Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound 5 BK

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Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound 5 BK

Seymour Duncan

Quarter Pound 5 BK

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 386413
Model: Quarter Pound 5 BK
Price: $236.50

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This Quarter Pound 5 BK is a serious upgrade for any 5-string P-Bass player wanting that classic, beefy tone with a little extra punch. The Alnico V magnets really drive the sound, and the wax potting makes it super reliable. It's perfect for players who love that vintage P-Bass vibe but need a little more oomph for modern music.

Product Description

  • Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound 5 BK
  • Pickup
  • F-style
  • Passive split coil pickup for 5-string precision bass
  • Vintage output
  • 0.25" Alnico V rod magnets
  • 14 kOhm DC resistance
  • Two-wire shielded connection cable
  • Sealed airtight with wax
  • Forbon bobbin
  • Colour: Black
  • Handmade in USA

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

PROS
  • • Alnico V magnets deliver a powerful, articulate low-end response.
  • • Forbon bobbin reduces unwanted noise and improves clarity.
  • • Wax potting eliminates microphonic squeaks, enhancing stability on stage.
  • • Vintage-style output provides a classic P-Bass tone, versatile for many genres.
CONS
  • • The 14kΩ DC resistance might be too high for some preamps, requiring adjustment.
  • • The Quarter Pound design can add a bit of weight to the instrument.
  • • While versatile, it leans toward a more traditional P-Bass sound, limiting extreme modern tones.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge
Magnet Alnico V rod magnets
Output Level Vintage
DC Resistance 14 kΩ
Mounting Standard 5-string P-Bass mounting
Cover Black

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s significantly hotter and more articulate than a stock pickup, providing a richer, more defined low-end with improved clarity and sustain.
Yes, it’s designed as a direct replacement for a standard 5-string P-Bass, but always double-check your bass’s specific dimensions.
No, the wax potting primarily reduces noise and microphonics without noticeably dampening the high-end frequencies – you still get plenty of detail and clarity.

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