What's the DC resistance and does it fit standard Jaguar bridge positions?

The SJM-3B has a DC resistance of 13.96 kΩ and is designed as a direct replacement for Jaguar bridge pickups. It pairs a 0.25" Alnico V rod magnet with custom flatwork and connects via a single conductor PVC cable to your existing wiring harness.

Will this pickup work for heavy metal or high-gain styles?

No; this pickup is optimized for surf, post-punk, indie, and jangly rhythm work. While it performs on high-gain settings, its bright, articulate upper-midrange character and scooped mids are not designed for heavy metal or thrash applications.

What tone should I expect compared to a stock Jaguar pickup?

The SJM-3B delivers hotter output than vintage Jaguar specifications and emphasizes treble and bass (EQ 8/5/7) while keeping mids controlled. Its 4 kHz resonant peak positions it in the articulate upper-midrange, producing a cutting tone with high clarity that cuts through a mix without losing the bright, snappy character offset guitars are known for.

Is this pickup noisier than others, and what noise-reduction features does it have?

No; the SJM-3B uses wax potting and custom flatwork to reduce microphonic noise and ensure consistent performance. The open design (no cover) preserves the bright response without coloration while maintaining noise control.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.

Seymour Duncan SJM-3B Quarter Pound Bridge Pickup For Jaguar

The Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound bridge pickup delivers the articulate, cutting tone essential for recording Jaguar and Jazzmaster designs, with a hotter output than vintage specifications. Built with Alnico V rod magnets and a custom coil wind, this single-coil pickup cuts through a mix with clarity and presence while maintaining the bright, snappy character that makes offset guitars sit distinctly in recordings.

Tone & Output for Tracking and Mixing

A 13.96 kΩ DC resistance and 4 kHz resonant peak position this pickup in the articulate upper-midrange, delivering definition on rhythm takes and separation on lead layers. The EQ profile of 8/5/7 (Bass/Mid/Treble) emphasizes treble and bass while keeping mids controlled, producing a scooped character that records cleanly across surf, post-punk, and modern indie productions.

Construction & Specifications

This pickup uses 0.25" Alnico V rod magnets paired with custom flatwork and wax potting for reduced microphonic noise during tracking. The single conductor PVC cable integrates cleanly into your wiring harness, and the open design—no cover—preserves the bright, uncolored response that captures the natural resonance of the instrument.

Key Features

DC Resistance: 13.96 kΩ (bridge position)
Resonant Peak: 4 kHz
Magnet Type: Alnico V rod magnets, 0.25" diameter
Single-coil construction
EQ Profile: 8 Bass / 5 Mid / 7 Treble
Custom coil wind for articulate midrange response
Wax potted for noise reduction
Custom flatwork for consistent performance
Single conductor PVC cable
No pickup cover

The Quarter Pound SJM-3B is a direct replacement for Jaguar bridge pickups and brings increased output and midrange clarity to offset guitar recordings without sacrificing the brightness these instruments are prized for in production work.

Condition	New
Country of Manufacture	United States

Best suited for	Surf, Post-Punk, Indie, Jangly Rhythm Work
Tonal character	Articulate upper-midrange, bright, snappy, cutting, scooped mids
Less specialized for	Heavy Metal, Thrash Metal (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Intermediate / Advanced / Professional