Description
Some pickups whisper. The EMG 35DC gets loud and stays articulate while doing it. This active humbucker pairs dual coils with ceramic bar magnets to deliver a modern, aggressive voice with real cutting power — the kind of tone that carves out its own space in a dense band mix instead of getting swallowed by guitars and drums.
What makes the 35DC useful on stage is its range. Dial it clean and you get crisp, extended highs with tight low end for slap and fingerstyle work. Push it and the low end opens up into a dirty, growling character that still holds its shape — no mud, no flab. That kind of flexibility means one pickup can cover a set that swings from pocket-playing R&B to something rowdier without swapping gear.
Build-wise, this is the extended housing version — 3.5 inches (89mm) — so it’s a direct fit for basses routed for the longer soapbar format. As with all EMG active pickups, expect consistent output and low noise since the electronics are onboard, not left to fight cable length or stage interference.
- Active ceramic humbucker, soapbar style
- Dual-coil design for punch and clarity
- Extended housing: 3.5 inches (89mm)
- Built for 4-string bass
- Wide tonal range, from clean top end to growling low end
If your current pickup can’t keep up with a loud stage, this is the upgrade built for exactly that fight.
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