11402-09 vs 11405-46 — Compare
Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup vs Seymour Duncan SSB-5N Passive Soapbar 5-String Neck Pickup
The SRB-1N is a guitar humbucker engineered for Rickenbacker neck position with bright, chimey tone and coil-splitting versatility, while the SSB-5N is a passive bass soapbar for 5-string instruments with balanced, articulate fundamentals and EMG 40 cavity compatibility. Choose the SRB-1N if you play Rickenbacker guitar; choose the SSB-5N if you need a 5-string bass neck pickup.
No sales tax on orders shipped outside California — total cost beats national retailers that charge sales tax in nearly every state.
Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup
Seymour Duncan SSB-5N Passive Soapbar 5-String Neck Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup | Seymour Duncan SSB-5N Passive Soapbar 5-String Neck Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Neck | Neck |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan Humbucker SRB-1N Rickenbacker Neck Pickup
- ✓ Purpose-built for Rickenbacker guitars with authentic chimey, bright character
- ✓ Higher resonant peak (11 kHz) delivers extended treble and shimmer
- ✓ Four-conductor plus shield wiring enables coil-splitting and series/parallel configurations
- ✓ Hand-built in Santa Barbara with vacuum wax potting for stability
Why choose Seymour Duncan SSB-5N Passive Soapbar 5-String Neck Pickup
- ✓ Designed for 5-string bass guitars with controlled, balanced tone
- ✓ Direct drop-in replacement for EMG 40 sized cavities—easy installation
- ✓ Lower DC resistance (6.3k ohms) produces moderate output suitable for bass mix clarity
- ✓ Simple two-conductor wiring integrates cleanly with standard bass signal chains
Frequently asked questions
Are these pickups compatible with the same instruments?
No. The SRB-1N is a guitar humbucker sized for Rickenbacker neck position. The SSB-5N is a bass soapbar designed for 5-string instruments with EMG 40 sized cavities. They are not interchangeable.
Which pickup has more treble emphasis?
The SRB-1N has a higher resonant peak at 11 kHz and treble rating of 7, emphasizing shimmer and articulation. The SSB-5N has a 9.2 kHz resonant peak with treble rating of 7, offering a more balanced overall character suited to bass fundamentals.
Can either pickup be configured for different wiring options?
The SRB-1N includes four-conductor plus shield wiring for coil-splitting and series/parallel configurations. The SSB-5N uses simple two-conductor wiring optimized for straightforward passive operation without tone-shaping options.
Which genres suit each pickup best?
The SRB-1N excels in rock, indie, pop, and jangle pop where its chimey brightness cuts through. The SSB-5N works across funk, jazz, rock, and studio sessions where articulate, balanced bass response is needed. Both perform poorly in metal and thrash genres.