Description
Nordstrand’s NJ4 set chases the vintage J-bass sound the way it was originally made: Heavy Formvar wire wound over Alnico V magnets, just like the era-correct pickups from the 60s. Rather than a straightforward machine wind, Nordstrand uses a simulated hand-wound pattern that pulls the resonant peak down slightly, trading a bit of harsh top-end sizzle for a high end that’s present without being brittle.
The result is a full, even voice across all four strings, with the characteristic snap and low-mid grind that made those early Jazz Basses so recognizable. It’s not a hyped or scooped modern take — it’s the real vintage flavor, delivered with consistent output between the two pickups so your blend stays balanced no matter where you set the knobs.
Features
- Sold as a matched set
- Includes one bridge (long) pickup and one neck (short) pickup
- Direct replacement for American Fender Jazz Bass and many other J-style basses
- Alnico V magnets with Heavy Formvar wire, hand-wound-style construction
- Passive design — drops right into most existing wiring and preamps
- Includes black covers
Whether you’re restoring a Jazz Bass to its original character or upgrading a project build, the NJ4 set gives you an authentic vintage foundation to build your tone around.
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