Seymour Duncan Heavy Weather J-Bass Logo Pickup Set
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11401-06
Description
Seymour Duncan Heavy Weather J-Bass Logo Pickup Set
The Heavy Weather J-Bass Logo Pickup Set captures aggressive, punchy bass tone in the studio and on tape without requiring onboard active electronics. These Alnico V–equipped single-coils cut through a dense mix with authority while maintaining the articulation and snap that producers and engineers depend on for any genre or session.
Recording & Tone Character
Vintage-hot winding generates substantial output and midrange presence, sitting between classic J-Bass warmth and contemporary aggression. The Neck pickup (8.95k DC resistance) and Bridge pickup (9.39k DC resistance) are calibrated to work together as a matched pair, delivering consistency across both positions and blended settings for versatile tracking and overdub work.
Build & Studio Integration
Black covers protect the coils while maintaining a clean aesthetic on the bass body. The passive configuration means zero onboard power requirements—these pickups integrate seamlessly into any wiring scheme and respond directly to your instrument's controls and cable, simplifying signal chain setup and mixing workflows.
Key Features
- 2 Single-coil Jazz Bass Pickups
- Alnico V Magnets
- Vintage-hot wound for increased output and midrange
- Passive design with no active electronics required
- Black covers
- Neck Pickup DC Resistance: 8.95k
- Bridge Pickup DC Resistance: 9.39k
- Matched pair calibration for consistent blended tones
- Compatible with 4-string Jazz Bass configurations
- Performs identically on fretted and fretless instruments
- Available with company logo on covers
The Heavy Weather set brings modern clarity and punch to any J-Bass platform, capturing tonal depth and blending flexibility across recording sessions and live productions.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Heavy Weather J-Bass Logo Pickup Set offers a modern, aggressive voice optimized for recording dense bass parts in rock, funk, and session work. The Alnico V construction and vintage-hot winding give you substantial midrange and snap that sits forward in a mix, and the matched pair design ensures blend settings stay consistent across both pickup positions—ideal for producers and engineers tracking bass tracks that need to cut without active onboard circuitry.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Traditional Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles are these pickups best suited for?
The Heavy Weather set excels in funk, rock, studio sessions, and live performance where punchy, articulate tone is essential. They are not recommended for folk or traditional jazz styles that call for warmer, more subdued character.
Do these pickups require a preamp or active electronics?
No. These are passive pickups with no onboard power requirements. They integrate seamlessly into any standard wiring scheme and respond directly to your bass's volume and tone controls.
Are the neck and bridge pickups matched, and how do they blend together?
Yes, the neck (8.95k DC resistance) and bridge (9.39k DC resistance) pickups are calibrated as a matched pair to deliver consistency across both positions and blended settings, ensuring tight, predictable tone in all controls.
Will these work on fretted and fretless basses?
Yes, the Heavy Weather set performs identically on both fretted and fretless 4-string Jazz Bass configurations.
What makes these different from stock Fender J-Bass pickups?
The Heavy Weather delivers higher output and more aggressive midrange presence than vintage Fender pickups, sitting closer to modern active-style tone while remaining fully passive and simpler to wire.
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