Why it's best: Fans of Hammon Dark Star and Hanson Chi-Sonic single-coils should check out SGD Series 3 humbuckers. They have comparable warmth, depth and clarity—without the hum! And they're priced very competitively.... Read Full Review
Why it's a best pick: Nordstrand pickups are the first choice of many builders of custom bass guitars. Their Big Split is a split-coil pickup (side by side) with a broad frequency range, giving it a big, full sound.... Read Full Review
Why it's a best pick: If the sound of your MusicMan bass isn't all you feel it should be, Duncan has reissued the original bridge humbucker of the 1970s. It works with both active and passive systems, just like the original.... Read Full Review
Why it's a best pick: The Rio Grande Pitbull humbucker is a great choice for basses with Gibson-style pickup rings. Its fat tone and high output could really beef up the sound of some of those old import basses from the '60s and '70s.... Read Full Review
Why it's a best pick: DiMarzio pioneered the after-market pickup industry, designing replacement pickups that went above and beyond original manufacturer specs. The Will Power DP145, adapted from their original Model 1, is an improvement on the Gibson Sidewinder pickup, with more emphasis on clarity and definition.... Read Full Review
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