Description
If you’re chasing that ’57 Fender low-end thump with a bit of Jazz bass snap on top, this PJ combo from Seymour Duncan nails it. The SPB-1 is a dead-on recreation of Leo Fender’s original split-coil P-bass pickup — hand-fabricated forbon bobbins, plain enamel wire, and hand-ground sand-cast Alnico magnets, all built the old way for that warm, woody thump that sits perfectly in a mix. Whether you’re laying down country shuffles, blues, pop, or classic rock, it delivers the fat, punchy foundation that’s defined bass tone for decades.
Paired with it is the SJB-1B, a true vintage single-coil for the bridge position. Hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets and moderate winding keep the top end clear and defined while still bringing out real warmth and fullness — so your fills and slap lines cut through without losing that low-end weight from the neck pickup. Both pickups ship with waxed cloth hookup cable and non-logo covers, keeping the vintage vibe intact right down to the hardware.
This set is a favorite for players building a versatile PJ setup, and it plays especially well with Seymour Duncan’s STC-2 or STC-3 tone circuits if you want more control over shaping that blend live or in the studio.
- SPB-1 split-coil P-bass pickup (neck)
- SJB-1B single-coil Jazz-style pickup (bridge)
- Hand-ground Alnico magnets, waxed cloth cable, non-logo covers
- Includes a free set of Ernie Ball Regular Slinky bass strings
Drop this set in and get the punch, warmth, and versatility that made the PJ configuration a gigging bassist’s go-to.
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