11405-03 vs 11406-04 — Compare
Seymour Duncan AJB-5N Active 5-String Neck Pickup For Jazz Bass vs Seymour Duncan AJB-1B Pro Active Bridge Pickup For Jazz Bass
The AJB-5N is a calibrated neck-and-bridge set optimized for heavy genres like metal and hard rock with increased output and a low-B focused design, while the AJB-1B is a bridge-only modern-voiced pickup suited for jazz, blues, and classic rock with a broader, less brittle tonal palette. Choose the AJB-5N if you need a complete 5-string system for aggressive styles; choose the AJB-1B as a bridge replacement for traditional jazz bass voicing with contemporary clarity.
No sales tax on orders shipped outside California — total cost beats national retailers that charge sales tax in nearly every state.
Seymour Duncan AJB-5N Active 5-String Neck Pickup For Jazz Bass
Seymour Duncan AJB-1B Pro Active Bridge Pickup For Jazz Bass
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan AJB-5N Active 5-String Neck Pickup For Jazz Bass | Seymour Duncan AJB-1B Pro Active Bridge Pickup For Jazz Bass | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145.00 | $145.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Neck | Bridge |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan AJB-5N Active 5-String Neck Pickup For Jazz Bass
- ✓ Complete calibrated neck and bridge set for 5-string basses
- ✓ Tailored for heavy rock, metal, and funk with punchy low-B definition
- ✓ Fat, present tone with solid bottom end and snap
Why choose Seymour Duncan AJB-1B Pro Active Bridge Pickup For Jazz Bass
- ✓ Bridge-only replacement suitable for Jazz Bass and P-J configurations
- ✓ Modern broad tonal response without brittleness typical of active pickups
- ✓ Excellent for jazz, blues, and classic rock with articulate punchy mids
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the AJB-1B as a bridge pickup in a 5-string bass?
The product description does not specify 5-string compatibility for the AJB-1B. The AJB-5N is specifically designed for 5-string basses with accommodated string spacings up to 3.10 inches at the bridge.
Which pickup set is better for metal?
The AJB-5N is explicitly recommended for metal and heavy rock with increased output and punchy definition. The AJB-1B is marked as not ideal for metal.
Do these pickups come with a preamp?
The AJB-5N includes a fully discrete, ultra-quiet 9-volt preamp. The AJB-1B description does not explicitly state preamp inclusion, though both are active pickups with approximately 1,000 hours of battery life per set.
Are these direct replacements for Fender Jazz Bass?
The AJB-1B is described as a modern-voiced active replacement for Jazz Bass in standard and P-J configurations. The AJB-5N is not a direct retrofit for Fender Jazz V but fits many popular 5-string basses.