Best Passive Bass Pickups - April 2024

EMG Geezer Butler Signature P Bass Guitar Pickup Set

EMG along with legendary artist Geezer Butler have collaborated to develop the GZR-P and GZR-PJ signature bass pickup sets. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame bass player started working with EMG founder Rob Turner in 2011, looking to recreate the classic bass tones he had in Black Sabbath’s early days. As Geezer and Black Sabbath moved from studio to touring in 2013 the final component of getting the classic Geezer tone was in play - a passive pickup with a truly vintage tone an feel. To recapture Geezer’s early Black Sabbath tone, it meant a new EMG vintage style passive P & PJ design with a... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00J8POGWQ
• UPC: 654330215063
• ASIN: B00J8POGWQ
• Brand: EMG
• Manufacturer: E M G

EMG P Active Bass Guitar Pickup, Black

The Bass pickup of choice since it was developed, the EMG-P uses short, squat coils that have very little resistance and plenty of inductance. Because the coils are not in series like the passive types, there's about twice as much low end as a passive pickup. Ceramic magnets are used to add clarity. Countless pros use it because they find it has a natural presence, powerful lows, punchy midrange, and superior definition.

• ASIN: B000V1K3LO
• UPC: 654330400902
• ASIN: B000V1K3LO
• Brand: EMG
• Manufacturer: EMG Inc.

Seymour Duncan STC-2P 2-Band Tone Circuits for Passive Bass Pickups

The Seymour Duncan STC-2P is a two-band set of on board Tone Circuits that add tremendous tonal versatility to your electric bass guitar. This system is designed to work with passive bass pickups. The STC Tone Circuit system enables the player to add to subtract EQ at center frequencies voiced specifically for electric bass. The STC Tone Circuits feature low noise, low distortion and high headroom, and are useful for all musical styles and genres. The STC-2P has two bands of active EQ, master volume and blend, plus the proprietary Slap Switch. The lows are deep, clear, and tight. The mids rang... [Read More]

• ASIN: B000K67YG2
• UPC: 800315004676
• ASIN: B000K67YG2
• Brand: Seymour Duncan
• Manufacturer: Seymour Duncan

Seymour Duncan STC-3P 3-Band Tone Circuits for Passive Bass Pickups

The Seymour Duncan STC-3P is a three-band set of on board Tone Circuits that add tremendous tonal versatility to your electric bass guitar. This system is designed to work with passive bass pickups. The STC Tone Circuit system enables the player to add to subtract EQ at center frequencies voiced specifically for electric bass. The STC Tone Circuits feature low noise, low distortion and high headroom, and are useful for all musical styles and genres. The STC-3P has three bands of active EQ, master volume and blend, plus the proprietary Slap Switch. The lows are deep, clear, and tight. The mids ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B0047A3VR8
• UPC: 800315004690
• ASIN: B0047A3VR8
• Brand: Seymour Duncan
• Manufacturer: Seymour Duncan

Seymour Duncan SSB5S Phase II Passive Soapbar 5 String Bass Pickup Set

Face it. Not everybody likes active pickups. That?s why the engineers at Basslines, Seymour Duncan?s all-bass division, just released the Phase II Passive Soapbars. These replacement pickups offer a passive alternative to battery-powered pickups. The tone is simple and organic, with the added warmth and punch you expect from a great passive pickup. Bassists can use the Phase II Passives with passive volume and tone controls. Or, for maximum control, they can be matched with Basslines? STC-2p or STC-3p Tone Circuit (sold separately), which offers either two or three bands of active EQ together... [Read More]

• ASIN: B0009WVGFM
• UPC: 800315032471
• ASIN: B0009WVGFM
• Brand: Seymour Duncan
• Manufacturer: Seymour Duncan

EMG LF-DMF Lars Frederiksen Signature Passive Humbucker Guitar Pickup Set

The Lars Frederiksen passive humbucking set (LF-DMF) is a modern twist on an old school classic. The set is dressed with black chrome caps, double rows of adjustable poles and custom coil windings that make this set as unique as the rocker it was created for. The LF-DMF set features a ceramic magnet bridge pickup for clean articulate highs and an Alnico 5 neck for a rhythmic mid-range with power. Each pickup features proprietary windings for their unique attributes. The pickups are encapsulated to keep microphonics at an absolute minimum. The stainless steel black chrome cap doesn’t interfer... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07MZRGRM1
• UPC: 654330113949
• ASIN: B07MZRGRM1
• Brand: EMG
• Manufacturer: EMG

EMG J Prewired Bass Guitar Pickup Set Plus Control Plate System

EMG’s classic J pickups are now available in a completely solderless system that includes everything you’ll need to swap your Jazz Bass pickups with no hassle. We’ve mounted and wired everything to your new control plate - volume, volume and tone pot. Drop in the pickups, plug in the solderless connectors, and play.

• ASIN: B071XBS2B7
• UPC: 654330404047
• ASIN: B071XBS2B7
• Brand: EMG
• Manufacturer: E M G

T-best Guitar Bass Pickup,3 Band Active & Passive EQ Equalizer Electric Bass Preamp Circuit Pickup Replacement for Active Bass Pickup Bass Guitar Wiring Harness

Features: This kit includes a circuit and a set of pickup for jazz bass.  Easy to install and use, gives you professional performance. The circuit has a bass, treble, volume and balance controllers, can offer you easy adjustments. The pickup can perfectly collect bass sound with high quality signal. Nice replacement for your old broken one. Specification: Material: Metal Volume: A500K Bass: ±12dB at 85Hz, B50K Treble: ±12dB at 7KHz, B50K Balance: MN250K Weight: Approx. 250g Package List: 1 x Circuit 1 x Pickup

• ASIN: B07GCHVLD3
• UPC: 700890411763
• ASIN: B07GCHVLD3
• Brand: T-best
• Manufacturer: Tbest

EMG EMG 45HZ Passive 6 String Bass Pickup, Black

Part of our HZ Extended Series line, the EMG-45HZ, with its modern appearance is actually a product of 30+ years of design experience This passive model features a dual-coil design for low noise and plenty of output. Using EMG's "CS" design (Ceramic and Steel), the resulting tone is much warmer as a result of the higher inductance of the steel, and thus has a smoother attack and a flatter high end. All of the EMG-HZ bass models feature solid bar magnets that cover the entire width of the strings so any string layout can be used. This model uses an extended housing that is 4.5 inches (115mm), p... [Read More]

• ASIN: B001P3US1W
• UPC: 654330110283
• ASIN: B001P3US1W
• Brand: EMG
• Manufacturer: EMG Inc.

EMG J-HZ Passive Jazz Bass Pickup Set, Black

With sweeping harmonic overtones and clarity, the JHZ pickup has characteristic jazz bass tone, but due to our custom design adds a modern broad tonal response that will add new dimensions to your bass playing. Our design utilizes stacked ceramic loaded coils, which increases low frequency response, increases output, and lowers noise. The result is a tone that is endowed with tight mid-range punch and dynamic high end response. So whether you play fretted or fretless bass, playing live or in the studio, you'll get an incredible full sound to get the job done.

• ASIN: B001P3URBI
• UPC: 654330110412
• ASIN: B001P3URBI
• Brand: EMG
• Manufacturer: EMG Inc.

Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound P-Bass Pickup - (New)

This Precision pickup is for musicians who want maximum output and extended frequency range. Large quarter-inch wide pole pieces expand the magnetic field and extend the frequency range from low to high end for a fat, full, punchy sound with midrange presence. The Seymourized design balances the coils with the magnets for great sustain and harmonics. Pickup cover included Tonal Characteristic: High output with lots of clarity and high-end punch.

• ASIN: B0002GKYZI
• UPC: 800315003839
• ASIN: B0002GKYZI
• Brand: Seymour Duncan
• Manufacturer: Seymour Duncan

EMG H4 Passive Electric Guitar Humbucker Pickup, Black

The EMG H4 is our best selling passive humbucker. Combining the power of our active 81 with the soul of a passive PAF, the tone is well balanced, with tight bass, glassy mids, and crunchy highs. These great tonal features are achieved by utilizing over wound coils loaded with ceramic bar magnets, all fully shielded for minimal noise. This pickup is most often used in the bridge position where it shines with excellent range, responsiveness and sweet harmonics. If you want a big rock or heavy modern sound, this is the pickup for you.

• ASIN: B001QVLUAQ
• UPC: 654330110115
• ASIN: B001QVLUAQ
• Brand: EMG
• Manufacturer: EMG Inc.

EMG DE David Ellefson Signature 4-String Soapbar Bass Guitar Pickup Set

Megadeth bassist and heavy metal Icon David Ellison has been part of the EMG family for decades, putting our pickups to the test on multi-platinum albums and world tours. In the recording studio or playing live, Ellison relies on the consistency of his EMG’s in his 4 and 5 string basses. His signature combination of a dual-coil (DC) pickup in the bridge and a ceramic & steel (CS) for the neck has become popular among bass players of all genres. For the first time This menacing metal combination is now paired in the De signature set. Available in 4 string (3.5 inch) Soapbar housing or a 5 str... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07MZQHYZ6
• UPC: 654330404948
• ASIN: B07MZQHYZ6
• Brand: EMG
• Manufacturer: EMG

EMG H4A Passive Alnico Guitar Humbucker Pickup, Black

Endowed with warmth, body and clarity, the EMG H4A is a very versatile pickup and is perfect for everything from blues to rock to metal. The tone is very well-balanced, with solid bass, pronounced mids, and fat highs. These great tonal features are achieved by utilizing vintage wound coils loaded with Alnico V bar magnets, all fully shielded for minimal noise. The H4A is most often used in the neck position, and is commonly used in conjunction with its cousin, the H4, for a perfect balance of tones. The H4A shines with superb clarity, full body, and delicate responsiveness which will suit almo... [Read More]

• ASIN: B001L4Z37E
• UPC: 654330110122
• ASIN: B001L4Z37E
• Brand: EMG
• Manufacturer: EMG Inc.

Bartolini HR-5.4AP/918 Preamp Harness - 3-Band EQ w/ 5 Control Knobs & 3-Way Toggle Switch - Active/Passive Switchable - Pre-wired for a Two-Pickup Installation

Give your bass a new voice with a custom Bartolini on-board preamp. These harnesses are prewired for easy installation and offer a variety of configurations to meet your needs. Bartolini is one of the most respected & trusted pickups & electronics builders in the industry and offers some of the finest electronics using only the highest-grade materials. Every Bartolini preamp & pickup is hand-built right here in the USA. All preamps feature a Gain trim pot on the module for fine-tuning, and all tone & blend pots feature smooth action & center indents with 6mm knurled split shafts. Contro... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00FL5FQ58
• UPC: 608729563204
• ASIN: B00FL5FQ58
• Brand: Bartolini
• Manufacturer: Bartolini Pickups & Electronics

EMG 35HZ Passive 4 String Bass Pickup

The 35HZ Passive Pickup for 4-string bass features a dual-coil design for low noise and plenty of output. Using EMG's "CS" design (Ceramic and Steel), this pickup has the punch and fullness of older passive

• UPC: 24628046
• Model: 1335
• Color: Multicolor

EMG 40HZ Passive 5 String Bass Pickup

EMG 40HZ Passive 5 String Bass

• UPC: 24628041
• Model: 1336
• Color: Multicolor

EMG 45HZ Passive 6 String Bass Pickup

The Passive EMG 45HZ Pickup for 6-string bass features a dual-coil design for low noise and plenty of output. Using EMG's "CS" design (Ceramic and Steel), this pickup has the punch and fullness of older

• UPC: 24628101
• Model: 1976
• Color: Multicolor

EMG PHZ Passive Electric Bass Guitar Pickup

EMG PHZ Passive Electric Bass Guitar

• UPC: 24628005
• Model: 2524
• Color: Multicolor

EMG MM HZ Passive 4 String Bass Pickup

EMG MM HZ Passive 4 String Bass

• UPC: 24847782
• Model: 2642
• Color: Multicolor

Seymour Duncan STC-2P 2-Band Tone Circuits for Passive Bass Pickups

The Seymour Duncan STC-2P is a two-band set of on board Tone Circuits that add tremendous tonal versatility to your electric bass guitar. This system is designed to work with passive bass pickups. The STC

• UPC: 949213484
• Model: 11993-02
• Color: White Black Red BlueBlack

Seymour Duncan STC-3P 3-Band Tone Circuits for Passive Bass Pickups

The Seymour Duncan STC-3P is a three-band set of on board Tone Circuits that add tremendous tonal versatility to your electric bass guitar. This system is designed to work with passive bass pickups. The STC

• UPC: 105972362
• Model: 11993-06
• Color: Black

EMG JHZ Passive Bass Pickup Set

EMG JHZ Passive Bass Pickup Set

• UPC: 24192051
• Model: 2552
• Color: Multicolor

Warwick MEC Passive Warwick Bass Pickup

MEC Passive Warwick Bass Pickup

• UPC: 48851429
• Color: Multicolor

Seymour Duncan Basslines SSB-4NYC NYC Passive Soapbar String Bass pickup set

The SSB-4 NYC are the same dual coil J-type pickup design found in some of the world’s best basses. Wire it in parallel mode for a slightly thickened single coil sound that is hum-cancelling; wire

• UPC: 745258981
• Model: 11405-55
• Color: White Black Red BlueBlack

Pickups & Pickup Covers T-best Guitar Bass Pickup,3 Band Active " Passive EQ For

• UPC: 113799104094
• Category: Pickups
• Price: 43 USD

EMG J-HZ Passive Jazz Bass Pickup Set, Black. Best Price

• UPC: 254309969826
• Category: Other Musical Instrument Equip
• Price: 390 CAD