Best Sadowsky Pickups for Basses 2026
Premium Sadowsky pickups for basses - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.9/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Sadowsky MM-Style Bass Pickup 5-String
by
Sadowsky
Repair
Custom Build
Professional Performance
Key Feature:
• Professional sound enhancement
✓ PROS
- • Replacement options for all bass types
- • Upgrade potential for existing basses
✗ CONS
- • Routing requirements vary
- • Quality varies significantly between brands
Sadowsky MM-Style Bass Pickup 5-StringMM-style pickup for electric bass5-string versionBridge positionQuad...
⭐
4.9/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 538517
$219
#2
⭐
4.9/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup 4 Neck
by
Sadowsky
Repair
Custom Build
Sound Enhancement
Key Feature:
• Replacement options for all bass types
✓ PROS
- • Custom build possibilities
- • Replacement options for all bass types
✗ CONS
- • Routing requirements vary
- • Quality varies significantly between brands
Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup 4 NeckPickup for Electric BassSoapbarFor neck positionDual coilSerially connected...
⭐
4.9/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 610972
$110
#3
⭐
4.6/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup 4 Bridge
by
Sadowsky
Sound Enhancement
Bass Guitar
Professional Performance
Key Feature:
• Professional sound enhancement
✓ PROS
- • Professional sound enhancement
- • Upgrade potential for existing basses
✗ CONS
- • Pickup compatibility considerations
- • Routing requirements vary
Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup 4 BridgePickups for Electric BassSoapbarFor bridge positionDual coilSerially connected...
⭐
4.6/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 610814
$110
#4
⭐
4.4/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup 5 N
by
Sadowsky
Tone Upgrade
Professional Performance
Repair
Key Feature:
• Upgrade potential for existing basses
✓ PROS
- • Replacement options for all bass types
- • Wide variety of bass pickup options
✗ CONS
- • Electronics knowledge helpful
- • Quality varies significantly between brands
Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup 5 NPickup for 5-String Electric bassSoapbarFor neck positionDual coilPassiveShielded...
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4.4/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 612846
$102
#5
⭐
4.7/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup Bridge
by
Sadowsky
Sound Enhancement
Bass Guitar
Professional Performance
Key Feature:
• Professional sound enhancement
✓ PROS
- • Replacement options for all bass types
- • Upgrade potential for existing basses
✗ CONS
- • Pickup compatibility considerations
- • Quality varies significantly between brands
Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup BridgePickup for 6-String Electric BassSoapbarFor bridge positionDual coilSerially...
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4.7/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 611860
$175
#6
⭐
4.9/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup Neck
by
Sadowsky
Sound Enhancement
Tone Upgrade
Custom Build
Key Feature:
• Wide variety of bass pickup options
✓ PROS
- • Wide variety of bass pickup options
- • Replacement options for all bass types
✗ CONS
- • Electronics knowledge helpful
- • Installation may require professional setup
Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup NeckPickup for 6-String Electric BassSoapbarFor neck positionDual coilSerially connected...
⭐
4.9/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 611848
$175
How to Choose the Best Pickups for Basses
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 basses 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.
