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Description
Introducing the DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups, a high-quality accessory that is specially designed to enhance your bass performance. This pickup boasts a hum-canceling design that ensures your tone cuts through the band without compromising on the much-needed low end. It's well-renowned for providing a gutsy mid-range which gives you that extra growl when you push your bass to the limits.
Designed to accurately reproduce the sound of your bass with added gain and punch, the DiMarzio Model P pickup is a game-changer for bassists looking for a tight mid-range punch. It pairs incredibly well with DiMarzio's J style pickups and is ideal for modern sounds and playing techniques.
Key Features:
- Hum-canceling, P-style bass pickup for clarity without loss of low end
- Black in color, a perfect match for any bass guitar
- Comes with a 4 Conductor Wiring for easy installation
- Features a Ceramic Magnet for superior sound quality
- Output mV: 163 for a balanced output
- DC Resistance: 11.54 Kohm for optimal performance
- Harmonizes very well with DiMarzio Model J or Ultra Jazz in the bridge position
- 2-Piece Bass Pick Up Set with higher output for an even more powerful drive
Product specs
| Type | Single-coil |
| Format | P-style |
| Active/Passive | Passive |
| Magnet Material | Ceramic |
| Number of Strings | 4 |
| Position | Middle |
| DC Resistance | 11.54K |
| Number of Conductors | 4 wire |
| Features | Split-coil |
FAQs
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Are the DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups hum-canceling?
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Yes, the DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups are designed with a split-coil configuration, which effectively cancels out hum, providing a clean and noise-free sound.
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What type of magnet is used in the DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups?
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The DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups use ceramic magnets, which contribute to their powerful and punchy sound output.
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Are the DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups suitable for a 4-string bass?
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Yes, the DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups are specifically designed for 4-string bass guitars, ensuring optimal performance and string coverage.
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What kind of tone can I expect from the DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups?
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The DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups deliver a warm, deep tone with plenty of midrange presence, making them ideal for rock, funk, and soul music styles.
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Do the DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups require a battery?
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No, the DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups are passive pickups and do not require a battery for operation.
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Features and functionality
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The DP122 pickups are described as hot and occupying a lot of sonic space, with a focus on lows and low mids.
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DiMarzio's official artist page for Billy Sheehan lists him as using these pickups.
Paul Simonon is confirmed to use DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups on his main Precision bass, as evidenced by the distinctive cream color of the pickup and the pole pieces, which are signature features of the DiMarzio Model P pickups. This identification is supported by a visual source available on Equipboard.
Phil Lynott modified his Precision Bass in the late 1970s or early 1980s by replacing the stock pickup with a DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickup and adding a Yamaha bass pickup in the bridge position. This modification can be observed on his actual bass, which is currently on display at the Dublin Rock and Roll Museum.
Brian has a set of Dimarzio p bass pickups in his 1978 percision bass. He had these pickups put in to replicate the tone of the bass he owned as a kid
Jay uses a pair of p basses live. He upgraded the basses to have a pair of dimarzio dp122 p bass pickups
Felipe Ilabaca uses DiMarzio DP122 Model P Bass Pickups on his precision bass, identifiable by their distinctive cream color and the absence of pole pieces, as seen in the provided image.
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