Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound P-J set Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11402-57
Description
Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound P-J Bass Pickup Set
The Quarter Pound P-J set delivers the punchy, articulate character essential for cutting through dense mixes and sitting tight in the pocket. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California, these Alnico V pickups combine vintage warmth with aggressive midrange presence, making them equally at home tracking rock, funk, and metal sessions. The compact quarter-inch pole pieces and carefully voiced output levels produce a tight, defined low end without sacrificing clarity across the frequency spectrum—critical for capturing clean recordings and translating reliably across playback systems.
Tone & Recording Performance
The neck pickup (12.5 kOhm DC resistance, 91.9 mV output) emphasizes warmth and sustain, providing a full foundation for layered bass arrangements. The bridge pickup (14.61 kOhm DC resistance, 79.6 mV output) cuts through with articulation and snap, ideal for tracking punchy, defined takes. Resonant frequencies of 10.2 kHz (neck) and 3.9 kHz (bridge) give this set a well-balanced tonal curve that captures both aggressive picking and smooth fingerstyle playing with consistent character across multiple passes.
Studio Installation & Signal Path
Passive operation requires no batteries or preamp, keeping your signal chain simple and maintaining impedance stability during recording. The set arrives with a branded logo cover and ships with PVC lead wire, ready for direct installation into most standard P-J bass configurations—allowing you to drop these into your tracking instrument quickly and start capturing tones.
Key Features
- PJ Bass Quarter Pound set (neck and bridge positions)
- Passive operation with Alnico V magnets
- 4-string configuration
- Neck pickup: 12.5 kOhm DC resistance, 91.9 mV output
- Bridge pickup: 14.61 kOhm DC resistance, 79.6 mV output
- Neck resonant frequency: 10.2 kHz
- Bridge resonant frequency: 3.9 kHz
- Quarter-inch pole piece diameter
- PVC lead wire included
- Logo cover included
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California
- Seymour Duncan part number 11402-57
This is a time-tested pickup set that balances classic P-J character with the clarity and aggression modern productions demand—reliable for session work and versatile enough to handle multiple genres in your tracking chain.
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At a Glance
The Quarter Pound P-J set captures punchy, articulate bass tone with a tight low end and defined midrange that sits beautifully in a rock, funk, or metal mix. The neck pickup emphasizes warmth and sustain for smooth takes, while the bridge pickup delivers snap and clarity for aggressive or percussive parts, and passive operation keeps your signal path simple and noise-free during recording and overdubs. Choose this set for versatile, modern-sounding bass tones that retain vintage character and respond naturally to different playing dynamics in the studio.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ funk
- ✓ rock
- ✓ metal
- ✓ studio sessions
Not the best pick for
- – traditional jazz
- – classical
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What bass configurations do these pickups fit?
The set is designed for standard P-J bass configurations with 4-string setup. Installation requires typical P-J cavities; PVC lead wire is included for direct wiring into most standard basses.
Do I need a preamp or battery to use these pickups?
No. These are fully passive pickups with Alnico V magnets, so they require no batteries, preamp, or external power — just wire them in and go.
How do the neck and bridge pickups differ tonally?
The neck pickup (12.5 kOhm, 91.9 mV) emphasizes warmth and sustain with a resonant peak at 10.2 kHz, while the bridge pickup (14.61 kOhm, 79.6 mV) cuts through with articulation and snap, peaking at 3.9 kHz for tighter low-end definition.
What genres and playing styles are these pickups best suited for?
They excel in rock, funk, and metal, responding well to both aggressive picking and smooth fingerstyle. Their tight lows, articulate mids, and aggressive snap make them less ideal for traditional jazz or classical applications.
Are these pickups hand-wired or machine-made?
These pickups are hand-built in Santa Barbara, California, and arrive with a logo cover and PVC lead wire ready for installation.
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