Fishman Fluence Classic HB Set BN
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Fishman
Fluence Classic HB Set BN
Product Info
Article Number:
356819
Brand:
Fishman
Model:
Fluence Classic HB Set BN
Category:
Humbucker Pickups
Price:
$306.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These Fluence Classics are a really clever design – you get that PAF-style warmth and clarity with the quiet operation of active pickups. They’re fantastic for players who love classic rock, blues, or vintage tones but want the convenience of a modern, low-noise system. A great choice if you're after versatility and a vintage vibe without the hum.
Product Description
- Fishman Fluence Classic HB Set BRS
- Active pickup set for electric guitar
- 2 Humbuckers
- Medium output
- Multi Voice - 3 voicings per pickup
- Bridge pickup: Voice 1: Vintage PAF
- Voice 2: classic Hot Rod
- Voice 3: Slightly Overwound Single Coil
- Neck pickup: Voice 1: Vintage PAF
- Voice 2: clear chime sound
- Voice 3: clear Vintage Single Coil
- Connections: 2-wire
- Magnet material: AlNiCo 5
- Powered by 9-volt battery or rechargeable battery (not included)
- Cap colour: Black nickel
- Includes 2 volume and 2 push/pull tone controls (neck tone control: pull for voice-2 on both pickups
- bridge tone control: pull for single coil/voice-3 on both pickups)
- Suitable lithium-ion battery pack with approx. 200 hrs. operating time: Art.#358430# (not included in delivery)
PROS
- • AlNiCo 5 magnets deliver warm, articulate vintage tones.
- • Multiple voicings offer surprising versatility for a humbucker set.
- • Fishman Fluence technology provides silent operation and minimal interference.
- • Push/pull tone controls expand tonal palette without complex switching.
CONS
- • Active pickups require a power source, adding complexity and potential failure point.
- • Limited output compared to high-gain pickups, not ideal for extreme metal.
- • Black nickel caps may not suit all aesthetic preferences.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge & Neck
Magnet
AlNiCo 5
Output Level
Medium (approx. 8.5k bridge, 7.8k neck)
DC Resistance
approx. 11.2k bridge, 9.5k neck
Spacing
Standard Fender spacing (52.5mm / 2.06 in)
Mounting
Four-hole
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Frequently Asked Questions
The neck tone pulls to a clearer chime, while the bridge pulls to a brighter, single-coil-like voice – both changes significantly alter the pickup's character.
They are relatively straightforward to install, but soldering skills and a basic understanding of guitar electronics are necessary, especially for the wiring of the controls.
While they emulate vintage tones, the Fluence design offers a tighter, more focused sound with enhanced clarity and a more consistent output – it's a refined interpretation, not a direct clone.
