Fat Bass Tone
bâaxis J55JâL/Sâ18
DROP IN REPLACEMENT FOR FENDER AMERICAN STANDARDÂź 5 STRING
18MM AND 19MM STRING SPACINGS AVAILABLE - CHECK NOTES IN DESCRIPTION
ARTICULATE & PUNCHY WHILE RETAINING WARMTH
SPLIT COIL HUM-CANCELLING FOR QUIET PERFORMANCE
MADE IN THE USA
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b-axis Jazz pickups series feature a new and unique fully encapsulated Alnico V exposed pole design, and yet they are still fully shielded like all our enclosed pickups. The cable is shielded as well. b-axis Jazz BassÂź pickups are dual-inline hum-cancelling design for use in professional venues and studios. They are sweat-proof and wonât make nasty noises if you touch them.
b-axis pickups are super punchy and bright, but also warm. They have outstanding articulation, attack, and harmonic response. Musicians who play jazz, rock, country, gospel, and hip-hop are already finding their voice in b-axis pickups.
Available in balanced bridge and neck versions.
Typically, FenderÂź American Standard or Deluxe V Jazz BassÂź with a standard/original bridge will use the 19mm version.
FenderÂź American Standard or Deluxe V Jazz BassÂź with the upgraded/narrow bridge will use the 18mm version.
**With the above being said, PLEASE BE SURE to measure the string spacing at the bridge to ensure you order the correct version for your bass.
Artists: Amanda Rampe
OPEN BOX DEMO ITEM: There is one unit which was opened and installed exclusively for the purpose of making demo videos. This pickup was installed for less than thirty minutes here at the Fat Bass Tone shop.
Size (Neck):
4" [101.6mm] Long
0.77" [19.6mm] Wide
Size (Bridge):
4.14" [105.2mm] Long
0.77" [19.6mm] Wide
Bartolini b-axis J55J wiring diagram
Coil Structure:
Dual Inline Hum-killing
Cable Type:
Shielded Coaxial Hot Core
Magnetic Circuit:
Offset Alnico V pole magnets with controlled charge and copper, and aluminum field shaping
Neck bass coil North, Neck treble coil South, Bridge bass coil South, and Bridge treble coil North
b-axis J55J-S-19 - Neck
b-axis J55J-L-19 - Bridge
b-axis J55J-S-18 - Neck
b-axis J55J-L-18 - Bridge
These pickups sport a more percussive sound than most J bass pickups. They are bigger sounding, with a bridge pickup that has more output and is quite good sounding on its own. Sonically, quite special and unique.
Put on a good set of headphones and check out the audio demo below to hear it for yourself.
As always, keep in mind that these are generalizations. Your experience could be different depending on many factors.