What bass models are these pickups compatible with?

The ASB-6S fits Phase I-sized active 6-string soapbar cavities and serves as a direct replacement for Bartolini P2 dimensions. They integrate with two-conductor active bass wiring schemes using the included mounting and wiring hardware.

How long do the batteries last?

Each set delivers approximately 1,000 continuous hours of battery life, which is roughly 40–50 days of non-stop playing before replacement is needed.

What genres and playing styles are these pickups best suited for?

The ASB-6S excels in studio sessions, live performance, funk, and progressive music where articulate, punchy tone and controlled dynamics are essential. They are less ideal for traditional jazz or folk applications.

What skill level do I need to install these?

These pickups are designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players; installation complexity depends on your bass wiring knowledge, but the included hardware and two-conductor configuration streamline the process.

How do the EQ controls affect the tone?

The onboard preamp includes calibrated EQ controls set at 8 (Bass), 4 (Mid), and 7 (Treble), with resonant peaks at 7 kHz (neck) and 6.8 kHz (bridge) to emphasize clarity and presence in demanding playing scenarios.

Seymour Duncan ASB-6S Active Soapbar 6-String Neck/Bridge Pickup Set

The ASB-6S captures articulate, punchy response across the entire frequency spectrum with its onboard active preamp and internal split-blade design. These pickups excel in studio and live recording applications where clarity and controlled dynamics are essential, delivering the responsiveness that active electronics provide without sacrificing note definition across neck and bridge positions.

Recording Tone & Electronics

The onboard active preamp supplies consistent output and extended headroom for tracking and mixing, while ceramic bar magnets contribute to the focused, articulate character that cuts through dense mixes. EQ controls calibrated at 8 (Bass) / 4 (Mid) / 7 (Treble) provide meaningful shaping during production, and distinct resonant peaks at 7 kHz (neck) and 6.8 kHz (bridge) ensure clarity and presence in demanding recording scenarios.

Integration & Compatibility

Direct replacement for Phase I-sized active 6-string soapbars and compatible with traditional Bartolini P2 dimensions, these pickups install with the included mounting and wiring hardware. The two-conductor cable integrates cleanly into most active bass wiring schemes, and approximately 1,000 hours of continuous battery life per set minimizes downtime between recording sessions and live work.

Key Features

Onboard active preamp for consistent output and extended headroom
Internal split-blade design for enhanced note clarity and articulation
Ceramic bar magnets for focused, punchy tone
EQ controls: 8 Bass / 4 Mid / 7 Treble
Neck resonant peak: 7 kHz; Bridge resonant peak: 6.8 kHz
Phase I-sized active 6-string soapbar format
Direct Bartolini P2 replacement compatibility
Two-conductor cable configuration
Approximately 1,000 continuous hours of battery life per set
Includes mounting and wiring hardware

The ASB-6S combines reliable active electronics with articulate passive magnetics, making these pickups a solid choice for producers and engineers who demand clarity and consistency in the studio.

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Country of Manufacture	United States