Bartolini H65CBC-B 5-String Classic Bass H6 Soapbar Neck Pickup

Bartolini H65CBC-B 5-String Classic Bass H6 Soapbar Neck Pickup

The Bartolini H65CBC-B is the neck-position version of Bartolini's Classic Bass H6 soapbar, combining a rich, deep fundamental with high-end clarity, warmth, and excellent articulation. Its passive dual-coil humbucking design makes it a versatile upgrade for 5-string basses using this popular H6 pickup shape.

The matching H65CBC-T bridge pickup is also available separately in our Reverb store.

DESCRIPTION

The Bartolini H65CBC-B Classic Bass soapbar has a rich, deep voice with plenty of high-end clarity and warmth. When you dig in, it responds with a growly character; with a lighter touch, it stays clear and sweet. Its extended frequency response and strong articulation also make the Classic Bass series well suited for slap and pop playing.

The H65CBC-B is a 5-string H6 soapbar designed as an upgrade for Ibanez® BTB and SR basses using BH-1 or MK-2 shape pickups. It is a passive dual-coil humbucking pickup and can work with the existing electronics in most basses.

This listing is specifically for the H65CBC-B neck pickup. If you're building a complete set, we also stock the matching H65CBC-T bridge pickup separately in our Reverb store. The neck and bridge versions are designed to balance well together.

DIMENSIONS & FIT

Position: Neck
Shape: H6 5-String Soapbar
Length: 4.94" [125.5mm]
Width: 1.15" [29.2mm]
Thickness: 0.71-0.81" [18-20.6mm]
Additional Cable Clearance: 0.15" [3.8mm]

Mounting: 2 holes on the bass end and 1 hole on the treble end for #4 pan head screws.

Pickup dimensions and routes can vary between instruments. Please compare these dimensions with your existing pickup and pickup route before ordering.

TECHNICAL

Model: H65CBC-B
Position: Neck
String Count: 5
Pickup Type: Passive Dual-Coil Humbucker
Coil Structure: Dual Parallel Humbucking
Cable Type: 4-Conductor Cable with shield and bare drain
DC Resistance: ~3.9KΩ each coil
Resonant Frequency: ~4.9kHz
Sensing Width: 2.99" [76mm] Max

Magnetic Circuit: 2 types of precision CNC milled carbon steel, brass, and copper powered by ceramic (ferrite) magnets projected for focused aperture.

Coil Polarity: Neck coil South and Bridge coil North.

WIRING

The H65CBC-B uses a 4-conductor cable with shield and bare drain, providing flexibility when integrating the pickup into your bass.

Refer to the Bartolini H65CBC wiring diagram for complete installation and wiring information.

WHAT IS THE TONE OF THE BARTOLINI H65CBC-B?

Bartolini Classic Bass soapbars have a rich, deep voice with plenty of high-end clarity and warmth. When you dig in, they respond with a growly character. Pull back and they become clear and sweet. They also retain the articulation needed for slap and pop playing.

The Classic Bass voice maintains a strong low end while providing the clarity and definition that make it particularly well suited to progressive, jazz, gospel, metal, and other styles where articulation is important.

Compared with Bartolini's more traditional voicings, the Classic Bass series is a great choice for players looking for a versatile pickup that can cover a wide variety of music while retaining the warmth and low-end response associated with Bartolini.

As always, descriptions of pickup tone are generalizations. Your experience can vary depending on your instrument, strings, electronics, amplification, setup, and playing style.

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We specialize in bass pickups, preamps, electronics, and other tone-shaping gear. If you have questions about fitment, wiring, or choosing the right Bartolini pickup for your bass, send us a message and we'll be happy to help.