Description
If you’ve always liked the growl of a P-style pickup but wished it responded a little more to how hard you dig in, the P5AX is worth a look. It’s built on the same foundation as EMG’s P5A but swaps in the X-Series preamp, which is tuned to close the gap between passive feel and active output. The result is a pickup that still hits with the low-end weight and midrange bite bassists expect from a P-style design, but with more nuance under your fingers.
The X-Series preamp gives you a wider dynamic window — dig in and you’ll feel the pickup respond rather than just get louder. Back off and the touch sensitivity comes through instead of flattening out. It’s a good option for players who want the reliability and hot output of an active pickup but don’t want to lose the feel of playing passive.
Built for 5-string P-Bass configurations, this pickup is a solid choice for anyone running a P-style bass who wants more control over dynamics live and in the studio without changing their whole rig.
- P-style split-coil design for 5-string basses
- Active EMG pickup with X-Series preamp onboard
- Improved touch sensitivity and dynamic range vs. standard active pickups
- Finish: Black
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