DiMarzio DP127 BK
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DiMarzio
DP127 BK
Product Info
Article Number:
152385
Brand:
DiMarzio
Model:
DP127 BK
Category:
Pickups for 4-String P-Bass
Price:
$130.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The DiMarzio Split P is a serious upgrade for P-bass players wanting a more modern, aggressive sound. It’s got plenty of low-end thump and a surprisingly wide frequency response thanks to that humbucker design, making it perfect for rock, funk, and anything needing a bit more bite.
Product Description
DiMarzio DP127 BK, Bass Pick up Split P
- DiMarzio was the first company that manufactured replacement pickups for electric guitars and basses and can claim a successful blend of tradition and innovation since the early 70s. For all bass players who want to expand their sound spectrum and draw from more modern fields
- the Split P is a very interesting pickup. The two halves are each real humbuckers and deliver a sound with much more treble and bass; compared to the conventional P-models almost a "hi-fi sound"!
- More bass and treble
- No background noise due to the humbucker design
- Very sensitive
- Covers the entire frequency spectrum
- Wiring standard four conductor
- Ceramic magnet
- Output 250mV
- DC Resistance 19.16 K
PROS
- • Humbucker design eliminates noise, ideal for quiet stages.
- • Ceramic magnet delivers aggressive, modern low-end response.
- • Split coil design offers a wider frequency range than standard P-basses.
- • Standard four-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting versatility.
CONS
- • The high output can be overwhelming for players used to vintage P-bass tones.
- • Ceramic magnet can lack the warmth of Alnico alternatives.
- • May require modifications to fit certain bass body styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Ceramic
Output Level
250mV
DC Resistance
19.16 KΩ
Mounting
Standard P-Bass Mounting Holes
Cover
Chrome
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s significantly brighter and punchier than a traditional P-bass pickup, with a more defined low-end and less of the classic ‘woody’ character.
Yes, the four-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting, offering a more traditional, single-coil tone, though it's still a distinct DiMarzio voicing.
While it uses standard P-bass mounting, the increased height of the pickup might require some minor adjustments or a pickup recessing for proper string clearance.
