Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 4 Str, Set Pickup
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11403-07
Description
Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass, 4 String Pickup Set
The Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass pickup set delivers articulate, focused bass tone with minimal hum interference. Hand-built in Santa Barbara using Alnico 5 rod magnets and vacuum wax potting, these noiseless pickups maintain the clarity and punch demanded by modern bass players while eliminating the 60-cycle hum that plagues traditional designs. The linear humbucking architecture sits cleanly under black covers without sacrificing the tight, defined response that makes J-bass pickups essential for contemporary styles.
Tone & Construction
The linear humbucking design positions two coils side-by-side under the cover, canceling electromagnetic noise while preserving high-end articulation and midrange presence. Vacuum wax potting eliminates microphonic feedback and squeal, ensuring rock-solid performance under stage conditions and aggressive playing. Hand-ground Alnico 5 magnets deliver the classic J-bass character—punchy lows and defined highs—that sits perfectly in any mix.
Technical Specifications
Neck pickup dimensions of 3.6" long × 0.72" wide fit standard J-bass routes with 56 mm string spacing at the neck and 59 mm at the bridge. The 9.25 Ohm DCR and 2-conductor shielded cable ensure clean signal transmission with minimal noise pickup. These specs confirm compatibility with standard 4-string J-bass configurations while delivering the electrical characteristics gigging and touring musicians depend on.
Key Features
- Linear humbucking design with coils positioned side-by-side
- Hand-built in Santa Barbara, California
- Alnico 5 rod magnets, hand-ground
- Vacuum wax potted for squeal-free performance
- 4-string configuration
- DCR: 9.25 Ohms
- Neck pickup: 3.6" long × 0.72" wide
- String spacing: 56 mm (neck), 59 mm (bridge)
- 2-conductor shielded cable
- Black covers
- Forbon flatwork construction
- Noiseless design minimizes electromagnetic hum
The Apollo J-Bass set combines handcrafted construction with proven noise-rejection technology, delivering the articulate, hum-free tone that defines professional-grade bass pickups for live performance and studio work.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Apollo J-Bass pickup set combines hand-built Alnico 5 construction with linear humbucking architecture to deliver articulate, punchy tone and a tight low end without the 60-cycle hum that plagues traditional J-bass pickups. Built in Santa Barbara using vacuum wax potting for rock-solid stage reliability, these noiseless pickups maintain clarity and definition through aggressive playing and live performance. Choose the Apollo set for a professional-grade upgrade that keeps your tone focused and hum-free across funk, rock, and jazz—ideal for gigging players and collectors seeking modern noise rejection without sacrificing classic J-bass character.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | funk, rock, jazz, studio sessions, live performance |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Articulate, focused, tight low end, defined highs, punchy |
| Less specialized for | folk, classical (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these pickups fit my J-bass?
Yes, the Apollo J-Bass set is designed for standard 4-string J-bass routes with 56 mm string spacing at the neck and 59 mm at the bridge. The neck pickup measures 3.6 inches long by 0.72 inches wide, fitting directly into standard J-bass cavities.
What makes these pickups hum-free compared to traditional J-bass pickups?
The linear humbucking design positions two coils side-by-side under the cover to cancel electromagnetic noise while preserving articulation and midrange presence. Vacuum wax potting further eliminates microphonic feedback and squeal, ensuring quiet operation under stage conditions and aggressive playing.
What tone should I expect from these pickups?
These pickups deliver articulate, focused tone with punchy lows, defined highs, and a tight low end characteristic of Alnico 5 construction. The linear humbucking design maintains clarity and presence across funk, rock, and jazz without sacrificing the classic J-bass character.
Are these pickups hand-made?
Yes, the Apollo J-Bass set is hand-built in Santa Barbara, California, using hand-ground Alnico 5 rod magnets and vacuum wax potting for professional-grade construction.
What cable and electrical specs come with this set?
The Apollo set includes a 2-conductor shielded cable for clean signal transmission with minimal noise pickup and features a 9.25 Ohm DCR that meets professional electrical standards.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $17 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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