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Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5N Blackouts For Bass 5-String Neck Pickup vs Seymour Duncan ASB2-5B Active Soapbar 5-String Bridge Pickup
The ASB-BO-5N is a neck pickup engineered for articulate clarity and controlled dynamics, while the ASB2-5B is a bridge pickup built for aggressive punch and cutting presence. Choose the neck pickup if you need balanced, defined response across the fingerboard; choose the bridge pickup if you want maximum output and edge for aggressive styles.
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Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5N Blackouts For Bass 5-String Neck Pickup
Seymour Duncan ASB2-5B Active Soapbar 5-String Bridge Pickup
Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5N Blackouts For Bass 5-String Neck Pickup | Seymour Duncan ASB2-5B Active Soapbar 5-String Bridge Pickup | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145.00 | $145.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Pickup Type | Neck | Bridge |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5N Blackouts For Bass 5-String Neck Pickup
- ✓ Neck position optimized for full fingerboard articulation and balance
- ✓ Controlled low end prevents mud in the crucial neck register
- ✓ 8.0 kHz resonant peak emphasizes definition for both fingerstyle and slap
- ✓ Dual-blade design ensures consistent string-to-string response on 5-string
Why choose Seymour Duncan ASB2-5B Active Soapbar 5-String Bridge Pickup
- ✓ Bridge position delivers maximum cutting power and aggressive midrange
- ✓ Split-blade design provides single-coil punch without hum
- ✓ High output and hard attack ideal for metal, funk, and drop tunings
- ✓ Tight low end articulation cuts through dense mixes
Frequently asked questions
Can I use both pickups together in the same bass?
Yes. The ASB-BO-5N is a neck pickup and the ASB2-5B is a bridge pickup, so they are designed to complement each other in a complete pickup set. Together they provide balanced articulation in the neck position and aggressive punch at the bridge.
What's the difference between dual-blade and split-blade design?
The ASB-BO-5N uses a dual-blade configuration for balanced string-to-string response across the full 5-string width. The ASB2-5B uses a split-blade design that delivers single-coil punch and attack character. Each design is optimized for its position in the bass.
Are these direct replacements for my current pickups?
Both are direct replacements for EMG 40-sized soapbar cavities and use Phase II/EMG Soapbar form factor. Verify your bass cavity size matches standard 5-string soapbar dimensions before ordering.
Which pickup is better for slap bass?
The ASB-BO-5N neck pickup is explicitly engineered for slap technique with its 8.0 kHz resonant peak emphasizing midrange definition and articulation. The bridge pickup prioritizes aggressive output but the neck position response is specifically tuned for slap dynamics.