Seymour Duncan SMB-5D
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Seymour Duncan
SMB-5D
Product Info
Article Number:
138693
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
SMB-5D
Category:
Pickups for Basses
Price:
$169.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SMB-5D is a seriously powerful pickup – think aggressive, modern rock and metal tones with plenty of growl. It's a fantastic upgrade for StingRay owners looking to dial up the punch and presence without a ton of fuss, and the coil-splitting is a nice bonus for added flexibility.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan SMB-5D
- Pickup for 5-string electric bass
- Humbucker
- Upgrade for StingRay basses
- Passive
- Assertive and aggressive in character
- Ceramic magnets
- 1.5 kOhm DC resistance
- 4-Conductor leadwire
- Vacuum wax potted
- Colour: Black
- Made in the USA
PROS
- • Ceramic magnets deliver aggressive, high-output tone with tight low-end.
- • 4-conductor wiring allows for coil-splitting and flexible tonal options.
- • Vacuum wax potting minimizes microphonic noise and feedback issues.
- • Designed as a drop-in replacement for StingRay basses, simplifying installation.
CONS
- • SMB-5D’s aggressive tone might be too harsh for some genres like jazz or mellow funk.
- • The ceramic magnet can sometimes sound slightly brittle compared to Alnico alternatives.
- • Limited versatility; excels in rock/metal but struggles with nuanced, clean tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Humbucker
Magnet
Ceramic
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
1.5 kOhm
Mounting
4-Hole StingRay Pattern
Strings
5-String
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's significantly hotter and more aggressive, with a tighter low-end and a more focused midrange, whereas stock StingRays can be a bit more scooped and rounded.
While the 4-hole StingRay mounting pattern is common, dimensions can vary; careful measurements are crucial to ensure a proper fit – you may need adapter plates.
The coil-split provides a noticeable reduction in output and a brighter, more Strat-like tone – it's a significant enough shift to offer a wider range of sounds.
