Seymour Duncan SJB-2B Hot 4-String Bridge Pickup For Jazz Bass
Seymour Duncan SJB-2B Hot 4-String Bridge Pickup For Jazz Bass
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- SKU
- 11402-02
Description
application
Hot single-coil. Recommended for pop,blues,classic rock and heavy rock.
description
This pickup is similar in design to the Vintage,but kicks up the output with more aggressive coil windings. Compared to the Vintage,there’s a heavier mid-range emphasis that makes this pickup well suited to rock tones. Includes logo cover.
complete setup
Calibrated neck and bridge set. Neck pickup is slightly narrower. Neck is RW/RP for hum canceling when both pickups are used together. Often used together with STC-2 or -3 Tone Circuits for optimal tonal control.
players
Chris Maresh / Eric Johnson,Matt Blackett / Luce
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan SJB-2B is a hot-output jazz bass bridge pickup that delivers aggressive, mid-range-forward tone perfect for rock, blues, and funk players who need clarity and punch on stage. Built with more aggressive windings than vintage designs, it cuts through a mix without losing articulation, making it reliable for gigging bassists who play anything from classic rock to hard rock. Includes a logo cover and pairs seamlessly with neck pickups for balanced hum-canceling performance.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Funk
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the Hot and Vintage versions?
The SJB-2B Hot uses more aggressive coil windings to boost output and emphasize the mid-range compared to the Vintage model, making it better suited to rock, blues, and funk tones that need more punch and presence.
Will this work as a drop-in replacement for my jazz bass?
Yes, this is a bridge-position pickup for 4-string jazz basses. The neck pickup (SJB-2N) is slightly narrower and reverse-wound/reverse-polarity for hum canceling when both pickups are used together.
What genres is this pickup best for?
The SJB-2B excels in pop, blues, classic rock, heavy rock, jazz, and funk. It is not recommended for metal or thrash metal applications.
Does this pickup come with anything else?
The pickup includes a logo cover and is part of a calibrated neck and bridge set design, though this listing is for the bridge pickup only.
Should I pair this with a tone circuit?
Seymour Duncan recommends pairing the SJB-2B with an STC-2 or STC-3 Tone Circuit for optimal tonal control, though it will work with any standard jazz bass wiring.
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