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Post subject: Fender Jazz Bass SUPER 55 Pickups
Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 3:43 am
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I didn't see too much information on these pickups so I thought I'd share some pictures of the set I picked up. I haven't been able to test them out because the bass they are in is not finished being put together.... enjoy.

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Post subject: Re: Fender Jazz Bass SUPER 55 Pickups
Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 7:04 am
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Thanks for the photos,...give up an update with your opinion of them when your bass is put back together..... :)


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Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 7:32 am
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Hmmmm, very curious. Are they supposed to give a Precision split pick-up sound in a Jazz p'up configuration??? Excellent photos! Hope they sound as good as they look! :)

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Post subject: Re: Fender Jazz Bass SUPER 55 Pickups
Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 8:49 am
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Pictures are too big! :!:


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Post subject: Re: Fender Jazz Bass SUPER 55 Pickups
Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 8:52 am
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linnin wrote:
Are they supposed to give a Precision split pick-up sound in a Jazz p'up configuration???


Here's the description:

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Fender® Super 55 Split-Coil pickups deliver a state-of-the-art Noiseless™ humbucking sound in an iconic single-coil Fender configuration that will supercharge the sound of your Jazz Bass®. Wound with two separate linear coils, each pickup is voiced to deliver the signature tone of a single-coil pickup with slightly hotter output. This coil design also produces additional responsiveness and quiet operation not found in typical pickups. Alnico 5 magnets give these pickups a smooth and balanced sound, making them highly versatile for all types of music and playing styles. This amazing new design pairs modern technology with authentically classic Fender sound and looks.


These pickups were supposed to replace the N3s on the American Deluxe series in 2012.


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Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 8:58 am
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Great pics. Thanks for sharing. Keep us posted on how they sound.

Do you know if they make them for 5 strings? I'm considering replacing the pups in my Squier VM V.

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Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 11:20 am
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chromeface wrote:
Pictures are too big! :!:


I fixed the images for people with tiny monitors.... :mrgreen:


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Post subject: Re: Fender Jazz Bass SUPER 55 Pickups
Posted: Sun Jan 20, 2013 9:37 am
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I find a lot of companies make split coils for jazz and dimarzio was the first I think. Nordstrand got on the bandwagon and I played an incredible set of Lakland split coils. IMHO they sound great and can't wait to try these. Where can u get them?


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Posted: Sun Jan 20, 2013 10:07 am
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You Can purchase them through this Fender link :
http://www.fender.com/en-CA/accessories ... s-pickups/
Or Contact your local music store & ask them if they can order a set of Fender Jazz Bass Super 55 pickups for you....... :)


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Posted: Sun Jan 20, 2013 11:39 am
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I've heard reports from customers encountering issues with the Super 55s.

There's no doubt the pickups are defective.


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Posted: Sun Jan 20, 2013 2:14 pm
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Not read or heard of problems with those snd would expect to see that info in this forum. Hopefully some users will provide feedback.


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Posted: Sun Jan 20, 2013 10:41 pm
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I haven't heard any negative reviews regarding the Super 55 pickups,... only comparisons to Dimarzio Ultra Jazz pickups, check out this You Tube demo of the Super 55 pickups & a tread on Talkbass,( where PBASSTONE has also shared photos of the Super 55 Pickups)..... I say try these pickups, get them installed at music store that's also recognized as a Fender dealer with certified Fender guitar techs that way they'll be under warranty & if you do have an issue with them you can bring your Bass back to the shop to get any issues remedied ...........

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1IuLv-198w
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f38/fende ... ps-942407/
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f38/fende ... ps-872478/


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Posted: Mon Jan 21, 2013 2:15 am
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Post subject: Re: Fender Jazz Bass SUPER 55 Pickups
Posted: Mon Jan 21, 2013 8:54 am
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Another pic from the talkbass thread of under the pickup cover showing the two side by side coils. I opted for the Lakland vintage 4 split coils before I even heard of these pickups and love the sound. Preferred them over the area J dimarzio split coils and the nordstrands as well although all are good pickups as I'm sure these are. I agree the wiring makes them look very EMG-ish.

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Posted: Mon Jan 21, 2013 9:48 am
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mikecd1 wrote:
Another pic from the talkbass thread of under the pickup cover showing the two side by side coils. I opted for the Lakland vintage 4 split coils before I even heard of these pickups and love the sound. Preferred them over the area J dimarzio split coils and the nordstrands as well although all are good pickups as I'm sure these are. I agree the wiring makes them look very EMG-ish.


Yes I also thought the wiring makes them look EMG-ish.... If I were currently in need of a pickup change on one of my Jazz basses I'd definately give the Super 55's a go......... :)


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