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Best Pickups for 4-String P-Bass Under $200 2026

Affordable pickups for 4-string p-bass under $200 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: February 11, 2026 • Next update: February 18, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Precision Bass Upgrade For Rock For Pop For Studio Work For Enhanced Output For Tone Modification
BRANDS: Seymour Duncan DiMarzio EMG Fender
Fender Pure Vintage 63 P-Bass PU - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Fender Pure Vintage 63 P-Bass PU

by Fender
Rock Studio Work Precision Bass Upgrade
Key Feature:
• Many tonal variations available
✓ PROS
  • • Can enhance classic P-Bass tone
  • • Designed for Precision Bass routing
✗ CONS
  • • Installation requires technical skill
  • • May alter classic P-Bass sound

Fender Pure Vintage 63 P-Bass PU, Precision Bass Pickup, AlNiCo 5 magnets, Flush-mount pole pieces, Includes screws

⭐ 4.8/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 332933
$175
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DiMarzio DP127 BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

DiMarzio DP127 BK

by DiMarzio
Studio Work Rock Pop
Key Feature:
• Improved output and clarity
✓ PROS
  • • Many tonal variations available
  • • Can enhance classic P-Bass tone
✗ CONS
  • • May affect instrument value
  • • Quality pickups can be expensive

DiMarzio DP127 BK, Bass Pick up Split PDiMarzio was the first company that manufactured replacement pickups for...

⭐ 4.8/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 152385
$131
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Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P-Bass Aged - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P-Bass Aged

by Seymour Duncan
Precision Bass Upgrade Rock Pop
Key Feature:
• Professional upgrade option
✓ PROS
  • • Designed for Precision Bass routing
  • • Many tonal variations available
✗ CONS
  • • May alter classic P-Bass sound
  • • Quality pickups can be expensive

Seymour Duncan Antiquity II P-Bass AgedPickup for Electric BassAntiquity II SeriesSingle coilNeck positionWarmfull...

⭐ 4.6/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 555357
$190
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Lollar Original P-Bass - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Lollar Original P-Bass

by Lollar
Rock Enhanced Output Studio Work
Key Feature:
• Can enhance classic P-Bass tone
✓ PROS
  • • Professional upgrade option
  • • Many tonal variations available
✗ CONS
  • • May alter classic P-Bass sound
  • • May affect instrument value

Lollar Original P-BassSingle Coil Pickup For Vintage P-style Electric BassHand-woundPosition: middleClassic P-Bass...

⭐ 4.7/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 531051
$142
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DiMarzio DP122CR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

DiMarzio DP122CR

by DiMarzio
Rock Studio Work Tone Modification
Key Feature:
• Many tonal variations available
✓ PROS
  • • Can enhance classic P-Bass tone
  • • Designed for Precision Bass routing
✗ CONS
  • • May alter classic P-Bass sound
  • • Permanent modification

DiMarzio DP122CR, Pickup, P-Style model, 2-Piece bass pickup set with higher output, Harmonizes very well with DiMarzio...

⭐ 4.8/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 234713
$120
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Seymour Duncan SPB-3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Seymour Duncan SPB-3

by Seymour Duncan
Precision Bass Upgrade Enhanced Output Studio Work
Key Feature:
• Can enhance classic P-Bass tone
✓ PROS
  • • Designed for Precision Bass routing
  • • Can enhance classic P-Bass tone
✗ CONS
  • • May alter classic P-Bass sound
  • • Installation requires technical skill

Seymour Duncan SPB-3Bass PickupFor P-Style bassesQuarter-poundMaximum output and extended frequency spectrumThe 1/4...

⭐ 4.9/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 164938
$144
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EMG PJ Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

EMG PJ Set

by EMG
Enhanced Output Precision Bass Upgrade Studio Work
Key Feature:
• Designed for Precision Bass routing
✓ PROS
  • • Designed for Precision Bass routing
  • • Many tonal variations available
✗ CONS
  • • Quality pickups can be expensive
  • • Permanent modification

EMG PJ Set, PJ-Pickup-Set, Very popular system, Full and powerful bass sounds with the singing mids of the...

⭐ 4.8/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 152407
$171
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DiMarzio DP 296GB Relentless Middle BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

DiMarzio DP 296GB Relentless Middle BK

by DiMarzio
Pop Tone Modification Enhanced Output
Key Feature:
• Many tonal variations available
✓ PROS
  • • Many tonal variations available
  • • Designed for Precision Bass routing
✗ CONS
  • • Permanent modification
  • • Quality pickups can be expensive

DiMarzio DP 296GB Relentless Middle BKPickup for Electric BassOutput: 180 mVMagnet material: CeramicDeveloped in...

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 511271
$164
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Seymour Duncan AJB-1 Pro Active P-Bass 4 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Seymour Duncan AJB-1 Pro Active P-Bass 4

by Seymour Duncan
Studio Work Rock Precision Bass Upgrade
Key Feature:
• Improved output and clarity
✓ PROS
  • • Professional upgrade option
  • • Many tonal variations available
✗ CONS
  • • May affect instrument value
  • • Installation requires technical skill

Seymour Duncan AJB-1 Pro Active P-Bass 4PickupFor P-style electric basses4-String versionActiveNeck positionSplit...

⭐ 4.6/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 556332
$197
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DiMarzio DP126 BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

DiMarzio DP126 BK

by DiMarzio
Enhanced Output Precision Bass Upgrade Tone Modification
Key Feature:
• Designed for Precision Bass routing
✓ PROS
  • • Designed for Precision Bass routing
  • • Improved output and clarity
✗ CONS
  • • May affect instrument value
  • • May alter classic P-Bass sound

DiMarzio DP126 BK, Pickup-Set for Electric BassDiMarzio was first to offer replacement pickups for electric-guitars and...

⭐ 4.6/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 152384
$193
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Seymour Duncan SPB-4 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Seymour Duncan SPB-4

by Seymour Duncan
Rock Precision Bass Upgrade Enhanced Output
Key Feature:
• Designed for Precision Bass routing
✓ PROS
  • • Can enhance classic P-Bass tone
  • • Many tonal variations available
✗ CONS
  • • May alter classic P-Bass sound
  • • May affect instrument value

Seymour Duncan SPB-4Bass PickupFor P-Style bassesSteve Harris (Iron Maiden) signature modelDesigned according to Steve...

⭐ 4.5/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 318707
$149
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Lace Pickups Riffblaster P-Bass Pickup - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Lace Pickups Riffblaster P-Bass Pickup

by Lace Pickups
Precision Bass Upgrade Pop Rock
Key Feature:
• Improved output and clarity
✓ PROS
  • • Professional upgrade option
  • • Can enhance classic P-Bass tone
✗ CONS
  • • May affect instrument value
  • • Installation requires technical skill

Lace Pickups Riffblaster P-Bass PickupPickup Set for Electric BassFor P-style modelsNate Newton Signature setCeramic...

⭐ 4.7/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 438444
$175
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Seymour Duncan SCPB-1 BLK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Seymour Duncan SCPB-1 BLK

by Seymour Duncan
Tone Modification Precision Bass Upgrade Rock
Key Feature:
• Improved output and clarity
✓ PROS
  • • Can enhance classic P-Bass tone
  • • Designed for Precision Bass routing
✗ CONS
  • • May affect instrument value
  • • Installation requires technical skill

Seymour Duncan SCPB-1 BLKPickups for Electric BassVintage single-coil P-style bass pickupVintage-correct single coil...

⭐ 5.0/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 213019
$128
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Lollar P-Bass Split Coil - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Lollar P-Bass Split Coil

by Lollar
Rock Studio Work Pop
Key Feature:
• Professional upgrade option
✓ PROS
  • • Designed for Precision Bass routing
  • • Can enhance classic P-Bass tone
✗ CONS
  • • Installation requires technical skill
  • • May alter classic P-Bass sound

Lollar P-Bass Split CoilPickup for P-Style Electric BassSplit single coilVintage outputWrapped and made to the vintage...

⭐ 4.7/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 418805
$197
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EMG Les Claypool LC Brushed Gold - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

EMG Les Claypool LC Brushed Gold

by EMG
Studio Work Precision Bass Upgrade Enhanced Output
Key Feature:
• Improved output and clarity
✓ PROS
  • • Many tonal variations available
  • • Professional upgrade option
✗ CONS
  • • May affect instrument value
  • • Permanent modification

EMG Les Claypool LC Brushed GoldPickup for Electric BassActive single coilLes Claypool signature modelSuitable for...

⭐ 4.5/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 519636
$153
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How to Choose the Best Pickups for 4-String P-Bass

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced pickups for 4-string p-bass typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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