Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5B Blackouts For Bass 5-String Bridge Pickup

The ASB-BO-5B is voiced for funk, slap bass, modern rock, and studio sessions where aggressive articulation and high-end presence matter. Its bright upper midrange and punchy low end cut through dense mixes, making it less ideal for traditional jazz or acoustic folk contexts.

The ASB-BO-5B accommodates string spacing up to 3.10" (78.5mm) and serves as a direct replacement for EMG 40-sized pickups, so it fits most modern 5-string basses without routing or modification. Check your bass's current pickup size and string spacing to confirm compatibility.

The onboard EQ is set to Bass 9 / Mids 5 / Treble 9, delivering aggressive low-end support and bright high-end articulation while keeping the midrange controlled. This curve emphasizes the 8.0 kHz resonant peak, which cuts through the mix and adds clarity and definition.

The ASB-BO-5B is a high-output active design comparable to EMG 40-5B, Bartolini BAR5CBC-L, and DiMarzio Model One 5. Its ceramic magnet construction and aggressive EQ curve make it particularly suited to modern, articulate tones rather than warm, vintage-voiced alternatives.

The two-conductor cable provides straightforward wiring for the active circuit, simplifying the installation process into compatible basses. No special shielding or multi-conductor requirements—just connect and go.

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