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Seymour Duncan SJ5-3N Quarter Pound 5-String Neck Pickup For Jazz Bass vs Seymour Duncan SJ5-3B Quarter Pound 5-String Bridge Pickup For Jazz Bass
The SJ5-3N is a neck pickup voiced for jazz, fusion, and studio work with warm articulation and controlled mids, while the SJ5-3B is a bridge pickup designed for blues, rock, and metal with high output and strong attack. Choose the SJ5-3N if you play jazz or fusion; choose the SJ5-3B if you need a bridge pickup for rock, blues, or heavier genres.
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Seymour Duncan SJ5-3N Quarter Pound 5-String Neck Pickup For Jazz Bass
Seymour Duncan SJ5-3B Quarter Pound 5-String Bridge Pickup For Jazz Bass
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan SJ5-3N Quarter Pound 5-String Neck Pickup For Jazz Bass | Seymour Duncan SJ5-3B Quarter Pound 5-String Bridge Pickup For Jazz Bass | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.00 | $99.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Neck | Bridge |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan SJ5-3N Quarter Pound 5-String Neck Pickup For Jazz Bass
- ✓ Warm, articulate tone with balanced low end—ideal for jazz and fusion
- ✓ Controlled midrange and note definition without harshness
- ✓ Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free, studio-ready operation
- ✓ Neck position sizing (3.00" spacing) standard for 5-string basses
Why choose Seymour Duncan SJ5-3B Quarter Pound 5-String Bridge Pickup For Jazz Bass
- ✓ High-output, over-wound design delivers strong attack for rock and metal
- ✓ Bridge pickup position accommodates wider string spacing up to 3.10"
- ✓ Versatile across blues, classic rock, heavy rock, and funk
- ✓ Direct retrofit for Fender Jazz V and many popular 5-string basses
Frequently asked questions
Can I use both pickups together in one bass?
Yes—the SJ5-3N and SJ5-3B are designed as complementary neck and bridge pickups for 5-string basses. They come calibrated as a set and will work together in guitars like the Fender Jazz V, though they are voiced for different applications (jazz/fusion vs. rock/blues/metal).
Which pickup is better for beginners?
The SJ5-3B is listed for beginner through professional skill levels and offers forgiving high output. The SJ5-3N is best for intermediate and advanced players working in jazz or fusion contexts where articulation and note definition matter.
What is the key tone difference between these two pickups?
The SJ5-3N emphasizes warm articulation with controlled mids (EQ: 7 bass / 3 mids / 6 treble) and a 5.56 kHz peak for clarity—suited to jazz. The SJ5-3B is over-wound and high-output with strong attack, designed for blues, rock, and heavier genres where punch is valued.
Are these pickups compatible with my 5-string bass?
The SJ5-3N (neck) fits standard 3.00" string spacing. The SJ5-3B (bridge) accommodates spacing up to 3.10". Both are direct retrofits for Fender Jazz V and many other popular 5-string basses; measure your current string spacing to confirm fit.