Seymour Duncan APJ-1 Pro Active For P-Bass Neck/Bridge Pickup

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Seymour Duncan APJ-1 Pro Active For P-Bass Neck/Bridge Pickup sku number 11406-02

Seymour Duncan APJ-1 Pro Active For P-Bass Neck/Bridge Pickup

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SKU
11406-02
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Description

application
Modern-voiced,active replacement pickup for P-Bass®. Great for pop,blues,classic rock and heavy rock.

description
Compared to the Lightnin’ Rods,the tone is more modern with sharper attack and more punch in the bass response. But unlike other active bass pickups,you don’t get any brittleness. Includes logo covers.

complete setup
Available as a split-coil active pickup. Battery life is approximately 2,000 continuous hours. Often used together with STC-2 or -3 Tone Circuits for optimal tonal control. Includes mounting and wiring hardware. Includes logo covers.

guitars
For warmer toned ash,alder or basswood body instruments. Works especially well with rosewood fingerboards.

players
Tere Bertke / Blackhawk,Carol Kaye / session legend,Tim Gaines / Stryper,Frank Bello / Anthrax,Blasko / Rob Zombie

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Condition New
Country of Manufacture United States
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At a Glance

The Seymour Duncan APJ-1 Pro Active is a modern-voiced split-coil pickup engineered for P-Bass players who need sharp attack, punchy low end, and articulate note definition without harshness. Built by the same company behind countless touring and session rigs, it delivers the clarity and reliability that working musicians depend on night after night. Choose it for blues, pop, classic rock, and heavy rock where your bass tone needs to cut through the mix with confidence.

Who This Is For

Great for

  • ✓ Blues
  • ✓ Pop
  • ✓ Classic Rock
  • ✓ Hard Rock
  • ✓ Funk

Not the best pick for

  • – Metal
  • – Djent

Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this pickup active, and how long does the battery last?

Yes, the APJ-1 Pro Active is an active pickup with approximately 2,000 continuous hours of battery life, ensuring extended studio and touring use before battery changes are needed.

How does the APJ-1 compare to Seymour Duncan's Lightnin' Rods?

The APJ-1 offers a more modern voice with sharper attack and greater punch in the bass response compared to the Lightnin' Rods, while avoiding the brittleness that can occur in other active designs.

What's included in the package?

The APJ-1 comes with the split-coil pickup, logo covers, mounting hardware, and wiring hardware; battery is not included. Pairing it with an STC-2 or STC-3 Tone Circuit provides additional tonal control options.

What types of bass bodies and fingerboards work best with this pickup?

The APJ-1 performs especially well on warmer-toned ash, alder, or basswood body basses and pairs particularly well with rosewood fingerboards.

What genres is this pickup designed for?

The APJ-1 excels in blues, pop, classic rock, and hard rock; it is not voiced for metal or djent styles.

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