Seymour Duncan NYC Bass neck 4 Strg 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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- SKU
- 11405-53
Wiring: ships from Seymour Duncan with a 4-conductor lead (coil splitting and phase switching ready).
Description
Seymour Duncan NYC Bass Neck 4-String Pickup
The Seymour Duncan NYC Bass neck pickup delivers the articulate, punchy character that defines modern active-style bass tone without requiring a preamp. This dual coil J-type design sits cleanly in the neck position, offering transparent midrange definition and controlled low-end that cuts through a mix without muddiness. Built by hand in Santa Barbara, this pickup gives you refined clarity and versatility across any genre you're playing live.
Tone & Response
The Alnico 2 magnet structure and 18.72 kΩ DC resistance yield a balanced EQ profile (9 bass / 8 mids / 5 treble) centered around a 3.2 kHz resonant peak that emphasizes articulation and note definition. This midrange focus responds to your finger dynamics and aggressive pick attack, locking in tight for both fingerstyle precision and slap techniques on stage.
Design & Installation
Measuring 3.5" × 1.5", this pickup fits any bass with a standard DC 40 rout, dropping into most modern instruments without modification. The four conductor cable supports three wiring modes—parallel, series, and single coil—letting you dial in the exact character your bass needs for the room and the gig.
Key Features
- Dual coil J-type pickup design
- Double row of exposed Alnico 2 pole pieces
- Alnico 2 magnets
- Dimensions: 3.5" [88.9mm] Long × 1.5" [38.1mm] Wide
- Four conductor cable
- DC Resistance (Neck): 18.72 kΩ
- Resonant Peak (Neck): 3.2 kHz
- EQ (Bass/Mids/Treble): 9 / 8 / 5
- Fits any bass with standard DC 40 rout
- Three wiring modes available (parallel, series, single coil)
- Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA
The NYC Bass neck pickup delivers professional-grade articulation and output in a format that works with virtually any bass platform.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan NYC Bass neck pickup is a hand-built J-type dual coil designed to deliver articulate, punchy tone with transparent midrange clarity and controlled low-end—all without requiring a preamp. Built for intermediate to professional players, it cuts through a mix on stage and in the studio while staying responsive to both fingerstyle and slap technique. Its standard DC 40 rout compatibility and three wiring modes (parallel, series, single coil) make it a versatile upgrade for most modern bass guitars.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Funk, Studio Sessions, Live Performance, Slap Bass |
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| Tonal character | Articulate, punchy, transparent midrange, controlled low-end, dynamic responsive |
| Less specialized for | Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What bass models does this pickup fit?
This neck pickup fits any bass with a standard DC 40 rout, which accommodates most modern four-string bass guitars without modification. Verify your bass uses a standard J-type neck pickup cavity before purchasing.
Does this pickup require a preamp?
No. The NYC Bass neck pickup is designed to deliver articulate, punchy active-style tone without requiring an onboard preamp, thanks to its Alnico 2 magnet structure and optimized coil winding.
What wiring options does it offer?
The four-conductor cable supports three wiring modes—parallel, series, and single coil—allowing you to shape your tone to match your bass and playing style.
What playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
This pickup excels in funk, slap bass, studio sessions, and live performance where articulation and cutting through a mix are priorities. Its dynamic response and midrange focus make it responsive to both fingerstyle precision and aggressive pick attack, though it is not recommended for folk.
What are the key specs?
The NYC Bass neck pickup features Alnico 2 magnets, 18.72 kΩ DC resistance, a 3.2 kHz resonant peak, and a balanced EQ profile of 9 bass / 8 mids / 5 treble. It measures 3.5 inches long and 1.5 inches wide and is hand-built in Santa Barbara, California.
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 $11 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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