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EMG

For almost 36 years, EMG has created quality pickups and electronic accessories for the bass enthusiast.EMG has been the choice of many manufacturers' factory installs and the choice among many of the leading bass players in the industry. Available in Classic J-Bass,Precision (P), MusicMan(MM),HB (Steinberger), and EMG 35/40/45 shapes. EMG Pickups are available to suit your needs for your 4,5, or 6 string upgrade or custom build.Enjoy the EMG Sound!

EMG's mission is to be one of the most influential and undisputed technological leaders in the pickup and guitar electronics industry by creating exceptional products that empower and inspire musicians around the globe to explore and express their passion for performance.

EMG pickups was founded by Rob Tuner in 1974 in the back of his parents garage mildly tweaking and repairing electronics. It wasn't until 1969 that the real 'business' of building and tweaking pickups manifested. The original business was licensed under the name Dirtywork Studios in April 1976. In 1978 the company decided a name change was in order and transistioned to calling themselves Overlend because they were overextended on credit and it sounded slick. The 80's approached and they became EMG, Inc. and haven't made a step back since. Many folks still question the meaning of the acronymical name, but the secret has been revealed as "Electro-Magnetic Generator!".

The reason behind choosing EMG pickups & electronics is simple. They are just simply the easiest to install in an instrument. Each pickup & preamp features their own Quik-Connect™ header and mating cable for quick installation and removal. All of their pickup models are designed for direct retrofit on O.E models, and each pickup & preamp comes complete with every piece from wiring diagrams, pickup screws, controls, and in some cases knobs.

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Question: Where Can I Buy EMG?

Answer: You can buy these from Best Bass Gear by Calling 877-839-3531 or Emailing us at sales@bestbassgear.com or chatting with our Bass Techs

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  1. EMG BQS-HZ 2-Pickup 5-Knob 3-Band Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass - Mid/Mid Stack

    $179.00
    3-Band: 2-Pickup, 5-Knob Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass - Mid/Mid
    Control Configuration Volume Blend Treble Bass Mid/Mid Stack For passive pickups, the BQS HZ System features a pre-wired balance control (blend) and master volume with separate bass and treble...
  2. EMG LC - Les Claypool Signature Series Precision Bass Pickup Set

    $149.00
    The LC Set pairs a custom version of the EMG PA with a new brushed gold cover
    Les Claypool LC Pickup Set This set pairs a custom version of the EMG PA with a new brushed gold cover, bringing a new aesthetic to the tried and true EMG formula, defying the laws of the traditional P. Having spent decades as an EMG...
  3. EMG 35P4AX 4 String M3(EMG 35) Size X Series Pickup Alnico
    Out of stock

    EMG 35P4AX 4 String M3(EMG 35) Size X Series Pickup Alnico

    Out of stock

    $109.00
    Magnet Type: A Resonant Frequency (KHz) 2.61 Output Voltage (Finger, Thumb) 2.00 Output Voltage (Thump) 8.50 Output Noise (60 Hz) -101 Output Impedance (Kohm) 2.0 Current@9V(Microamps) 80 Battery Life (Hours) 3000 MaximumSupply(VoltsDC) 27 Alnico...
  4. EMG 4SW pickup set for NS design EUB

    $105.00
    4SW pickup set for NS designs EUB
    4SW pickup set for NS designs EUBIncludes; 4 pickups with preamp and wiring for the pickups and preamp. Does not include any controls (volume, etc.).
  5. EMG Solderless Pickup Cable

    $9.00
    Solderless Pickup Cable for EMG pickups
    EMG Solderless Pickup Cable For replacement solderless applications or converting your existing EMG's with quick connect cable option to be solderless in conjunction with EMG preamps or controls 9" in Length Sold Individually
  6. EMG Single Plastic Fluted Knob

    $9.00
    EMG Concentric Single knob for EMG preamps and controls.
    EMG single fluted knob. 6mm inner diameter.
  7. EMG fluted stacked concentric knob upper

    $9.00
    EMG Concentric Upper knob for EMG preamps and controls.
    EMG Fluted Black Plastic Concentric Knob found on stacked EMG Preamp Controls. Upper knob only.
  8. EMG Fluted Concentric Lower

    $9.00
    EMG Concentric Black Plastic Lower Knob
    EMG Concentric Black Plastic Lower knob. Inner Diamter 8mm.
  9. EMG X-Series ABCX Summing

    $79.00
    X-Series ABCX Active Balance Control
    The ABCX is an active EQ accessory that eliminates insertion loss and is designed to work with all our X series pickups that have an active tone pot. Insertion loss is a naturally occurring yet frustrating phenomenon that occurs most frequently with...
  10. EMG EXB Active/Passive Pickup Inputs Control
    Out of stock

    EMG EXB Active/Passive Pickup Inputs Control

    Out of stock

    $79.00
    EXB Active/Passive Input Control
    Get the gain and knockout punch you're looking for in your bass with the EXB Control. The unconventional equalization design acts to simultaneously increase your low and high frequencies while decreasing mid-range. The result is a clarity and percussive...
  11. EMG Wiring Conversion Kit for Jazz Bass

    $49.00
    EMG J-Set kit
    Leave that soldering iron on the shelf because with this conversion kit all the components that you'll need for a Jazz Set configuration installation are completely solderless. Package Includes: 2 Volume Pot Tone Pot Pickup...
  12. EMG 25k Volume Potentiometer Audio Taper 6mm Split Shaft Solderless

    $18.00
    EMG 25k Solderless Volume Potentiometer
    25k Split-Shaft Volume Pot. Solderless short shaft.
  13. EMG BQC Control 1 or 2-Pickup 2-Knob 3-Band Treb/Bass Stack - Mid/Mid Stack

    $119.00
    3-Band: 2- Knob Treb/Bass - Mid/Mid
    Control Configuration Treble/Bass Stack Mid/Mid Stack The BQC Control features a bass and treble equalizer on a concentric (stacked) pot along with the concentric (stacked) mid-control. It takes up very little space...
  14. EMG BTC System 2-Pickup 3-Knob 2-Band Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass Stack

    $129.00
    2-Band: 2-Pickup, 3-Knob Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass
    Control Configuration Volume Blend Treble/Bass Stack As a complete control system for 2 pickup basses the BTC includes an Active Bass control, a BTC control, and a Master Volume control. The Active Balance...
  15. EMG BTC-HZ System 2-Pickup 3-Knob 2-Band Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass Stack

    $129.00
    2-Band: 2-Pickup, 3-Knob Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass
    Control Configuration Volume Blend Treble/Bass Stack The BTC HZ System is intended for EMG-HZ passive pickups as well as other manufacturers passive pickups. The BTC HZ System comes supplied Volume, Blend, and...
  16. Alpha 25k Volume Potentiometer Audio Taper Push/Pull 6mm Split Shaft

    $17.31
    Alpha 25k Volume Push/Pull Potentiometer
    Alpha 25k Audio Taper Volume Push/Pull Potentiometer with 6mm Split Shaft For use with active pickups like EMG
  17. EMG VMC Variable Mid Control

    $99.00
    1-Band: 1 Knob Mid/Mid Stack
    Control Configuration Mid/Mid Stack The EMG VMC is an active variable mid control EQ Circuit for bass and guitar. Rotate the upper control of the stacked pot clockwise for boost, counterclockwise for cut. Leave it in the center...
  18. EMG BQC System 2-Pickup 4-Knob 3-Band Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass Stack - Mid/Mid Stack

    $179.00
    3-Band: 2-Pickup, 4-Knob Vol - Blend - Treb/Bass - Mid/Mid
    Control Configuration Volume Blend Treble/Bass Stack Mid/Mid Stack Built specifically for EMG pickups, the BQC System works as a complete control system for bass guitars. It incorporates a pre-wired...
  19. EMG 25k Blend Potentiometer 6mm Solid Shaft

    $24.00
    25k Balance Potentiometer for use with active pickups
    25k Solid Shaft Blend/Balance Potentiometer
  20. EMG 25k Volume/Tone Potentiometer Audio Taper 6/8mm Solid Shaft Solderless

    $49.00
    EMG 25k Stack Volume/Volume or Volume/Tone for EMG Active pickups. Solderless
    EMG 25k Stack Volume/Volume or Volume/Tone for EMG Active pickups. Comes with concentric knob, output jack, interconnecting cables, and allen key
  21. EMG BQS System 2-Pickup 5-Knob 3-Band Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass - Mid/Mid Stack

    $179.00
    3-Band: 2-Pickup, 5-Knob Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass - Mid/Mid
    Control Configuration Volume Blend Treble Bass Mid/Mid Stack The BQS System, as a complete control system for your bass guitar, includes Active Balance, Master Volume, and EQ circuits. Unlike...
  22. EMG BQS Control 1 or 2-Pickup 3-Knob 3-Band Treb - Bass - Mid/Mid Stack

    $119.00
    3-Band: 3-Knob Treb - Bass - Mid/Mid
    Control Configuration Treble Bass Mid/Mid Stack Similar to the BQC, the BCS Control works with any active or passive pickup and takes up almost no space. But with the BQS you’ll get separate bass and treble...
  23. EMG ABC 25k Blend Potentiometer 6mm Solid Shaft

    $79.00
    25k Ohm Active Balance Control
    The ABC is an active EQ accessory that eliminates insertion loss and is designed to work with all our non-X series pickups that use a standard EMG tone pot. Insertion loss is a naturally occurring yet frustrating phenomenon that occurs most frequently...
  24. EMG - Potentiometer - A25KX2 Stacked Volume Control (Hardwired) A25KX2

    $24.00
    Comes with concentric knob, capacitor, wiring diagram, and allen key
    EMG 25k Stack Volume/Volume or Volume/Tone for EMG Active pickups. Comes with concentric knob, capacitor, wiring diagram, and allen key
  25. EMG BQC-HZ System 2-Pickup 4-Knob 3-Band Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass Stack - Mid/Mid Stack

    $179.00
    3-Band: 2-Pickup, 4-knob Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass - Mid/Mid
    Control Configuration Volume Blend Treble/Bass Stack Mid/Mid Stack The BQC HZ System is intended for EMG-HZ passive pickups as well as other manufacturers passive pickups. The BQC HZ System comes supplied...
  26. EMG BTS-HZ System 2-Pickup 4-Knob 2-Band Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass

    $129.00
    2-Band: 2-Pickup, 4-Knob Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass
    Control Configuration Volume Blend Treble Bass The BTS HZ System is intended for EMG-HZ passive pickups as well as other manufacturers passive pickups. The BTS HZ System comes supplied Volume, Blend,...
  27. EMG BTS System 2-Pickup 4-knob 2-Band Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass

    $129.00
    2-Band: 2-Pickup, 4-Knob Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass
    Control Configuration Volume Blend Treble Bass As a complete control system for two pickpup basses the BTS includes an Active Balance Control, separate BTS Bass and Treble controls, and a Master Volume...
  28. EMG BTS Control 1 or 2-Pickup 2-Knob 2-Band Treb - Bass

    $99.00
    2-Band: 2-Knob Treb - Bass
    Control Configuration Treble Bass The BTS Control 2-band equalizer is similar to the BTC Control, except with the BTS you'll get separate controls for the bass and treble. Often preferred for their less selective,...
  29. EMG BTC Control 1 or 2-Pickup 1-Knob 2-Band Treb/Bass Stack

    $99.00
    2-Band: 1-Knob Treb/Bass
    Control Configuration Treble/Bass Stack Why not equip your bass with the most widely used EQ System in the world? With the BTC you’ll get a bass and treble equalizer on a concentric (stacked) pot that will work with any...
  30. EMG PHZ 4 String Precision Size Split Coil Pickup

    $104.00
    4 string Split Coil Pbass Pickup
    The passive version of our original P design, the PHZ covers a wide sonic palette of classic and modern bass sounds. Because the PHZ utilizes ceramic magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone has alot of high-end articulation, warmth, and incredible...

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Where Can I Buy EMG?

Answer: You can buy these from Best Bass Gear by Calling 877-839-3531 or Emailing us at sales@bestbassgear.com or chatting with our Bass Techs

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