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Elevate your bass performance with the Nordstrand Big BladeMan 5, a pickup that redefines power and clarity for five-string bass guitars. With its distinctive wide aperture blade design, this pickup is engineered for players seeking a bold, articulate tone across all strings and positions. Its neodymium magnets deliver a higher output, ensuring your sound cuts through any mix with precision and authority.

Designed for versatility, the Nordstrand Big BladeMan 5 accommodates a range of musical styles, from punchy rock grooves to smooth jazz lines. The pickup's construction ensures even string response, providing a consistent and balanced sound regardless of your technique. Whether you're slapping, picking, or finger-styling, this pickup captures every nuance of your playing with exceptional detail.

Installation is straightforward, and its robust build quality promises durability for the most demanding gigs and studio sessions. The Nordstrand Big BladeMan 5 isn't just a component; it's an upgrade that transforms your bass into a dynamic powerhouse.

Key Features:

Wide aperture blade design for enhanced note articulation
Neodymium magnets for high output and clarity
Designed for 5-string bass guitars
Versatile sound suitable for various music genres
Even string response for consistent tone
Easy installation with durable construction

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Nordstrand - BigBladeMan Pickup Demo - Andy Irvine

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Nordstrand Big BladeMan 5 + Darkglass Tone Capsule - Elwood L5a-24 34"scale

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The Big Blademan has two magnetic strips per pickup, enhancing output and reducing thin sound issues, especially noted in bridge positions.
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The Big Blademan 5 is available in three spacing and cover combinations, providing versatility for different bass setups.
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Big Blades in passive fretless basses deliver higher output than many active basses, with minimal 60 cycle hum when shielded.
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The Nordstrand preamp can be configured with a 4-pot setup, featuring stacked volume, tone with pull passive, mid with pull passive, and stacked treble/bass.
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The Nordstrand preamp offers an on-board gain control, making it a viable option for combining with various pickup configurations without soldering.
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Big Blademan 5 offers a soap bar shape with no ears and narrow spacing that fits original Music Man five strings at 17.5mm, ideal for Sterling Ray35.
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Owners report significant tonal improvements when replacing stock Roswell pickups with the Big Blademan, resolving thin sound issues effectively.
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Owners suggest contacting Nordstrand for custom string spacing solutions to ensure proper alignment with Sterling Ray35's 17.5mm spacing.
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Aaron Bruch

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Aaron Bruch incorporates the Nordstrand Big BladeMan 5 and its 4-string variant into his custom-built Better Mousetrap basses, as shown in his Instagram post.