THE '60s-JB. MAGNETO DESIGN LAB'S JAZZ BASS PICKUP.
The '60s-JB is our punchy, dynamic and beautiful sounding Jazz Bass set. The early '60s version comes with A2 magnets, Formvar wire, round tone, and a softer attack. The late '60s version of the '60s-JB comes with A5 magnets, Plain Enamel wire, and punchy mids with a bit more attack. They are also available in pre 2005 MIM sized sets, where both pickup bobbins are the same size. The '60s-JB, the perfect, beautiful sounding choice for your next upgrade or bass build.
The Sound: Punchy & Dynamic · Full & Clear · RWRP Noise-Canceling When Combined
The Materials: Vulcanized Fiberboard Flatwork · A2 & A5 Magnets · 42AWG Formvar & Plain Enamel Wire · Waxed Cotton Push Back Wire · Black Covers · Approx. 8.3k - 8.9k
The Construction: Early & Late '60s Specs · Lacquer-Dipped & Hand Wound Bobbins · RWRP Set · Flash Potted · Vintage "Flat" & Modern "Compensated" Stagger Available · Individually Handmade & Tested In North Carolina
“Stunning... It’s like the bass has found its voice! With your PuPs installed, I can make the instrument articulate beautifully and over a much wider tonal pallette. Deeply impressed...”