'62 pick-ups

[Shafty Magee]

Is there any difference between the Fender '62 replacement pick-ups and the ones that come standard on a Mexican-made P-bass? I'm trying to get a good vintage Fender sound.

[davidprice]

I don't know the difference between what's in the MIM P and if the Fender '62 or if it's different or not. If looking at other options, while I'm sure you'd get lots of different opinions - and there are great options with the Fralins, Lollars and others - I can say I had a Duncan Antiquity in a reissue P-bass and the pickup sounded very, very close to the original in my '59.

[spiltcoil]

They will be a big improvement. The Fralins will be an even bigger one.

[wooj]

and quite a difference in price
the '62 pickups are available for $60
whereas the Fralins are $140 !!!
all depends on what you're willing to pay
i think the Fender original pickups are great
and sound fantastic as an upgrade to the stock ones
i did it in my old MIM p bass
i wanted Nordstrand NP4 or Fralins
but can't afford the price tag right now
maybe some day !

[Rocky McD]

The Fender "Originals" sometimes refered to as 62's , are the only Fender replacements that are readily available through aftermarket dealears. They have been well regarded as excellent, especially for the low price.
Rocky

[Willicious]

another option in the $60-70 range is this SD.

i've not used it personally, but i've seen it recommended on here numerous times.

i've got a lollar in my P, and it definitely nails the classic P sound, but I agree, the boutique pickups are pretty spendy.

good luck
will