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Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5N Blackouts For Bass 5-String Neck Pickup vs Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5B Blackouts For Bass 5-String Bridge Pickup
Both are high-output active Blackouts soapbars for 5-string bass with identical EQ curves and resonant peaks, but the ASB-BO-5N is positioned as a neck pickup optimized for articulation and balance, while the ASB-BO-5B is a bridge pickup voiced for aggressive low-end support and upper-midrange cut. Choose the neck pickup if you're building a matched pair or upgrading just the neck position; choose the bridge pickup if you need aggressive presence in the bridge slot or are replacing a single pickup.
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Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5N Blackouts For Bass 5-String Neck Pickup
Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5B Blackouts For Bass 5-String Bridge Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5N Blackouts For Bass 5-String Neck Pickup | Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5B Blackouts For Bass 5-String Bridge Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145.00 | $145.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Neck | Bridge |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5N Blackouts For Bass 5-String Neck Pickup
- ✓ Neck-position tuning emphasizes articulate mids and controlled lows for fingerstyle clarity
- ✓ Consistent string-to-string balance across the full fingerboard width
- ✓ Ideal foundation for a matched Blackouts set
Why choose Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5B Blackouts For Bass 5-String Bridge Pickup
- ✓ Bridge-position voicing delivers aggressive low-end support and upper-midrange definition
- ✓ Extended frequency response cuts through live and studio mixes
- ✓ Punchy character maximizes slap and aggressive playing techniques
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these as a matched pair?
Yes. The ASB-BO-5N neck and ASB-BO-5B bridge are designed to complement each other, both featuring the 8.0 kHz resonant peak and identical Bass 9 / Mid 5 / Treble 9 EQ values. Together they provide balanced articulation from the neck and aggressive presence from the bridge.
What's the practical tonal difference between neck and bridge position in this lineup?
The neck pickup (ASB-BO-5N) emphasizes controlled lows and articulate mids, making fingerstyle work cleaner and more defined. The bridge pickup (ASB-BO-5B) pushes aggressive low-end support and upper-midrange cut, making it louder and punchier in the mix—typical bridge-position characteristics.
Are these good for funk and slap bass?
Both pickups are listed for funk and slap bass. The bridge model will sound more aggressive and cut harder; the neck model will sound slightly more balanced and articulate. Either works, depending on whether you want maximum punch (bridge) or a more even response (neck).
Do these replace my existing pickups easily?
Yes. Both are direct replacements for EMG 40-sized soapbar cavities with two-conductor cables and up to 3.10 inch string spacing accommodation, requiring no routing or modification on compatible basses.