Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup Neck
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Sadowsky
Soapbar Bass Pickup Neck
Product Info
Article Number:
611848
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
Soapbar Bass Pickup Neck
Category:
Pickups for Basses
Price:
$174.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky Soapbar Neck pickup is a fantastic choice for players seeking a vintage-inspired tone with modern clarity. The dual-coil design and hum-cancelling properties make it a solid performer for a wide range of genres, especially blues, rock, and Motown. It's a great upgrade for players wanting a warmer, more articulate low-end without a massive tonal shift.
Product Description
- Sadowsky Soapbar Bass Pickup Neck
- Pickup for 6-String Electric Bass
- Soapbar
- For neck position
- Dual coil
- Serially connected coils
- Passive
- Hum-cancelling (noise-cancelling)
- Shielded connections: 2-wire
- DC resistance 9 kOhm
- Magnet material: Ferrite with steel blades
- Installation dimensions (L x W): 119 x 32.50 mm
- Black soft touch cover
PROS
- • Excellent note clarity and definition, even with aggressive playing.
- • Ferrite/steel blade construction delivers a warm, punchy vintage tone.
- • Hum-cancelling design effectively eliminates unwanted noise and hum.
- • Soft-touch cover provides a premium feel and easy cleaning.
CONS
- • 9k Ohm DC resistance might be too high for some bass preamps.
- • Soapbar design inherently limits tonal versatility compared to more complex pickups.
- • Limited to neck position; requires separate purchase for bridge.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Soapbar Bass Pickup
Magnet
Ferrite with Steel Blades
Output Level
Medium-High
DC Resistance
9 kOhm
Mounting
Standard 4-Hole Bass Pickup Mount
Strings
Suitable for 4-6 String Bass
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's warmer and rounder than a typical P-Bass pickup, lacking some of the aggressive bite but offering more vintage character.
While it *can* work, the passive nature and higher DC resistance may require preamp adjustment for optimal output and tonal balance.
Yes, it's a key detail; shielded connections minimize interference and ensure a cleaner signal, especially in noisy environments.
