing and slightly more output. Choose the neck pickup if you're building or upgrading a five-string jazz bass with standard spacing, or the bridge pickup if you need to replace or upgrade your bridge position specifically.
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Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 5 Str, 70 Neck Pickup
Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 5 Str, 74 Bridge Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 5 Str, 70 Neck Pickup | Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 5 Str, 74 Bridge Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 5 Str, 70 Neck Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position optimized with 70mm spacing for traditional five-string setup
- ✓ Lower DC resistance (9.58 kΩ) preserves maximum dynamics and note definition
- ✓ Hand-built with Alnico 5 magnets and vacuum wax potting for studio clarity
Why choose Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 5 Str, 74 Bridge Pickup
- ✓ Bridge-position engineered with 74mm wider spacing for extended five-string range
- ✓ Punchy, responsive character ideal for slap and articulate fingerstyle playing
- ✓ Same hand-built Santa Barbara construction with Alnico 5 magnets and vacuum potting
Frequently asked questions
What's the main difference between these two pickups?
Position and string spacing: the Neck Pickup uses 70mm spacing designed for neck position, while the Bridge Pickup uses 74mm spacing optimized for bridge position on a five-string jazz bass. They are not interchangeable.
Can I use both pickups together in one bass?
Yes, these are designed to complement each other as a neck-and-bridge pair for a five-string jazz bass. Both share the same linear humbucking design, Alnico 5 magnets, and vacuum wax potting for tonal consistency.
Which is better for slap bass?
The Bridge Pickup is specifically noted as responsive for slap playing, while the Neck Pickup prioritizes dynamics and note definition. For slap technique, the bridge position generally provides the punchy attack most suitable for that style.
Are both pickups hum-canceling?
Yes, both use a linear humbucking design with two side-by-side coils and vacuum wax potting to eliminate hum and microphonic feedback in studio and live settings.