Modern Punch. Tight Lows. Aggressive Clarity.
Designed for bassists who want modern tone with bold output, the Montances Music Man-Style 5-String Humbucker delivers tight low-end, snappy mids, and articulate highs. Built with a powerful ceramic magnet core, this pickup is engineered for players seeking clarity, definition, and cut—whether for slap, fingerstyle, or pick attack.
Ideal for StingRay-style basses or custom 5-string builds, this pickup drops in as a high-performance upgrade, providing a focused, aggressive voice that cuts through any mix.
Designed and handcrafted in the Philippines.
Key Features & Benefits
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Modern Ceramic Magnet Voicing: – Delivers tight, focused lows, punchy mids, and cutting highs. Ideal for modern funk, rock, and aggressive styles.
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Hand-Wound for Dynamic Tone: – Wound in small batches for a balanced frequency response, tonal consistency, and a responsive feel.
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5-String Music Man-Style Fit: – Built with standard mounting dimensions for a drop-in upgrade on most StingRay-type basses and modern 5-string builds.
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Modern Output, Vintage Build: – Features fiberboard flatwork and cloth push-back wires, combining vintage-correct materials with a modern, high-output design.
Technical Specifications
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Configuration: 5-String Humbucker (Music Man-Style)
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Magnets: Ceramic
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Wiring: Cloth Push-Back Wire
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Flatwork: Fiberboard
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Pole Piece Spacing: Standard 5-String MM Spacing
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DC Resistance: 9.5kΩ (approx.)
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Style / Cover: Black Open-Coil
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Handcrafted: In the Philippines
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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(Contact us for 4-conductor or custom wiring options)
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Recommended Setup:
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Pots: 500kΩ
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Tone Capacitor: 0.047μF
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(Note: This is a passive pickup and can be used with or without an active preamp.)
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Ideal For
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Modern Funk, Rock, and aggressive styles
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Bass players seeking a modern, powerful, and articulate tone
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Upgrading StingRay® or other MM-style basses
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Custom 5-string builders
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Session players needing tight response and clarity
Package Includes
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1x Montances Modern 5-String MM-Style Pickup
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High-quality mounting screws and hardware
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Wiring diagram link: montancesguitarwiring.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Will this fit a 5-string Music Man or StingRay bass?
A: Yes, this pickup follows standard 5-string Music Man-style dimensions. If you're unsure, message us with your current pickup's measurements.
Q: How does it sound?
A: Expect a modern, aggressive voice—tight lows, defined mids, and crisp highs. It cuts through the mix and works great in both active or passive basses.
Q: Is this passive or active?
A: This is a passive pickup. It can be wired directly to your pots (passive) or used as the source for an active preamp system.
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.