Seymour Duncan SCPB-3 Quarter Pound Single Coil Pickup For P-Bass

The SCPB-3 Quarter Pound delivers punchy, articulate single-coil character with notably higher output than vintage P-Bass pickups. Hand-built in Santa Barbara, this pickup combines classic single-coil clarity with enough gain to cut through a mix without sacrificing definition or low-end response. It's engineered for players seeking true single-coil performance with modern presence and aggression.

Tone & Output Profile

With an 11.81 kΩ DC resistance and 4.5 kHz resonant peak, the SCPB-3 emphasizes upper midrange articulation while maintaining solid low-end foundation. The 6/8/8 EQ curve (Bass/Mids/Treble) positions this as a high-output single-coil that balances aggressive presence with usable tonal flexibility across genres.

Design & Construction

Hand-wound and vacuum wax potted for durability, the SCPB-3 uses .25" Alnico V rod magnets paired with Forbon flatwork for consistent magnetic field and reduced noise. The single conductor PVC cable integrates cleanly into most P-Bass control cavities without modification.

Key Features

• DC Resistance (Bridge): 11.81 kΩ
• Resonant Peak: 4.5 kHz
• Magnets: .25" Alnico V Rods
• EQ Curve: 6 Bass / 8 Mids / 8 Treble
• High-output true single-coil design
• Vacuum wax potted construction
• Alnico 5 rod magnets with Forbon flatwork
• Single conductor PVC cable
• Hand built in Santa Barbara, CA

The SCPB-3 delivers the clarity and snap of a single-coil with the output and punch modern bass players expect, making it a direct upgrade path for stock P-Bass pickups.