Seymour Duncan SSB-5NYCN NYC Passive Soapbar 5-String Neck Pickup

Seymour Duncan SSB-5NYCN NYC Passive Soapbar 5-String Neck Pickup

The NYC Passive Soapbar delivers the warm, articulate character that defined New York's bass scene, with a tight low end and defined midrange response. This neck pickup sits comfortably in the soapbar format, offering smooth string-to-string balance across a 5-string instrument. The exposed Alnico 2 pole pieces provide direct magnetic coupling to the strings, resulting in responsive dynamics and natural harmonic complexity.

Tone & Design

Built with a dual coil J-type design and Alnico 2 magnets, this pickup produces warm, punchy lows with articulate mids—ideal for fingerstyle and slap techniques. The 4.6 kΩ DC resistance balances output and clarity without excessive noise, delivering a professional passive tone that works across genre and playing style.

Installation & Versatility

The 4-conductor shielded cable enables three wiring modes, allowing you to voice the pickup to your rig's needs. This pickup fits the standard EMG 40 sized pickup rout, making it a straightforward retrofit for compatible 5-string bass instruments.

Key Features

• Magnet type: Alnico 2
• DC Resistance (Neck): 4.6 kΩ
• Dual coil J-type pickup design
• Double row of exposed Alnico 2 pole pieces
• 4-conductor shielded cable
• Three wiring mode capability
• Length: 4.026" (102.26 mm)
• Width: 1.516" (38.50 mm)
• Fits standard EMG 40 sized pickup rout
• Passive design
• Color: Black

The SSB-5NYCN combines Seymour Duncan's deep understanding of vintage bass tone with modern passive pickup engineering, delivering a reliable, great-sounding neck position for any 5-string bass demanding authenticity and punch.