Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 5 Str, 67/70 Set Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11403-10
Description
Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 5-String, 67/70 Set Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass pickup set captures the tight, focused articulation and punch that five-string Jazz bass recording demands. Hand-built in Santa Barbara with meticulous attention to coil geometry and magnet work, this set delivers clarity and definition to modern bass tracks without sacrificing the classic Jazz bass character essential to professional mixes.
Tone & Electronics
The linear humbucking design with side-by-side coil positioning sits in the mix with controlled midrange presence and clean highs, cutting through without muddiness. Hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets paired with DC resistance ratings of 9.58 kΩ (neck) and 11.1 kΩ (bridge) yield a balanced output that translates across slap, fingerstyle, and pick techniques in the session, tracking cleanly across five strings.
Design & Build Quality
Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback during recording and ensures long-term stability through repeated sessions, while the 2-conductor shielded cable maintains clean signal transmission with minimal noise at the interface. The black cover is sized specifically for traditional Fender 5-string Jazz bass bodies, making installation straightforward on compatible instruments.
Key Features
- Linear humbucking design with two coils positioned side-by-side under cover
- Hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets for tonal precision
- Neck pickup: 9.58 kΩ DC resistance
- Bridge pickup: 11.1 kΩ DC resistance
- String spacing: 67mm (neck) / 70mm (bridge) for 5-string configuration
- Vacuum wax potted for feedback elimination and long-term stability
- 2-conductor shielded cable included
- Black cover
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, CA
- Designed for traditional Fender 5-string Jazz bass compatibility
This set represents serious engineering for producers and engineers who understand that pickup choice shapes everything in the recording—clarity, sustain, and the ability to articulate across the entire fretboard depend on components built with this level of care.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass is a 5-string pickup set hand-built with meticulous attention to coil geometry and magnet work, delivering the tight, articulate midrange and controlled presence that sits perfectly in modern recordings. With hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets, vacuum wax potting for noise elimination, and balanced output across the neck (9.58 kΩ) and bridge (11.1 kΩ) pickups, it performs equally well for slap, fingerstyle, and pick techniques—versatile for jazz, funk, and session work. Choose this set to capture definition and clarity in your recordings while maintaining the focused punch that lets your bass cut through dense mixes without losing character.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Home Recording
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What bass models is the Apollo J-Bass compatible with?
The Apollo J-Bass is designed specifically for traditional Fender 5-string Jazz bass bodies, with string spacing of 67mm at the neck and 70mm at the bridge to match standard Fender specifications. Installation is straightforward on compatible instruments.
What genres and playing styles work best with these pickups?
The Apollo J-Bass excels in jazz, funk, studio sessions, and home recording, with a tone profile built for slap, fingerstyle, and pick playing. The tight low end and articulate midrange are not designed for metal or thrash metal applications.
What makes these pickups different from other 5-string Jazz bass pickups?
Hand-built in Santa Barbara with hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets and a linear humbucking design, the Apollo uses vacuum wax potting to eliminate microphonic feedback and ensure long-term stability. The side-by-side coil positioning delivers controlled midrange presence and clean highs while maintaining classic Jazz bass character.
What does the pickup set include?
The set includes neck and bridge pickups with black covers sized for Fender 5-string Jazz basses, a 2-conductor shielded cable for clean signal transmission, and vacuum wax potting for feedback elimination.
What skill level do I need to install these pickups?
The Apollo J-Bass is appropriate for intermediate, advanced, and professional players who understand pickup installation and electronics. If you are new to pickup swaps, consult a qualified technician.
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