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Seymour Duncan SPB-3 Quarter Pound Pickup For P-Bass vs Seymour Duncan SA-3XL Woody HCTM Hum-Canceling Acoustic Pickup
The SPB-3 is a high-output electric bass pickup for rock and metal; the SA-3XL Woody is an acoustic guitar soundhole pickup for live and studio use. These serve entirely different instruments and genres—choose based on whether you're upgrading an electric P-Bass or amplifying an acoustic guitar.
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Seymour Duncan SPB-3 Quarter Pound Pickup For P-Bass
Seymour Duncan SA-3XL Woody HCTM Hum-Canceling Acoustic Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SPB-3 Quarter Pound Pickup For P-Bass | Seymour Duncan SA-3XL Woody HCTM Hum-Canceling Acoustic Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.00 | $99.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Any Position | Any Position |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SPB-3 Quarter Pound Pickup For P-Bass
- ✓ High-output Alnico 5 design cuts through dense mixes in rock and metal
- ✓ Humbucking coil pair eliminates 60-cycle hum without compromises
- ✓ Direct drop-in replacement for American Standard Precision Bass—zero modifications needed
Why choose Seymour Duncan SA-3XL Woody HCTM Hum-Canceling Acoustic Pickup
- ✓ Transparent, articulate tone preserves natural acoustic character
- ✓ Individually adjustable pole pieces allow string-by-string tuning
- ✓ Includes 14-foot studio-quality cable and fits standard 94–100mm soundholes
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the SPB-3 on an acoustic guitar?
No. The SPB-3 is engineered exclusively as a replacement pickup for electric Precision Bass models. It mounts inside the bass body cavity and is not compatible with acoustic guitars.
Can I use the SA-3XL Woody on my electric bass?
No. The SA-3XL Woody is designed for acoustic guitar soundholes and will not function properly on electric bass instruments. It requires a soundhole between 94mm and 100mm.
Which pickup needs batteries?
Neither. Both are fully passive designs—the SPB-3 uses Alnico 5 magnets and the SA-3XL Woody requires no external power, making them low-maintenance and always-ready options.
Do I need to modify my instrument for either pickup?
The SPB-3 is a drop-in replacement for American Standard Precision Bass with no routing or rewiring required. The SA-3XL Woody simply sits in your acoustic guitar's soundhole with no permanent modifications.