What bass styles and genres are these pickups best suited for?

The Blackouts excel in metal, hard rock, funk, and modern rock where articulate punch and aggressive presence cut through dense mixes. They are not recommended for jazz or traditional blues applications due to their high-output character and tonal voicing.

Will these pickups fit my current bass?

The ASB-BO-5S are direct replacements for EMG 40 sized pickup cavities. The maximum string spacing is 3.10 inches, accommodating standard and wider 5-string bass neck widths without modification.

What makes the tone character of these pickups distinctive?

An 8.0 kHz resonant peak delivers aggressive upper-midrange presence, while the EQ curve of 9/5/9 (Bass/Mid/Treble) emphasizes tight low-end weight and high-end snap with controlled mids. This design prevents muddiness and provides clarity across all five strings even at high output levels.

What skill level do I need to use these pickups effectively?

These pickups are engineered for intermediate, advanced, and professional players who understand high-output active tone and can dial in their amplifier and playing technique to harness their aggressive character.

What is included with this pickup set?

The set includes both pickups configured for 5-string bass with two-conductor cable configuration and ceramic bar magnets for high-output performance.

Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5S Blackouts For Bass 5-String Pickup Set

The Seymour Duncan ASB-BO-5S Blackouts deliver aggressive, articulate punch with the responsiveness serious bass players demand. These high-output active pickups cut through dense mixes and maintain clarity across all five strings, making them the choice for players working in heavy genres where definition matters.

Tone & Output Character

The full 8.0 kHz resonant peak pushes the upper midrange, delivering the aggressive presence Blackouts are known for. EQ voicing of 9 / 5 / 9 (Bass / Mid / Treble) emphasizes low-end weight and high-end snap while keeping mids controlled, ideal for slap, modern rock, and metal applications.

Installation & Compatibility

These pickups mount as a direct replacement for EMG 40 sized cavities, making retrofit straightforward on compatible instruments. The 3.10" maximum string spacing accommodates standard and wider 5-string bass neck widths without compromise.

Key Features

High-output active pickup design
Ceramic bar magnets
Two-conductor cable configuration
Resonant peak at full 8.0 kHz
EQ: 9 / 5 / 9 (Bass / Mid / Treble)
Maximum string spacing: 3.10" (78.5mm)
Direct replacement for EMG 40 sized pickups
5-string configuration

The Blackouts ASB-BO-5S are engineered for players who need articulate, punchy tone with enough output to drive amplifiers hard without muddiness.

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Country of Manufacture	United States