Aguilar BASS PICKUP JAZZ BASS BASS YEARS 70 KIT 4 STRINGS
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A Faithful Tribute to 1970s Jazz Bass Pickups
Jazz Bass enthusiasts know that pickups from the 1970s differ significantly from those of the 1960s. While the "60's" often favor roundness, the "70's" feature a more pronounced brightness, a more "piercing" edge, and increased presence, particularly appreciated in slap, funk, and R&B. This Aguilar kit follows this tradition by aiming for that typical grain, capable of shifting from a sharp, percussive sound to a broader, more musical range.
For Whom and Which Styles?
This 4-string kit is designed for bassists wanting to recapture the 70's Jazz Bass tonal aesthetic: clear attacks, rich harmonics, and immediate definition. It suits both clean, dynamic grooves and more aggressive contexts where the bass needs to remain audible without losing body. References like Geddy Lee's edgy rock or Marcus Miller's refined jazz/funk perfectly illustrate the spirit of this type of pickup: character, responsiveness, and a distinctive signature.
Vintage-Inspired Design, Built for Consistency
The 1970s saw many variations in winding and materials, explaining the diversity of "70's" sounds found on vintage instruments. To approach this reality, Aguilar relied on several pickups from different years as sonic references, then conducted extensive listening sessions and prototyping. The result: a kit designed to reproduce the sought-after blend of brightness and depth, with a dynamic response that highlights playing, nuances, and rhythmic placement.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive |
| Category | kit |
| Instrument | 4-string bass |
| Magnet | alnico V |
| Number of conductors | 1 |
| Position | handle, bridge |
| Color | Black |
| Tonal goal | bright and deep, with good definition |
Questions frequently asked
Aguilar Jazz Bass 70's Kit 4 Strings: what sound does it provide?
The design targets the 1970s Jazz Bass tone, featuring pronounced brightness and depth. The alnico V magnets contribute to a defined response, suitable for clear attacks.
Are these pickups suitable for a 5-string bass?
The kit is specifically designed for a 4-string bass.
Does the Aguilar 70's kit work with passive electronics?
The stated electronics are passive. Each pickup has a single conductor, in line with the kit's specifications.
For which playing styles is this Jazz Bass 70's kit intended?
The targeted tones are suited for slap, funk, and R&B thanks to their presence and percussive character. Energetic rock associated with Geddy Lee is also referenced. The precise jazz/funk style of Marcus Miller likewise illustrates this tonal aesthetic.
Does the kit include a neck and a bridge pickup?
The configuration covers both neck and bridge positions. The specified finish is black.



