Description
Since 1979 the EMG-P has been the go-to swap for bassists chasing that classic split-coil growl without the 60-cycle hum and weak output that plague passive pickups. The short, squat coils paired with ceramic magnets deliver a punchy midrange and articulate high end, while the active circuitry keeps your low end tight and your noise floor near silent — even on stages with lousy grounding or dimmer-heavy lighting rigs.
What you get out of it: powerful lows that don’t get muddy, a midrange that pokes through a dense mix, and top-end clarity that stays present without turning harsh. Whether you’re slapping, fingerstyle, or digging in with a pick, this pickup holds its character across styles — funk, rock, metal, country, whatever the gig calls for. Prefer a slightly rounder top end? EMG also offers this model with ceramic steel magnets for a smoother EQ curve up top.
What’s in the box:
- EMG’s Quik-Connect solderless cable system
- Prewired solid-shaft volume/tone control set
- Output jack
- Battery clip set
- Adjustment screws
Install day-of-gig if you have to — the Quik-Connect setup is built for players who’d rather be practicing than at a soldering bench. Wiring diagrams and control instructions are available from EMG for a straightforward install.
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