Bartolini

Italy, est. 1970s · 41 products across 1 categories

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About 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.

Founded

1970s

Country

Italy

Segment

Premium

Target

Bartolini caters to professional bassists and guitarists seeking high-performanc

Known For

High-output active bass pickups Advanced 3-band preamps 5-string bass electronics Exceptional clarity and articulation Custom shop instrument builds

PROS

• 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

CONS

• 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

Bartolini Products

Warwick by Bartolini Electronic Robert Trujillo

Bass Preamps

$343

Active 3-Band Electronics for Electric Bass, Exclusive Warwick by...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Bartolini Imbalanced Coils 1 C-BK B

Humbucker Pickups

$196

Pickup for Electric Guitar, Passive humbucker with two coils in parallel, For...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Bartolini Classic Bass M5 Soapbar Neck

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$186

Strings 5-string

Pickup for 5-String Electric Bass, Humbucker with two parallel coils, Neck coil...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Bartolini Classic Bass M5 Soapbar Bridge

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$185

Strings 5-string

Passive Pickup for 5-String Electric Bass, Humbucker with two parallel coils,...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 6-String J-Bass JS66J B/T Set

Pickups for 6-String Basses

$360

Strings 6-string

*Note:* Screws and springs are not included in the scope of delivery

4.5 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 6-String J-Bass JS66J T Bridge

Pickups for 6-String Basses

$180

Strings 6-string

*Note:* Screws and springs are not included in the scope of delivery

4.7 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 6-String J-Bass JS66J B Neck

Pickups for 6-String Basses

$180

Strings 6-string

*Note:* Screws and springs are not included in the scope of delivery

4.8 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 4-String RT Soapbar RT4CX-T B

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$208

Strings 4-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of machining...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 4-String RT Soapbar T4CX-B N

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$208

Strings 4-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of processing...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 59CBJS 5-String Classic Set

Pickups for 5-String J-Bass

$218

Strings 5-string

Set of Pickups for 5-String Electric Bass, Two single coils, Neck and bridge...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Bartolini Bright RT Soapbar Bridge BL

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$220

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Delivery does not include screws or springs

4.3 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 5-String RT Soapbar Bass Neck

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$220

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Delivery does not include screws or springs

4.4 AudioFu Score

Bartolini Classic P-Bass (PV5CBP) BL

Pickups for 5-String P-Bass

$208

Strings 5-string

P-Bass Pickup for Electric Bass, Split-P coil, 5-string version, Powerful, clear...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Bartolini American Classic J-Bass 5 BL

Pickups for 5-String J-Bass

$131

Strings 5-string

J-Style Pickup for Electric Bass, 5-string version, Bridge position, Suitable...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Bartolini Classic Bass MJ Soapbar Neck

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$180

Strings 4-string

Soapbar Pickup for Electric Bass, Humbucker with two parallel coils, 4-string...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Bartolini Classic Bass MJ Soapbar Bridge

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$180

Strings 4-string

Soapbar Pickup for Electric Bass, Humbucker with two parallel coils, 4-string...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Bartolini BA 5 J Johnny Smith Mini 5J

Humbucker Pickups

$273

Pickup for Electric Guitar, Passive jazz guitar humbucker with two parallel...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 5-string Bass MK Soapbar BB

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$186

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of the Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 5-string Bass MK Soapbar NB

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$186

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of the Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 5-string Bass M4 Soapbar BB

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$186

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of processing...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 5-Str Classic J-Bass Set Black

Pickups for 5-String J-Bass

$255

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of processing...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 5-Str M4 Soapbar Neck BK

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$185

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of the Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 4-String Original P-Bass BK

Pickups for 4-String P-Bass

$213

Strings 4-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of processing...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Bartolini Dual Piezo Buffer AGMPBoo Kit

Bass Preamps

$142

Two-channel buffer preamp set for electric bass, Clear, transparent sound with...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Bartolini Gain Piezo Buffer (AGBP/918)

Bass Preamps

$77

Single-channel buffer preamplifier for electric bass, Clear, transparent sound...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Bartolini NTMB+F 3-Band Bass Preamp

Bass Preamps

$344

Preamp Set for Electric Bass, Pre-wired 3-band preamp set for electric bass with 5...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 5-Str Original J-Bass Neck BK

Pickups for 5-String J-Bass

$138

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of the Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 4-Str MK Soapbar Bridge BK

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$180

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of processing...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 5-Str Original J-Bass Set BK

Pickups for 5-String J-Bass

$278

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of processing...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 6-Str P4 Soapbar Neck BK

Pickups for 6-String Basses

$185

Strings 6-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of the Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 6-Str P4 Soapbar Bridge BK

Pickups for 6-String Basses

$191

Strings 6-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of the Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 4-Str Original J-Bass Set BK

Pickups for 4-String J-Bass

$271

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of processing...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Bartolini Acoustic Soundhole Pickup

Magnetic Pickups for Acoustic Guitars

$213

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of the Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 5-string Bass MK Soapbar BB

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$173

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of processing...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 5-string J-Bass Set Black

Pickups for 5-String J-Bass

$266

Strings 5-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of processing...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 6-string Bass MK Soapbar BB

Pickups for 6-String Basses

$191

Strings 6-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of processing...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 4 Str J-Bass 9JL1 Bridge BK

Pickups for 4-String J-Bass

$138

Strings 4-string

Bartolini BA 9JL1 Bridge, Pickup for 4-string electric bass, Suitable for J-Style models, Dual coil, Bridge position,...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 4-Str J-Bass 9JS1 Neck BK

Pickups for 4-String J-Bass

$127

Strings 4-string

Bartolini BA 9JS1 Neck, Pickups For 4-String Jazz Bass, Neck position, Single coil, Ceramic magnets, Dimensions: 19 mm...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Bartolini NTMB+F 3-Band Bass Preamp 4

Bass Preamps

$332

Preamp Set for Electric Bass, Pre-wired 3-band preamp set for electric bass with...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 4-Str J-Bass 9CBJS L1/S1 Set B

Pickups for 4-String J-Bass

$208

Strings 4-string

*Note:* Screws and springs are not included. Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of the Bartolini...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Bartolini 6-string Bass MK Soapbar NB

Miscellaneous Pickups for Basses

$191

Strings 6-string

*Note:* Due to the manufacturing process, the plastic housings of the Bartolini pickups may show slight signs of...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Frequently Asked Questions About Bartolini

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.

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.

The ‘+F’ designation indicates a footswitchable preamp, allowing for on-the-fly adjustments to the EQ or other functions during a performance.

About Bartolini

Bartolini Products

Warwick by Bartolini Electronic Robert Trujillo

Bartolini Imbalanced Coils 1 C-BK B

Bartolini Classic Bass M5 Soapbar Neck

Bartolini Classic Bass M5 Soapbar Bridge

Bartolini 6-String J-Bass JS66J B/T Set

Bartolini 6-String J-Bass JS66J T Bridge

Bartolini 6-String J-Bass JS66J B Neck

Bartolini 4-String RT Soapbar RT4CX-T B

Bartolini 4-String RT Soapbar T4CX-B N

Bartolini 59CBJS 5-String Classic Set

Bartolini Bright RT Soapbar Bridge BL

Bartolini 5-String RT Soapbar Bass Neck

Bartolini Classic P-Bass (PV5CBP) BL

Bartolini American Classic J-Bass 5 BL

Bartolini Classic Bass MJ Soapbar Neck

Bartolini Classic Bass MJ Soapbar Bridge

Bartolini BA 5 J Johnny Smith Mini 5J

Bartolini 5-string Bass MK Soapbar BB

Bartolini 5-string Bass MK Soapbar NB

Bartolini 5-string Bass M4 Soapbar BB

Bartolini 5-Str Classic J-Bass Set Black

Bartolini 5-Str M4 Soapbar Neck BK

Bartolini 4-String Original P-Bass BK

Bartolini Dual Piezo Buffer AGMPBoo Kit

Bartolini Gain Piezo Buffer (AGBP/918)

Bartolini NTMB+F 3-Band Bass Preamp

Bartolini 5-Str Original J-Bass Neck BK

Bartolini 4-Str MK Soapbar Bridge BK

Bartolini 5-Str Original J-Bass Set BK

Bartolini 6-Str P4 Soapbar Neck BK

Bartolini 6-Str P4 Soapbar Bridge BK

Bartolini 4-Str Original J-Bass Set BK

Bartolini Acoustic Soundhole Pickup

Bartolini 5-string Bass MK Soapbar BB

Bartolini 5-string J-Bass Set Black

Bartolini 6-string Bass MK Soapbar BB

Bartolini 4 Str J-Bass 9JL1 Bridge BK

Bartolini 4-Str J-Bass 9JS1 Neck BK

Bartolini NTMB+F 3-Band Bass Preamp 4

Bartolini 4-Str J-Bass 9CBJS L1/S1 Set B

Bartolini 6-string Bass MK Soapbar NB

Frequently Asked Questions About Bartolini

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