Description
The JV55CBJD1 is Bartolini’s Classic Bass series voiced for the American Fit routing — the narrower cavity spacing that’s become the norm on modern 5-string J-Style basses built to American Standard length but Standard-width dimensions. If your bass falls into that increasingly common category, these drop straight in with zero routing required.
Dual in-line coil construction means true hum cancellation, whether you’re running both pickups together or soloing the neck or bridge alone — no compromise tone-shaping tricks needed to kill 60-cycle noise. The narrower apertures sharpen note definition and push treble response upward without tipping into ice-pick territory, so digging in rewards you with grit and growl while a lighter touch stays glassy and refined. Slap and pop players get plenty of headroom to work with too.
Because they’re passive, installation is straightforward in most existing bass wiring — no active preamp or extra battery compartment required. That makes this set a smart move for players who want a genuine tonal upgrade without tearing into a full electronics overhaul. The build is sweat-resistant and mechanically quiet, so you won’t get crackle or thump from stage sweat, string contact, or an overzealous soundcheck.
- Fits American Fit routing (AS length, Standard width) — direct upgrade, no routing needed
- Dual in-line coil design, hum-cancelling in any pickup selection
- Passive, drop-in compatible with most existing J-Bass wiring
- Neck and bridge set, balanced output between the two
Widely used by jazz, gospel, metal, and progressive players who need articulation to survive complex, fast-moving lines, the JV55CBJD1 set is built for basses that need to speak clearly no matter the genre.
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