Fender Pure Vintage '74 Jazz Bass Pickup Set Black – Vintage Sound, Modern Reliability

This pickup set captures the classic voice of the 1974 Jazz Bass, producing low-end warmth and an unmistakable midrange growl for funk, rock, and soul. For those transforming a standard J Bass into a vintage powerhouse, the hand-accurate construction and tone-focused design deliver exceptional results. Period-correct materials recreate original-era Jazz Bass character, making it a direct fit for restoration or custom upgrades.

Standout Features for Tone Enthusiasts

Shellac potting stands out for its enhanced feedback control, keeping harmonics lively. The use of period-accurate cloth wire and fiber bobbin construction matches 1970s production, ensuring both authentic looks and tone.

Electronics That Shape Your Signature Tone

Every detail is tailored for tonal clarity and expressive dynamics. Hand-wound enamel-coated magnet wire and moderate output provide the signature Jazz Bass snap and punch. Alnico 5 magnets help focus the midrange, offering articulation for fingerstyle and slap players alike.

• Magnet Type: Alnico 5 — brings out definition and presence in your playing
• Magnet Wire: Enamel-coated — ensures vintage tonal warmth
• DC Resistance: Neck: 7.8 kΩ, Bridge: 8.3 kΩ — delivers balanced output and classic response

Construction Details for Authentic Performance

Flush-mount polepieces and fiber bobbins, just like the originals, guarantee even string response and visual accuracy. With shellac potting controlling unwanted feedback, the vintage vibe remains intact.

• Bobbin Material: Fiber — period-correct for historic accuracy
• Lead Wire: Cloth-covered — supports traditional wiring techniques
• Shellac potting is applied to reduce microphonics and protect the windings, ensuring long-term reliability.

Modern Versatility with Classic Tone

Although voiced for the 1970s, these pickups excel in a variety of genres and performance settings. Moderate output and strong mids ensure the sound cuts through in live mixes while preserving vintage warmth for studio use. Black pickup covers are included for a sleek appearance.

• Cover Color: Black — suits most Jazz Bass aesthetics
• Output: Moderate — adaptable for multiple genres and amps
• This set contains both neck and bridge pickups, ready for installation in your instrument.