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Seymour Duncan PowerStage 700 Bass Amp Head
$629.95 - $699.00PowerStage 700 Bass is the ultimate solution for bass players seeking power, portability, and pristine sound quality. Designed by Seymour Duncan’s legendary engineer Kevin Beller, a lifelong bass player, this 700-wa...12 Payments of $58.25
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Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound Jazz 5 String Bass Pickup Set
$198.00Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA the Quarter Pound for Jazz Bass uses Alnico 5 rod magnets and Forbon flatwork, and is wax potted for squeal-free operation. Comes with black cover. One of our most popular bass...6 Payments of $33.00
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Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound Jazz Bass Pickup Set
$178.00The Quarter Pound Jazz Bass pickup set is the choice of professional bassists worldwide making it Seymour Duncan's most popular bass model. The Quarter Pound for Jazz Bass was designed to take your bass tone to new ...6 Payments of $29.67
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Seymour Duncan SBP4 Steve Harris Signature P-Bass Pickup
$99.00The Tone of the Beast! The Steve Harris SBP4 Precision bass pickup uses Alnico 5 rod magnets and a unique vintage-hot coil wind that delivers a forceful sound with pushed mid range and tight bass and treble response...6 Payments of $16.50
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Seymour Duncan SPB-2 Hot P-Bass Pickup
$99.00If you are a fan of P-bass tone but need a little more push, the Hot P-Bass pickup gives you a the tonal and output burst you need. Built similarly to the Vintage model, the Hot for P-Bass uses a custom high output ...6 Payments of $16.50
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Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound 4 String PJ Bass Pickup Set
$188.00Together these Quarter Pound bass pickups provide a sonically full voice with a hold on to your hats high-output punch. Each strike of the string provides a full low-end bite with plenty of sustain. They’ve provided...6 Payments of $31.33
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Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound P-Bass Pickup
$99.00This 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 fa...6 Payments of $16.50
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Seymour Duncan SCPB-3 Quarter-Pound P-Bass Pickup
$89.00The vintage single-coil bass tone of this high output P bass pickup gets a push with more string sensitivity than the Hot model, and a more articulate treble response. The high output coil and quarter-inch diameter ...4 Payments of $22.25
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Seymour Duncan 11403-07 Apollo J-Bass 4 String Set
$249.00The Seymour Duncan Apollo Jazz Bass 4-string noiseless pickups are linear humbucking pickups that add punch and articulation missing from standard Jazz Bass pickups while minimizing noise. The Apollo Jazz Bass pi...6 Payments of $41.50
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Seymour Duncan Heavy Weather J-Bass Pickup Set
$198.00If you’re looking for a slightly brighter take on the iconic early ‘60s jazz bass tone, look no further. You’ll find the Heavy Weather Jazz Bass Pickup Set delivers all of the distinctive vintage grit and growl you’...6 Payments of $33.00
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Seymour Duncan Phase II Bass Guitar Pickup Set
$249.00The Seymour Duncan Phase II Bass Guitar Passive Soapbar Pickup Set offers a passive alternative to battery-powered pickups. The tone is simple and organic, with the added warmth and punch you expect from a great pas...6 Payments of $41.50
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Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Signature PJ Bass Pickup and Pre-Amp Set
$319.00After nearly a year or more of different wiring harnesses, volume pots and electronic genius, the new ‘Seymour Duncan Rex Brown Quarter Pounder PJ Set’ is here! The man who held down the low-end in Pantera kn...8 Payments of $39.88
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For players who love staying unplugged, we have acoustic bass guitars that bring warmth and depth without the need for an amp. Perfect for intimate sessions, acoustic gigs, or just practicing without waking the neighbors, these basses keep things simple but still pack a punch.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bass Guitars
Got questions about finding the right bass guitar? You’re not the only one. Here are some quick answers to help you get started and keep your groove tight.
Are acoustic bass guitars loud enough without an amp?
They’ll project more than an unplugged electric, but usually not enough for a band setting. Most players still plug their acoustic bass guitar into an amp for gigs.
How often should I change bass strings?
If you play a lot, every few months keeps your tone fresh. If you like a darker, more mellow sound, you can stretch it longer.
Do I need an amp to play a bass guitar at home?
Technically no, but without an amp you’ll barely hear the low end. Even a small practice amp will let your bass shine and make your practice sessions feel way more legit.
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