Seymour Duncan SSJ5-3B
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Seymour Duncan
SSJ5-3B
Product Info
Article Number:
484570
Brand:
Seymour Duncan
Model:
SSJ5-3B
Category:
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
Price:
$148.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SSJ5-3B is a powerhouse for your 5-string J-Bass, delivering serious punch and clarity. It’s built to handle blues, rock, and heavier genres with ease, offering a versatile sound thanks to that 4-wire configuration. If you’re after a modern, aggressive tone that still retains definition, this pickup is a great choice.
Product Description
- Seymour Duncan SSJ5-3B
- Pickup for 5-String Electric Bass
- Quarter Pound Single Coil
- For 5-string J-style models
- High Output
- Optimal for blues
- classic rock
- garage
- heavy rock and nu-metal
- 4-Wire
- Colour: Black
*Note:* Register your product on www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.
PROS
- • Quarter-pounder construction delivers a thick, powerful low-end response.
- • 4-wire design allows for series/parallel switching for tonal flexibility.
- • Alnico 5 magnets provide a balanced, articulate tone with strong output.
- • Robust black pickup cover protects the internals and offers a classic aesthetic.
CONS
- • High output might be overwhelming for players seeking a very vintage, scooped tone.
- • Single coil design inherently picks up more hum than stacked or humbucking options.
- • The aggressive output leans towards modern genres; less ideal for mellow jazz.
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge
Magnet
Alnico 5
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
8.2kΩ
Mounting
4-Hole Standard J-Bass
Cover
Black
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's hotter and more aggressive than their Vintage Stacked series, but less so than the Screamin’ Demon, offering a good middle ground for modern rock tones.
It should fit standard 5-string J-Bass routings, but always double-check your bass's specific measurements to be sure, especially for older or custom models.
It’s fairly straightforward; you’ll need a switch to access parallel mode, but plenty of wiring diagrams are readily available online for a simple installation.
