Seymour Duncan Pickup for Tele Bass '51 Custom Shop Black
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Seymour Duncan
https://www.seymourduncan.com
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Background and Positioning
From the Custom Shop, this pickup revives the character of Fender's first bass pickup from 1951 while updating it. The goal: to preserve the vintage "original P-Bass" tone while adding a noiseless design and modern stability for both studio and stage use.
Who This Pickup Is For
Ideal for rock, blues, country, or funk bassists who want the Tele '51 tone with minimal noise. Perfect as an upgrade for a Telecaster Bass/Precision '51, for luthiers and musicians demanding natural dynamics and clear reproduction.
Technical specifications
| Electronics | Passive | Number of conductors | 4 |
| Category | bass microphone | Position | middle |
| Instrument | 4-string bass | Resistance | 28.9 KILOHM |
| Applications | rock, blues, Country, Funk | Color | Black |
| Magnet | alnico V | Colours | Black |
| Winding | stack | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this pickup compatible with a 4-string bass like the Telecaster Bass/Precision '51?
Designed for a 4-string bass, this pickup serves as an upgrade for Telecaster Bass and Precision '51 models. Its indicated position is in the middle.
What sound character does the Seymour Duncan Micro Tele Bass '51 Custom Shop Black produce?
The sought-after character reproduces the tone of the original 1951 P-Bass. The Alnico V magnet aims for clear output and natural dynamics.
Is the Tele '51 Custom Shop pickup quiet?
The stacked coil winding is combined with a noise-cancelling design to reduce hum. This construction updates the vintage character for both studio and stage use.
What is the resistance of this Seymour Duncan bass pickup?
The specified resistance is 28.9 kΩ. Four-conductor wiring is provided.
For which styles is this black pickup suitable?
The indicated applications cover rock, blues, country, and funk. Its passive electronics fit within a traditional bass setup.



