M-Tone Precision Bass Pickups for 4-String – Alnico 5 | Modern Punch & Articulate Growl | Black Cover

Upgrade Your Tone with Classic P-Bass Power. The Heartbeat of the Band. Is your bass getting lost in the mix? The M-Tone P-Bass Pickup delivers the legendary punch and growl that defines great bass tone — now with enhanced modern clarity and output. Voiced with Alnico 5 magnets for a tight, aggressive response, it’s the ideal upgrade for rock, funk, and soul players seeking both vintage warmth and contemporary edge. Each pickup is machine-wound in the Philippines for flawless consistency, ensuring a powerful, gig-ready foundation for your sound.

Key Features & Tonal Benefits

• Modern-Voiced Alnico 5 Magnets: Strong, articulate attack with tight low-end and focused midrange growl for a punchy, modern tone.

• Balanced 8.8kΩ Output: Delivers powerful drive while maintaining vintage warmth and dynamic response.

• Hum-Canceling Split-Coil Design: Classic P-Bass tone with virtually no 60-cycle hum.

• Standard 4-String Fit: Direct solder-in replacement for most Fender, Squier, and other P-Bass-style instruments.

Technical Specifications

• Magnet Type: Alnico 5

• DC Resistance: ~8.8kΩ

• Wiring: 2-Conductor Cloth Push-Back Wire

• Configuration: 4-String Split-Coil Humbucking

• Position: Middle (P-Bass)

• Cover: Black

• Potting: Fully wax-potted for stability and feedback resistance

Wiring Legend

• Hot: White

• Ground: Black

Ideal For

• Upgrading stock pickups in Fender, Squier, or import P-Bass models

• Players seeking a modern, punchy P-Bass tone

• Genres like rock, funk, punk, soul, and pop

• DIY builders looking for a reliable, high-value workhorse pickup

Package Includes

• M-Tone P-Bass Pickup (2-piece split-coil)

• Mounting Screws

• Mounting Foam/Springs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: Will this fit my Squier or Fender P-Bass?
  A: Yes. This pickup is built to standard 4-string Precision Bass dimensions and serves as a direct drop-in replacement.

• Q: Is this pickup hum-canceling?
  A: Absolutely. The split-coil humbucking design eliminates 60-cycle hum while retaining that classic P-Bass tone.

• Q: How does this differ from a vintage P-Bass pickup?
  A: This version offers a hotter, punchier output with tighter lows and more aggressive mids due to its Alnico 5 magnets.

• Q: What potentiometers and capacitors should I use?
  A: For traditional P-Bass tone, use 250kΩ pots and a 0.047μF capacitor.

• Q: Is this pickup wax-potted?
  A: Yes. It’s fully wax-potted for feedback-free performance on stage and in the studio.

Warranty & Support

Your M-Tone pickups are backed by a worry-free guarantee:

• 7-Day Replacement Warranty – For any factory defects

• 30-Day Satisfaction Exchange – Not the right tone? We’ll swap it

• 2-Year Limited Warranty – Covers repair and performance under normal use

• Repair & Rewinding Services – Discounted rates for Montances customers

M-Tone: Gig-Ready Tone, Everyday Value

• Built for the Gig. Priced for the Player. Stage-ready performance and clarity every musician can afford.

• Precision-Wound for Flawless Consistency. Machine-wound for reliable, balanced, and articulate tone.

• Quality Components. Punchy, Musical Tone. Globally-sourced materials meeting M-Tone’s tonal and durability standards.

• The Smart Upgrade. No Compromises. Professional-grade tone and reliability at an unbeatable value.

About M-Tone

M-Tone Pickups are engineered and machine-wound in the Philippines to deliver quality tone at accessible prices. Designed for working musicians, builders, and tone enthusiasts, M-Tone products balance craftsmanship, reliability, and musicality — giving every guitarist access to studio-quality sound without the boutique price tag.