Sadowsky J/J Pickup Set 5 NC

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Sadowsky J/J Pickup Set 5 NC

Sadowsky

J/J Pickup Set 5 NC

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Product Info

Article Number: 551862
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: J/J Pickup Set 5 NC
Price: $427.90

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These Sadowsky J/J pickups are a serious upgrade for your 5-string. They deliver a tight, modern tone with excellent clarity and punch, perfect for funk, rock, and modern pop. The hum-cancelling is genuinely effective, and the Alnico V magnets give them a warmth that’s often missing from stacked designs – a fantastic choice for players wanting a powerful and articulate sound.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky J/J Pickup Set 5 NC
  • Set of Pickups for 5-String Electric Bass
  • 2 Passive stacked coil pickups
  • For neck (SAC PU J5 N ST W) and bridge (SAC PU J5 B ST W) positions
  • Hum-cancelling (noise-cancelling)
  • Suitable for wider Fender cutaways (not as a replacement for Sadowsky basses)
  • Shielded 4-wire connection cable
  • DC resistance (neck): 21.3 kOhm
  • DC resistance (bridge): 23.4 kOhm
  • Alnico V magnets
  • Open pole pieces
  • Installation dimensions neck position (L x W): 100.51 x 18.60 mm
  • Installation dimensions bridge position (L x W): 104.14 x 18.60 mm
  • Passive
  • Black cover

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Alnico V magnets deliver a focused, articulate, and punchy tone.
  • • Stacked design provides hum-cancelling without sacrificing tonal complexity.
  • • Open pole pieces allow for easy adjustment and personalized voicing.
  • • Shielded 4-wire cable minimizes noise and ensures consistent signal.
CONS
  • • Price point places it in the premium-priced pickup category.
  • • The 'wider Fender cutaway' note limits compatibility with some basses.
  • • While versatile, the J/J configuration might lack the warmth of a P/J.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Neck (SAC PU J5 N ST W) and Bridge (SAC PU J5 B ST W)
Magnet Alnico V
Output Level Medium-High (balanced between clarity and punch)
DC Resistance Neck: 21.3 kOhm, Bridge: 23.4 kOhm
Mounting Standard 4-hole Fender-style
Cover Black

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Frequently Asked Questions

The stacked design is very effective at cancelling hum, but extremely high-gain rigs or poorly shielded environments might still produce a small amount of noise.
The description explicitly mentions suitability for 'wider Fender cutaways,' so double-check your bass's measurements to ensure a proper fit – they may not be a direct replacement for all basses.
Compared to more aggressive J/J sets, these offer a more refined, balanced tone with slightly lower output; they're not overly hot, focusing on clarity and articulation rather than raw power.

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