Seymour Duncan ASB-5N Active Soapbar 5-String Neck Pickup
The ASB-5N captures balanced, articulate response across all five strings with its refined split-blade design and onboard active preamp. This neck pickup maintains clarity and definition in the lower register, making it ideal for 5-string bass recordings that demand consistent output and string-to-string balance without compromise.
Active Electronics & Power
Built with an onboard active preamp, this pickup requires battery power for operation. A single battery set provides approximately 1,000 continuous hours of runtime, translating to roughly four months of regular use before replacement is necessary.
Design & Compatibility
The split-blade internal design ensures even response across all strings while the moderate output level integrates well with most bass electronics and amplification chains. This model serves as a direct replacement for traditional Bartolini P2 configurations and ships complete with mounting and wiring hardware for straightforward installation.
Key Features
- Active neck “soapbar” pickup for 5-string bass
- Moderate output level
- Split-blade design for string-to-string balance
- Onboard active preamp
- Approximately 1,000 continuous hours battery life per set
- Direct replacement for Bartolini P2
- Mounting hardware included
- Wiring hardware included
The ASB-5N combines Seymour Duncan’s engineering with practical active electronics, offering a reliable neck pickup solution for tracking and mixing 5-string bass with improved articulation and balanced response.
