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Which Jazz Puckups

Discussion in 'Pickups & Electronics [BG]' started by pshep68, Jul 10, 2013.

  1. Jul 10, 2013 #1
    pshep68

    pshep68

    Sep 21, 2006
    I am having a difficult time choosing replacement pickups for my Fender American jazz. I use Ampeg amps (SVT, 3 Pro and 7 Pro) and a 610 Ampeg cab and Eden 410XLT ... I often find that my sound often gets muddy when I play live. I do like a warm, fat, full sound in the comfort of my practice room. However, I have never been able to reproduce this sound. I have tried adjusting the preamps of my amps when playing live and have often found that I have to sacrifice too much bottom end ... resulting in a tone that I am totally unhappy with. There are so many replacement jazz pups. I have read tonnes of reviews here on TB. It has gotten to the point where, the more I read, the more confused as to which pup to go with. Can you folks suggest some particular pups and tell me why they are a good choice. Your help would be greatly appreciated.
     
  2. Jul 10, 2013 #2
    Bent77

    Bent77 Supporting Member

    Mar 6, 2013
    Desert, Colorado
    This is so subjective based upon your strings, style, wood,...

    I like Duncans, using a hotter (Q#) in the bridge to balance the outputs some. It's not perfect at home but seems to mix well. Band mates seem to appreciate.

    Call Duncan, they are pretty decent to deal with
     
  3. Jul 10, 2013 #3
    TN WOODMAN

    TN WOODMAN

    Jan 31, 2011
    Smyrna, Tennessee.
    Di Marzio Js . Original formula . Tried and true.
     
  4. Jul 12, 2013 #4
    M_hubbert

    M_hubbert

    Apr 3, 2013
    Alabama
    You may have to try a couple of different sets to find what your looking for. Is there a certain style of tone you're going for?
     
  5. Jul 12, 2013 #5
    seang15

    seang15

    Aug 28, 2008
    Cary NC
    DiMarzio J's are the "Original Formula?" Aren't they humbuckers, hence completely opposite of original formula?

    :confused:
     
  6. Jul 12, 2013 #6
    TonyP-

    TonyP- Excuse me but you have your I-IV-V in my II-V-I Gold Supporting Member

    Aug 21, 2003
    Boston Mass
    A-Designs Mike Lull GK Tsunami Cables GHS Strings RMI Basswitch Nordstrand Pickups Darkglass
    +1

    Good sounding pickups but not like traditional singles.

    To the OP check out the J pickups sticky.
     
  7. Jul 12, 2013 #7
    dwjazz54

    dwjazz54

    Jan 21, 2003
    Jersey City, NJ
    ^^^THIS^^^

    I agree that the Model J's a an excellent choice, but based upon what little specific information is in the original post - namely the concern that your tone is getting "muddy" - I have to say I'm really pleased with the Bartolini 9J1 set I have in my Jazz. The tone is very even across the strings, and the low end is more focused while still providing plenty of "oomph".

    However, the do NOT sound like traditional single coil pickups. Fine for me, maybe not for you.
     
  8. Jul 12, 2013 #8
    TonyP-

    TonyP- Excuse me but you have your I-IV-V in my II-V-I Gold Supporting Member

    Aug 21, 2003
    Boston Mass
    A-Designs Mike Lull GK Tsunami Cables GHS Strings RMI Basswitch Nordstrand Pickups Darkglass
  9. Jul 12, 2013 #9
    39-Bassist

    39-Bassist

    Jul 7, 2010
    Florida
    Endorsing Artist for: Duncan Pickups; Line6, Hipshot, GHS Strings, Somnium Guitars
    I have put Duncan STK-J's in my Jazz basses and the sound great...w/no hum....just a thought...
     
  10. Jul 12, 2013 #10
    highway

    highway

    Aug 20, 2008
    model j or bill lawrence
     
  11. Jul 12, 2013 #11
    TN WOODMAN

    TN WOODMAN

    Jan 31, 2011
    Smyrna, Tennessee.
    Apology for earlier mislead-I meant original formula Di Marzio-not newer versions: area j or ultra j.(personal preference)

    For true Fender single coil original non humbucking style I'd go with Fender CS, Fralin or Lollar.
     
  12. Jul 12, 2013 #12
    TonyP-

    TonyP- Excuse me but you have your I-IV-V in my II-V-I Gold Supporting Member

    Aug 21, 2003
    Boston Mass
    A-Designs Mike Lull GK Tsunami Cables GHS Strings RMI Basswitch Nordstrand Pickups Darkglass
    Nordstrand nails the best of it with it being more even then any pickup I have heard from the at time period.
     
  13. Aug 14, 2013 #13
    twspalm

    twspalm

    Feb 5, 2009
    Keller, Texas
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    ^^^THIS^^^

    Concur with above assessment. Just installed a set in my American Jazz Special. Great tone, no hum, right price. Really
    recommended !