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 is a refined choice for players prioritizing clarity and versatility across genres.

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 makes the pickup responsive to finger dynamics and aggressive pick attack, ideal for both fingerstyle precision and slap techniques.

Design & Installation

Measuring 3.5" × 1.5", this pickup fits any bass with a standard DC 40 rout, accommodating most modern instruments without modification. The four conductor cable supports three wiring modes—parallel, series, and single coil—giving you tonal flexibility to dial in the exact character your bass demands.

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.