Whether you're seeking vintage vibes, new-vintage tones, or modern sonic possibilities, there's a pickup out there for you. Whichever path you choose, upgrading your 5-string bass with the right pickups opens up a world of sonic exploration and personalization.

Aside from the Precision Bass, Fender’s Jazz bass became one of the most widely used electric basses ever since it was released in the early '60s...And if you’ve ever played one, you begin to understand why the J Bass has such a strong grasp on the electric bass market. 

In 1957, Fender introduced the first mass-production split-coil hum-canceling pickup in the Precision Bass. And ever since, hum-canceling bass pickups have been a staple in the industry. Before that, the electric bass hummed...Why? 

Ever looked at your bass and thought, "I love you, but is there a way to make you sound way better?" 

You’re not alone.

As an electric instrument, a bass relies on its pickups to transform its string vibrations into electrical currents that can then be amplified to create the sounds that we all love.