Pick-up configuration question

[markyboy2106]

Hi there

Thinking of buying a Sandberg Cal Bass. Played one in Sounds Great Music (fantastic shop) but I'm a little unsure as to which model of bass to go for.

These are the models with either the J-style neck pick-up, or the P-style neck pick-up both with the bridge powerhumbucker.

What would be the difference in sound if you compared a J-style PUP to a P-style PUP?

Would there be a compromise on versatility with one over the other?

Also, I've never purchased a 5-string. Would this be a good time to get one?

Cheers Mark

The models I've mentioned can be seen can be seen at www.sandberg-guitars.de

[BassBunny]

Hi Mark,
I , like probably most people on this forum, have been striving to identify the ideal Bass. The one you want built to your own spec. I have bought and sold many basses to get to where I am now and the final piece of the jigsaw was the pickup configuration.
I arrived at that with the purchase, (and susequent re-sale within 3 weeks), of a G&L L2500. I couldn't get on with the neck, but the electronics, "Oh Boy". So MY own preference would be 2 Humbuckers, with coil taps on both and serial/parallel options. I reckon this would serve every requirement.
So that is what Alan from ACG will be building when I can get up to see him and spec the woods for a new Finn.