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product_id: 9691374
title: "The Realist Double Bass Transducer Pickup For Bass"
brand: "realist"
price: "$452.17"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/9691374-the-realist-double-bass-transducer-pickup-for-bass
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# No preamp needed Acoustic fidelity Easy install The Realist Double Bass Transducer Pickup For Bass

**Brand:** realist
**Price:** $452.17
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎻 Elevate Your Bass Game with Effortless Elegance!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** The Realist Double Bass Transducer Pickup For Bass by realist
- **How much does it cost?** $452.17 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/9691374-the-realist-double-bass-transducer-pickup-for-bass)

## Best For

- realist enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted realist brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Effortless Setup:** Installation is a breeze—get playing in no time!
- • **Unleash Your Sound:** Experience rich, powerful acoustics that resonate with authenticity.
- • **Bridge & Top Harmony:** Captures sound from both the bridge and top plate for a fuller tone.
- • **Versatile Performance:** Designed for both pizzicato and arco styles without the need for adjustments.
- • **No Extra Gear Required:** Enjoy seamless performance without the hassle of a preamp.

## Overview

The Realist Double Bass Transducer Pickup, designed by Ned Steinberger and David Gage, offers a flexible installation under the bridge foot, ensuring an acoustically true sound for both pizz and arco playing styles. With no preamp required and easy installation, this pickup is perfect for musicians seeking a rich and powerful response.

## Description

The Realist Double Bass Transducer Pickup For Bass

Review: Get it! - The best bass pickup I own! I had my luthier put it on because you need to take off the G string to install and I do not do double bass work at all. Make sure you install the pickup under the foot below the E side, not the G side!!!!! The quarter inch plug goes under the tailpiece. I’d recommend letting your luthier do it and while your at it have them check and or reset the bridge for you. It shouldn’t cost you much, they charged me 60 bucks for pickup install and bridge reset. Anyways, onto the pickup. I play a 3/4 Eastman, primarily bluegrass. I use this pickup into an Aguilar compressor into a 1x12 Markbass combo and the sound will blow your p*$$y off. Sounds good running into the board as well. I used to use a Schatten, which is very similar in terms of sound, but the installation was not nearly as snug as this realist pickup. I’d definitely recommend Schatten as well but the realist gives me comfort with the installation being so snug. 10/10 would recommend!!!!!
Review: My favorite pickup since 2004 - Still my favorite pickup. The first one I bought lasted for 10 years, 2 basses, and countless gigs. I bought a new one due to time constraints but plan on sending the old one back to David Gage for refurbishing so I have a spare. FYI, they will refurbish for a VERY reasonable fee. Pros: - Makes your bass sound very much like your instrument. - No power source needed, all passive. Cons: - Installation can be tricky, it's not something you want to be taking on and off your instrument too often. - Signal can get out of control when run through a PA at high volume. Best if you have an amplifier with a notch filter (Acoustic Image Clarus, for example).

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001T21G2Y |
| Best Sellers Rank | #115,621 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #220 in Bass Guitar Pickups & Pickup Covers |
| Body Material | Plastic |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (48) |
| Date First Available | March 24, 2010 |
| Item Weight | 5.6 ounces |
| Item model number | REALBASS |
| Material Type | Other |
| Product Dimensions | 6.5 x 6 x 1.75 inches |
| Size | Bass |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Get it!
*by J***I on August 6, 2020*

The best bass pickup I own! I had my luthier put it on because you need to take off the G string to install and I do not do double bass work at all. Make sure you install the pickup under the foot below the E side, not the G side!!!!! The quarter inch plug goes under the tailpiece. I’d recommend letting your luthier do it and while your at it have them check and or reset the bridge for you. It shouldn’t cost you much, they charged me 60 bucks for pickup install and bridge reset. Anyways, onto the pickup. I play a 3/4 Eastman, primarily bluegrass. I use this pickup into an Aguilar compressor into a 1x12 Markbass combo and the sound will blow your p*$$y off. Sounds good running into the board as well. I used to use a Schatten, which is very similar in terms of sound, but the installation was not nearly as snug as this realist pickup. I’d definitely recommend Schatten as well but the realist gives me comfort with the installation being so snug. 10/10 would recommend!!!!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My favorite pickup since 2004
*by A***9 on June 3, 2015*

Still my favorite pickup. The first one I bought lasted for 10 years, 2 basses, and countless gigs. I bought a new one due to time constraints but plan on sending the old one back to David Gage for refurbishing so I have a spare. FYI, they will refurbish for a VERY reasonable fee. Pros: - Makes your bass sound very much like your instrument. - No power source needed, all passive. Cons: - Installation can be tricky, it's not something you want to be taking on and off your instrument too often. - Signal can get out of control when run through a PA at high volume. Best if you have an amplifier with a notch filter (Acoustic Image Clarus, for example).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ High quality, beautiful, raw sound. 10/10!
*by R***5 on January 16, 2026*

You can never go wrong with the Realist. Been using this as a music major in college who primarily plays jazz, and I’ve had this baby for 4 years now (in my senior year). It catches so much great detail, and keeps the acoustic sound of the bass without sounding too electric/artificial. Super easy to install (was able to do it without the help of a luthier), and the quality had stayed high through many hours of rehearsals, gigging, and performances. Functions best with pizz, but can also handle bowing as well!! Makes recording sessions easier as well. If you’re not sure which pickup to get for your upright, this is the one that will always shine through.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-13*