Define Your Low End. Is your 5-string bass losing clarity on the low B-string? The M-Tone 5-String P-Bass Pickup is designed for modern power and full-range articulation. Using Alnico 5 magnets and a hot 10.5kΩ wind, it delivers tight lows, growling mids, and crisp highs — perfect for modern bassists demanding precision and punch. Machine-wound in the Philippines for consistent performance, this pickup provides a gig-ready upgrade for today’s stage and studio players.
Key Features & Tonal Benefits
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Modern-Voiced Alnico 5 Magnets: Offers a tight low-end with aggressive attack and growling midrange character.
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Hot 10.5kΩ Output Wind: Increased output and sensitivity for clear, powerful response — especially on the low B-string.
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Hum-Canceling Split-Coil Design: Delivers classic P-Bass tone without the 60-cycle hum.
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Optimized for 5-String Bass: Balanced volume and clarity across all strings, including extended low range.
Technical Specifications
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Magnet Type: Alnico 5
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DC Resistance: ~10.5kΩ
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Wiring: 2-Conductor Cloth Push-Back Wire
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Configuration: 5-String Split-Coil Humbucking
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Position: Middle (P-Bass)
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Cover: Black
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Potting: Fully wax-potted for stability and feedback control
Wiring Legend
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Hot: White
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Ground: Black
Ideal For
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Upgrading stock pickups in Fender, Squier, or 5-string P-Bass models
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Players seeking a modern, high-output bass tone
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Rock, metal, funk, gospel, and R&B genres
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DIY bass builders wanting professional-grade tone on a budget
Package Includes
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M-Tone 5-String P-Bass Pickup (2-piece split-coil)
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Mounting Screws
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Mounting Foam/Springs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Q: Will this fit my 5-string Squier or Fender P-Bass?
A: Yes. It’s built to standard 5-string Precision Bass dimensions for direct replacement. -
Q: Is this pickup hum-canceling?
A: Yes. The split-coil humbucking design eliminates unwanted noise. -
Q: How does it handle the low B-string?
A: Engineered with a hot wind and Alnico 5 magnets for tight, articulate low-end definition without muddiness. -
Q: What potentiometers and capacitors should I use?
A: Recommended setup: 250kΩ pots and a 0.047μF capacitor for optimal tone. -
Q: Is this pickup wax-potted?
A: Yes. It’s fully wax-potted for maximum reliability and noise control.
Warranty & Support
Your M-Tone pickups are backed by a worry-free guarantee:
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7-Day Replacement Warranty – For any factory defects
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30-Day Satisfaction Exchange – Not the right tone? We’ll swap it
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2-Year Limited Warranty – Covers repair and performance under normal use
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Repair & Rewinding Services – Discounted rates for Montances customers
M-Tone: Gig-Ready Tone, Everyday Value
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Built for the Gig. Priced for the Player. Ready for any stage, at a working musician’s price.
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Precision-Wound for Flawless Consistency. Machine-wound for perfectly balanced, articulate sound.
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Quality Components. Punchy, Musical Tone. Designed with globally sourced materials to meet strict tonal standards.
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The Smart Upgrade. No Compromises. Professional performance, reliability, and value in one affordable package.
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.

