Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 4 Str, Bridge Pickup
- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11403-06
Description
Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass 4-String Bridge Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass Bridge Pickup delivers articulate, punchy tone with the clarity of a true humbucking design. Hand-built in Santa Barbara using premium materials and meticulous construction techniques, this pickup tracks cleanly at the bridge position and cuts through dense mixes without losing definition or introducing noise.
Design & Build Quality
Hand-crafted in Santa Barbara, CA, this pickup employs a linear humbucking design with two coils positioned side by side under the cover, eliminating hum while maintaining clarity. The construction features hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets, Forbon flatwork, and vacuum wax potting for squeal-free, stable performance across recording sessions and studio work.
Tone & Recording Character
With a DCR of 9.25 and Alnico 5 magnets, this pickup produces balanced output with responsive dynamics and defined mids—ideal for cutting through a mix on bass. The humbucking configuration delivers clean, articulate tones across all playing styles while rejecting electromagnetic interference, making it reliable for layering bass tracks and detailed editing.
Key Features
- Linear humbucking design with dual coils
- DCR: 9.25
- Alnico 5 magnets (hand-ground)
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Forbon flatwork construction
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free operation
- Black cover
- Bridge position — 3.7" long × 0.72" wide
- 2-conductor shielded cable
This is a professional-grade pickup engineered for studio producers and engineers who value clarity, output balance, and hum-free performance in their bridge position tracking and mix scenarios.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass Bridge Pickup is a hand-crafted humbucking design that captures articulate, balanced tone with defined mids and zero electromagnetic interference—ideal for recording bass tracks that cut through a mix without muddiness. Its responsive dynamics and clean output make it versatile across funk, rock, and studio sessions where capturing detail matters. This pickup is engineered for producers and engineers tracking bass who demand professional-grade clarity and hum-free performance.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Practice
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a humbucking design and why does it matter?
A humbucking design uses two coils positioned side by side to cancel out electromagnetic hum while preserving clarity and tone. This means you get articulate, punchy output without the buzzing noise that single-coil pickups often introduce, especially important in live and studio settings.
What are the specs, and will it fit my bass?
This is a bridge position pickup for J-Bass style instruments, measuring 3.7 inches long by 0.72 inches wide with a DCR of 9.25 ohms. It comes with a 2-conductor shielded cable and is designed specifically for bridge installation on compatible bass guitars.
What genres and styles is this pickup best suited for?
The Apollo J-Bass is engineered for studio sessions, live performance, funk, and rock, where defined mids and articulate tone help bass cut through a mix. Its balanced output and responsive dynamics work across styles that demand clarity and professional-grade hum rejection.
How does hand-building and Alnico 5 magnets affect tone?
Hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets paired with meticulous construction—including vacuum wax potting and Forbon flatwork—deliver responsive, stable tone with natural compression and warmth. This approach ensures consistent, squeal-free performance that stands up to professional recording and touring demands.
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