Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5N Blackouts For Bass 5-String Neck Pickup
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Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5N Blackouts For Bass 5-String Neck Pickup
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- SKU
- 11407-09
Description
application
Active pickups and electronics voiced for the aggressive bass tones of metal,classic metal,punk and heavy rock.
description
Blackouts for Bass represents the active bass soapbar pickup specifically voiced for aggressive music. Instead of the radical EQ boosting and cutting required to make flat,sterile pickups come alive,Blackouts for Bass delivers the goods with less tweaking. Blackouts for Bass have more of what you want: cleaner highs,deeper lows,and greater dynamic range than traditional active bass pickups. This high energy,expansive sound is capable of covering all your other gigs with ease.
complete setup
The full-length dual blades accommodate maximum string spacings up to 2.70” (68.5mm) for the four-string model and up to 3.10” (78.5mm) for the five-string model.
basses
The full-length dual blades accommodate maximum string spacings up to 2.70” (68.5mm) for the four-string model and up to 3.10” (78.5mm) for the five-string model
available mods
Available for four- or five-string bass. Same size as our Phase II soapbars (direct replacement for EMG© 35 and 40). Also available is a Blackouts for bass Tone Circuit,which offers two focused bands of EQ dialed-in to the frequencies that metal players need most.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Blackouts for Bass 5-String Neck Pickup is an active soapbar voiced specifically for metal, punk, and hard rock—delivering cleaner highs, deeper lows, and aggressive character right out of the box with less need for extreme EQ tweaking. Built on the same footprint as EMG 35/40 pickups, it's a direct drop-in replacement that handles maximum string spacing up to 3.10" and plays well across aggressive tunings and genres beyond metal. Choose this pickup for punchy, high-energy tone that cuts through a dense mix and demands less work from your tone stack.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Punk
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Aggressive tones
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Country
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pickup a direct replacement for my existing bass?
Yes—the Blackouts for Bass 5-String matches the same soapbar size as Seymour Duncan Phase II and EMG 35/40 pickups, making it a direct replacement for compatible basses. It accommodates string spacing up to 3.10" on the five-string model.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best for?
This pickup is voiced for metal, classic metal, punk, and hard rock—especially players using drop tunings and aggressive techniques. While its expanded sound can cover other gigs, it's optimized for high-energy, aggressive tones rather than jazz, country, or folk applications.
Do I need to use an external tone circuit with these pickups?
No—the Blackouts for Bass delivers aggressive tone with cleaner highs and deeper lows out of the box, requiring less EQ tweaking than traditional active pickups. Seymour Duncan also offers an optional Blackouts for Bass Tone Circuit with two focused EQ bands tuned to metal-player frequencies if you want additional shaping.
What's included with this pickup?
You receive the five-string neck pickup itself, which is the active pickup element. Installation hardware and wiring harness are not typically included; consult your bass manual or a technician for proper installation.
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