Bartolini 6-Str P4 Soapbar Neck BK
Pickups for 6-String Basses
$179€159Check ↗
Brand profile · Italy, est. 1970s
Bartolini
Bartolini is a highly respected name in the bass and guitar electronics world, renowned for their precision-engineered pickups and preamps. Founded in the late 1970s, the company initially focused on servicing high-end instrument builders before establishing its own line of components and, later, complete instruments. Bartolini products are synonymous with exceptional clarity, articulation, and a sophisticated tonal palette favored by professional musicians.
High-output active bass pickupsAdvanced 3-band preamps5-string bass electronicsExceptional clarity and articulationCustom shop instrument builds
1970sfounded
Italycountry
41products in stock
$74–$349price range
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Bartolini 6-Str P4 Soapbar Bridge BK
Pickups for 6-String Basses
$185€164Check ↗
Bartolini 6-string Bass MK Soapbar BB
Pickups for 6-String Basses
$185€164Check ↗
Bartolini 5-string Bass MK Soapbar BB
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$180€160Check ↗
Bartolini 5-string Bass MK Soapbar NB
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$180€160Check ↗
Bartolini 5-string Bass MK Soapbar BB
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$168€149Check ↗
Bartolini 5-string J-Bass Set Black
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
$258€229Check ↗
Bartolini 6-String J-Bass JS66J T Bridge
Pickups for 6-String Basses
$174€155Check ↗
Bartolini 6-String J-Bass JS66J B Neck
Pickups for 6-String Basses
$174€155Check ↗
Bartolini Classic Bass M5 Soapbar Neck
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$180€160Check ↗
Bartolini Classic Bass M5 Soapbar Bridge
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$179€159Check ↗
Bartolini 5-String RT Soapbar Bass Neck
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$213€189Check ↗
Bartolini 5-Str Classic J-Bass Set Black
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
$246€219Check ↗
Bartolini 59CBJS 5-String Classic Set
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
$212€188Check ↗
Bartolini American Classic J-Bass 5 BL
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
$127€113Check ↗
Bartolini 4-String Original P-Bass BK
Pickups for 4-String P-Bass
$206€183Check ↗
Bartolini Classic Bass Soapbar Neck BL
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$296€263Check ↗
Bartolini 4-String RT Soapbar RT4CX-T B
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$201€179Check ↗
Bartolini 4-String RT Soapbar T4CX-B N
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$201€179Check ↗
Bartolini Bright RT Soapbar Bridge BL
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$213€189Check ↗
Bartolini Classic Bass MJ Soapbar Neck
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$174€155Check ↗
Bartolini Classic Bass MJ Soapbar Bridge
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$174€155Check ↗
Bartolini 5-string Bass M4 Soapbar BB
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$180€160Check ↗
Bartolini 5-Str M4 Soapbar Neck BK
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$179€159Check ↗
Bartolini 5-Str Original J-Bass Neck BK
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
$134€119Check ↗
Bartolini 5-Str Original J-Bass Set BK
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
$269€239Check ↗
Bartolini 4 Str J-Bass 9JL1 Bridge BK
Pickups for 4-String J-Bass
$134€119Check ↗
Bartolini 4-Str J-Bass 9JS1 Neck BK
Pickups for 4-String J-Bass
$123€109Check ↗
Bartolini 4-Str J-Bass 9JS1 Neck BK
Pickups for 4-String J-Bass
$123€109Check ↗
Bartolini Classic P-Bass (PV5CBP) BL
Pickups for 5-String P-Bass
$201€179Check ↗
Bartolini Gain Piezo Buffer (AGBP/918)
Bass Preamps
$74€66Check ↗
Bartolini NTMB+F 3-Band Bass Preamp
Bass Preamps
$333€296Check ↗
Bartolini NTMB+F 3-Band Bass Preamp 4
Bass Preamps
$322€286Check ↗
Bartolini 6-String J-Bass JS66J B/T Set
Pickups for 6-String Basses
$349€310Check ↗
Bartolini 4-Str MK Soapbar Bridge BK
Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses
$174€155Check ↗
Bartolini Acoustic Soundhole Pickup
Magnetic Pickups for Acoustic Guitars
$206€183Check ↗
Bartolini 4-Str J-Bass 9CBJS L1/S1 Set B
Pickups for 4-String J-Bass
$201€179Check ↗
Bartolini Dual Piezo Buffer AGMPBoo Kit
Bass Preamps
$137€122Check ↗
Bartolini 4-Str Original J-Bass Set BK
Pickups for 4-String J-Bass
$262€233Check ↗
Bartolini Imbalanced Coils 1 C-BK B
Humbucker Pickups
$190€169Check ↗
Bartolini BA 5 J Johnny Smith Mini 5J
Humbucker Pickups
$264€235Check ↗
Bartolini, honestly
What Bartolini does well
- Unmatched tonal clarity and definition
- Exceptional build quality and reliability
- Wide range of options for diverse playing styles
- Industry-leading preamp design and flexibility
- Highly sought after by top-tier bassists
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for some
- Active electronics require battery power
- Can be complex for less experienced users
- Some models may lack vintage-style warmth
Questions about Bartolini
Where are Bartolini instruments made?
Bartolini electronics are primarily designed and manufactured in Italy. Complete instruments are often built by partner workshops, with Bartolini overseeing the electronics integration and quality control.
Are Bartolini pickups active or passive?
Bartolini is best known for their active pickups, which require power from a battery or external source to operate, offering enhanced output and tonal shaping capabilities.
What is the difference between the NTMB and NTMB+F preamps?
The ‘+F’ designation indicates a footswitchable preamp, allowing for on-the-fly adjustments to the EQ or other functions during a performance.