Aguilar AG DCB-D2 Black Bass Pick-Up

Aguilar DCB-D2 — Dual Ceramic Bar Pickup Set for 5-String Bass

The Aguilar DCB-D2 is a soapbar dual-coil pickup set engineered for 5-string bass guitars in the P2 (D2) routing footprint. Aguilar's dual-ceramic bar design creates a uniform magnetic field that captures every dynamic shift without losing harmonic information. Full-bodied tone with rich sustain characterizes the DCB series, making this set a strong upgrade for players seeking more tonal tenacity. The set works in passive wiring or paired with an onboard preamp.

What Sets the DCB-D2 Apart

Unlike conventional pole-piece pickups, the dual ceramic bar magnet arrangement creates a uniform magnetic field across the full string length, so no string motion is missed by the sensor. Heavy Formvar 42-gauge wire and Teflon-coated single-conductor leads are unusual build choices in this category, contributing to the pickup's signature sustain and simplifying installation.

Pickup Geometry and Magnetic Design

The D2 footprint matches standard P2 soapbar routing for direct drop-in installation on most 5-string basses.

• Pickup Size (D2): 32 mm × 108 mm — direct replacement for Bartolini P2 routing
• Magnet Type: Dual Ceramic Bar — hum-cancelling with uniform field response
• Sold as a complete neck + bridge set for 5-string basses

Wiring Construction for Reliable Signal Transfer

Wire gauge and lead insulation affect heat handling during soldering and signal cleanliness at the output jack.

• Wire: Heavy Formvar, 42 gauge — contributes to singing sustain and harmonic detail
• Leads: Single conductor, heat-resistant Teflon-coated — simplifies soldering and resists insulation melt

Installation Compatibility and Use Cases

The DCB-D2 fits any 5-string bass routed for P2-shape soapbar pickups, including popular replacement and custom builds.

• Direct Replacement For: Bartolini P2 — drop-in fit for existing P2 routing
• Circuit Compatibility: Passive or active bass wiring — works with or without onboard preamp
• Backed by Aguilar's 3-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship