Modern Jazz Bass Tone. Tight, Clear, and Ready for Any Gig.
Upgrade your bass with the Montances Jazz Bass Modern Pickup Set, engineered for today’s versatile bass players. Whether you play fingerstyle, slap, or pick, this set delivers punchy mids, defined lows, and a responsive top-end that cuts through any mix—live or in the studio.
Designed for modern performance while staying rooted in classic Jazz Bass® feel, these pickups bring clarity, output, and tone shaping suited for contemporary music styles like gospel, fusion, funk, and rock. Available for 4-string and 5-string Jazz Bass® guitars.
Designed and handcrafted in the Philippines.
Key Features & Benefits
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Modern-Voiced Alnico V Magnets: – Delivers a tight low end and rich mids with just enough treble sparkle—balanced and articulate across the fingerboard.
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Optimized Output for Clarity: – Higher DCR values (Neck 8.3kΩ, Bridge 9.7kΩ) provide stronger output and greater touch sensitivity without losing vintage warmth.
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Available for 4-String & 5-String: – Tailored spacing and output levels for both standard and extended-range players, ensuring perfect string alignment.
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Vintage-Style Cloth Wires: – Reliable, high-quality cloth push-back wires are easy to work with and add a boutique touch to your build.
Technical Specifications
4 Strings
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Configuration: SS (Jazz Bass Set)
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Magnets: Alnico V
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Wiring: Vintage Cloth Push-Back
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Flatwork: Fiberboard
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Pole Piece Spacing: Neck 62.5mm, Bridge 65.0mm
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DC Resistance: Neck 8.3kΩ, Bridge 9.7kΩ (approx.)
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Style / Cover: Black Open-Coil
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Handcrafted: In the Philippines
5 Strings
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Configuration: SS (Neck, Bridge), Passive Single Coil Pickups
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Flatwork: Fiberboard
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Magnets: Alnico V
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Wires: Cloth Push-Back
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DCR Reading:
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Neck: 10.0k
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Middle: 11.9k
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Pole piece spacing:
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Neck: 73.6mm
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Bridge: 76.9mm
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Options Available:
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Position: Neck | Bridge | Full Set
Wiring & Setup Guide
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Wiring Color Code:
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White: Hot
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Black: Ground
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Recommended Setup:
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Pots: 250kΩ
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Tone Capacitor: 0.047μF
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Ideal For
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Modern Jazz Bass® players needing a tighter low-end and more output
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Session musicians, gigging pros, and worship bassists
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Players upgrading stock pickups for clarity and balance
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Funk, Fusion, Gospel, and Rock genres
Package Includes
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1x Montances Modern Jazz Bass Pickup(s) (as ordered)
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High-quality mounting screws and foam
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Wiring diagram link: montancesguitarwiring.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Will these fit my Fender Jazz Bass®?
A: Yes, these are compatible with most Jazz Bass®-style guitars. We recommend confirming your spacing and rout dimensions for the best results.
Q: What’s the tonal difference compared to vintage versions?
A: This modern set has a fuller midrange and higher output, ideal for genres needing more punch and presence, whereas our vintage models are warmer with a softer attack.
Q: Are they noiseless?
A: No. These are traditional, high-clarity single coils. We recommend shielding your bass's control cavity for optimal noise reduction.
Q: Can I order only one pickup?
A: Yes, but we highly recommend a matched set for proper phase, polarity, and tonal balance.
Montances Custom Pickups — Where Boutique Tone Meets Filipino Craftsmanship
Trusted by professional players, builders, and tone chasers, every pickup is handcrafted with passion, precision, and artistry. We build boutique tone designed to inspire your playing.
Warranty & Support
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7-Day Replacement: For any factory defects.
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30-Day Satisfaction Exchange: Not the right tone? Swap it for another model.
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2-Year Limited Warranty: Covers repair and performance under normal use.
Montances Pickup Mastery
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Crafted for the Discerning Player: We use only the finest U.S.-grade materials. Montances pickups embody tone, precision, and artistry—crafted without compromise.
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Proprietary Winding Technique: Our signature process minimizes winding capacitance, resulting in extra tonal clarity and improved high-frequency response.
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Trusted by Masters: Leading Filipino guitarists and luthiers rely on Montances for exceptional tone and consistency.
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Where Science Meets Soul: Precision engineering combined with deep musical intuition brings our pickups to life.
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Your Experience, Elevated: We offer exceptional craftsmanship, personalized support, and perfection in every detail.