Description
If you love the idea of a classic J-style growl but want the noiseless output and headroom of an active setup, the JAX Set is built for that exact middle ground. EMG took their original J pickup design and swapped in radiused Alnico V magnets in place of ceramic, then paired them with the X Series preamp. The result is a rounder, more vintage-leaning voice than a standard active EMG J, without giving up any of the low-end authority or dynamic feel bass players expect from active electronics.
- Alnico V magnets for a warmer, more open tone with a broad frequency spread
- EMG X Series active preamp on board — bridges the gap between passive vintage character and active punch
- Natural presence and expansive midrange that sits well in a mix
- Powerful, controlled lows that stay tight live and in the studio
- Works equally well on fretted or fretless basses for a full, rounded voice
On stage, this translates to a pickup set that responds to your fingers and pick attack the way a good passive J does, but with the quiet, consistent output active electronics deliver — no fighting hum or losing clarity at higher gain. Fretless players in particular will appreciate the added dynamic response bringing out the natural growl and sustain of the instrument.
A solid choice for players who want their Jazz Bass to feel more organic and vintage without sacrificing the reliability of an active rig.
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