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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 AB Afterburner Variable gain push/pull pot

    $79.00
    The EMG AB (Afterburner) is a boost you can use instead of your tone or volume knob (does not function as a tone or volume) and activate with our variable gain push/pull pot. When the Push-Pull pot is in the “down” position there is no boost and the...
  2. EMG TB Series Thunderbird Bass

    $99.00 - $119.00
    *For 4 String Basses*
    EMG Thunderbird size pickups are available for the String bass guitar in a wide array of different coil configurations to provide you the player with different tonal options for your bass. All EMG pickups are humcancelling and available in Stacked...
  3. EMG H Screw and Spring Set

    $2.99
    #3-48 Screws, 1in. length
    EMG H Screw and Spring Set #3-48 Screws, 1'' length: Two (2) screws and two (2) springs used for height adjustment on humbuckers mounted onto a pickguard or pickup ring.
  4. EMG LJA Long Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup

    $99.00
    The EMG-LJA is the longer of the two pickups in the EMG-JA Set and is usually located in the bridge position.
    EMG LJA Long Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup Available as a separate units, the LJA (long) and SJA (short) are the two pickups in our JA Set, the LJA usually located in the bridge position and the SJA located in the neck. The JA Set is based off EMG's...
  5. EMG JV Series Jazz Bass

    $99.00 - $189.00
    *For 4 String Basses*
    The EMG JV Set is a mixture of old and new, utilizing traditional exposed pole pieces and EMG's active circuitry. Developed to deliver the classic tone and look of a vintage Jazz Bass without the noise often associated with vintage passive pickups....
  6. EMG J Series Jazz Bass Pickup

    $99.00 - $189.00
    *For 4 and 5 String Basses*
    The original EMG J Set became an instant hit with its sweeping harmonic overtones, punch and quiet operation. This pickup set has classic jazz bass characteristics with a broader tonal frequency range that adds dimensions and clarity to your...
  7. EMG HB Series Bass

    $99.00
    *For 4 String Basses*
    EMG HB size pickups are available for the 4 String bass guitar to provide you the player with different tonal options for your bass. All EMG pickups are hum cancelling and the HB size pickups are a Split Coil P-style construction design. EMG's...
  8. EMG B245 Pickup Buss

    $12.00
    The B245 EMG Pickup Buss is used on two pickup guitars that have a selection switch. The buss provides a convenient way to install either Active or Passive EMG Pickups without soldering.
  9. EMG B289 Toggle Switch

    $28.00
    The B289 switch is a low profile solderless 3 way toggle switch designed to fit standard Gibson style guitars. All switches use EMG’s "BNOG" connector arrangement and include 2 cables (short & long) for easy connection to EMG’s connection buss....
  10. EMG JCS Series Soapbar

    $99.00 - $114.00
    *For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
    The EMG JCS is our JCS pickup in our extended range housing. This pickup utilize ceramic magnets with steel pole pieces for a smooth top end. This twist on jazz bass tone, gives players a much warmer sound and a smoother attack with less high...
  11. EMG J Series Soapbar

    $99.00 - $119.00
    *For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
    The EMG J is our original J pickup in a Extended series housing for 4, 5, & 6 string bass. This pickup has its coil located in the back of the housing - closer to the bridge - which gives it sweeping harmonic overtones and punch. This quiet...
  12. EMG B348 Toggle Switch

    $49.00
    This North American built toggle switch is beefy and holds up to the rigors of rock & roll. Available in a black or ivory tip with the specific design being "one size fits all" solderless toggle for all Gibson models. The ease of solderless installation...
  13. 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...
  14. 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,...
  15. 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
  16. 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...
  17. EMG 25k Blend Potentiometer 6mm Solid Shaft

    $24.00
    25k Balance Potentiometer for use with active pickups
    25k Solid Shaft Blend/Balance Potentiometer
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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...
  21. 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.
  22. 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.
  23. EMG Fluted Concentric Lower

    $9.00
    EMG Concentric Black Plastic Lower Knob
    EMG Concentric Black Plastic Lower knob. Inner Diamter 8mm.
  24. 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...
  25. 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...
  26. EMG Single Plastic Fluted Knob

    $9.00
    EMG Concentric Single knob for EMG preamps and controls.
    EMG single fluted knob. 6mm inner diameter.
  27. 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
  28. 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...

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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