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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?
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EMG BQS-HZ 2-Pickup 5-Knob 3-Band Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass - Mid/Mid Stack
$179.003-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...EMG LC - Les Claypool Signature Series Precision Bass Pickup Set
$149.00The 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...EMG 35P4AX 4 String M3(EMG 35) Size X Series Pickup Alnico
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$109.00Magnet 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...EMG 4SW pickup set for NS design EUB
$105.004SW 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.).EMG Solderless Pickup Cable
$9.00Solderless 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 IndividuallyEMG Single Plastic Fluted Knob
$9.00EMG Concentric Single knob for EMG preamps and controls.
EMG single fluted knob. 6mm inner diameter.EMG fluted stacked concentric knob upper
$9.00EMG Concentric Upper knob for EMG preamps and controls.
EMG Fluted Black Plastic Concentric Knob found on stacked EMG Preamp Controls. Upper knob only.EMG Fluted Concentric Lower
$9.00EMG Concentric Black Plastic Lower Knob
EMG Concentric Black Plastic Lower knob. Inner Diamter 8mm.EMG X-Series ABCX Summing
$79.00X-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...EMG EXB Active/Passive Pickup Inputs Control
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$79.00EXB 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...EMG Wiring Conversion Kit for Jazz Bass
$49.00EMG 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...EMG 25k Volume Potentiometer Audio Taper 6mm Split Shaft Solderless
$18.00EMG 25k Solderless Volume Potentiometer
25k Split-Shaft Volume Pot. Solderless short shaft.EMG BQC Control 1 or 2-Pickup 2-Knob 3-Band Treb/Bass Stack - Mid/Mid Stack
$119.003-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...EMG BTC System 2-Pickup 3-Knob 2-Band Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass Stack
$129.002-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...EMG BTC-HZ System 2-Pickup 3-Knob 2-Band Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass Stack
$129.002-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...Alpha 25k Volume Potentiometer Audio Taper Push/Pull 6mm Split Shaft
$17.31Alpha 25k Volume Push/Pull Potentiometer
Alpha 25k Audio Taper Volume Push/Pull Potentiometer with 6mm Split Shaft For use with active pickups like EMGEMG VMC Variable Mid Control
$99.001-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...EMG BQC System 2-Pickup 4-Knob 3-Band Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass Stack - Mid/Mid Stack
$179.003-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...EMG 25k Blend Potentiometer 6mm Solid Shaft
$24.0025k Balance Potentiometer for use with active pickups
25k Solid Shaft Blend/Balance PotentiometerEMG 25k Volume/Tone Potentiometer Audio Taper 6/8mm Solid Shaft Solderless
$49.00EMG 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 keyEMG BQS System 2-Pickup 5-Knob 3-Band Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass - Mid/Mid Stack
$179.003-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...EMG BQS Control 1 or 2-Pickup 3-Knob 3-Band Treb - Bass - Mid/Mid Stack
$119.003-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...EMG ABC 25k Blend Potentiometer 6mm Solid Shaft
$79.0025k 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...EMG - Potentiometer - A25KX2 Stacked Volume Control (Hardwired) A25KX2
$24.00Comes 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 keyEMG BQC-HZ System 2-Pickup 4-Knob 3-Band Vol - Bl - Treb/Bass Stack - Mid/Mid Stack
$179.003-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...EMG BTS-HZ System 2-Pickup 4-Knob 2-Band Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass
$129.002-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,...EMG BTS System 2-Pickup 4-knob 2-Band Vol - Bl - Treb - Bass
$129.002-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...EMG BTS Control 1 or 2-Pickup 2-Knob 2-Band Treb - Bass
$99.002-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,...EMG BTC Control 1 or 2-Pickup 1-Knob 2-Band Treb/Bass Stack
$99.002-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...EMG PHZ 4 String Precision Size Split Coil Pickup
$104.004 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...EMG MMHZ 4 String MusicMan Size Dual Coil Pickup
$109.004 string HZ MusicMan Pickup
EMG MMHZ 4 String MusicMan Size Dual Coil Pickup EMG's Music Man Bass replacement, the MMHZ packs a passive pickup and a dual-coil design which gives an abundance of output without a lot of noise. The ceramic and steel design endows the unit...EMG Victor Wooten 4 String P/J Size Set
$199.994 String Stacked & Split Coil P/J Pickup Set
The PAX provides increased headroom giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMG’s are renowned for. This new addition differs in that it uses Alnico V magnets instead of the ceramic magnets...EMG JV52 Pickup Set
$179.00The EMG JV52-HZ Set is a new passive vintage style pickup designed by EMG founder Rob Turner.
The EMG JV52-HZ Set is a new passive vintage style pickup designed by EMG founder Rob Turner. The front/neck pickup has Alnico 5 pole magnets and the bridge pickup has Alnico 2 pole magnets making for one of the most unique J...EMG J System Control Plate and Pickup Set
$209.00EMG’s classic J pickups are now available in a completely solderless system that includes everything you’ll need to swap your Jazz Bass pickups with no hassle.
EMG's classic J pickups are now available in a completely solderless system that includes everything you'll need to swap your Jazz Bass pickups with no hassle. We've mounted and wired everything to your new control plate - volume, volume and tone pot....EMG PJAX 4 String P/J Size X Series Set
$189.004 String Humcancelling P/J Bass Pickup Set
Combining our PAX and a versatile LJAX, the PJAX set provides increased headroom giving the voicing an organic and open tone while still maintaining the clarity and response that EMG's are renowned for. The PAX adds warmth, and incredible low end punch,...EMG PJCSX 4 String P/J Size X Series Set
$189.004 String Humcancelling P/J Pickup Set
Combining our PX-CS and a versatile LJX-CS, the PJCXS set provides increased headroom giving the voicing a more open tone while retaining the clarity and response that EMG's are renowned for. Both the pickups in this set are loaded with ceramic steel...EMG TW Series Dual Mode Soapbar
$119.00 - $149.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
Inside the EMG TW are two independent tonal options: a single coil and a humbucker with EMG's renowned preamp circut. The single-coil mode is our JCS pickup built with ceramic magnets and steel pole pieces for a rich, warm tone. The humbucker...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...EMG P Series Soapbar
$114.00 - $119.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
The EMG P is our P bass pickup in an Extended range housing with the treble magnet closer to the neck (like a Spector or Yamaha bass). The EMG P covers a wide sonic palette of classic and modern bass sounds. Because the P utilizes ceramic magnets...EMG CS Series Soapbar
$109.00 - $119.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
The EMG CS is a big sounding modern humbucker for players looking to tame the higher frequencies in their bass tone. The two coils loaded with ceramic magnets and steel poles provide warmth and punch with a smooth top end and plenty of output....EMG DC Series Soapbar
$104.00 - $119.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
The EMG DC is a powerful modern sounding humbucker for bass players looking to cut through a big loud mix. The two coils loaded with ceramic bar magnets provide punch and clarity with a crisp top end and plenty of output. This extremely versatile...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...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...EMG B245 Pickup Buss
$12.00The 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.EMG B289 Toggle Switch
$28.00The 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....EMG B348 Toggle Switch
$49.00This 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...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....EMG GZR 'Geezer Butler' Signature Series
$109.00 - $179.00*For 4 String Basses*
EMG along with legendary artist Geezer Butler have collaborated to develop the GZR-P and GZR-PJ signature bass pickup sets. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame bass player started working with EMG founder Rob Turner in 2011, looking to recreate the...EMG JA Series Jazz Bass
$179.00 - $189.00*For 4 String Basses*
The JA Set is based off EMG's original J, but uses radiused Alnico V magnets instead of ceramic. This creates a tone that is warm and open for a more vintage sound with a similar broad frequency range and clarity of the original. The JA provides...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...EMG PA Series Precision Bass Pickup
$104.00 - $119.00*For 4 String Basses*
The PA pickup is based on the originals EMG P but utilizes Alnico V magnets instead of ceramic. This gives the PA a warmer tone that has more vintage character. Because the PA utilizes Alnico V magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone...EMG P Series Precision Bass Pickup
$124.00*For 4, 5, and 6 String Basses*
One of EMG’s original designs and our most popular bass pickup since its introduction in 1979; the EMG P covers a wide sonic palette of classic and modern bass sounds. Because the P utilizes ceramic magnets coupled with short, squat coils, the tone...EMG JCS Series Jazz Bass
$179.00 - $189.00*For 4 String Basses*
The JCS Set features pickups that utilize ceramic magnets with steel pole pieces with our original J preamp. This twist on jazz bass tone, gives players a much warmer sound and a smoother attack with less high end presence. The JCS Set is less...EMG PJ Series for P/J Bass
$189.00*For 4 and 5 String Basses*
The EMG PJ Set provides bass players flexibility with a wide range of tonal combinations. EMG's original P adds warmth, and incredible low end punch, while the LJ provides a tight mid-range with dynamic high end response for a well defined attack....EMG LJA Long Jazz Bass Bridge Pickup
$99.00The 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...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.
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...EMG MMTW Series Dual Mode MusicMan
$124.00 - $129.00*For 4 and 5 String Basses*
The MMTW is a direct replacement for the Music Man large profile bass pickup. Inside the MMTW are two independent pickup tones. One is a ceramic and steel humbucking pickup that gives players an incredibly rich bass tone. The wide spread...EMG MMCS Series MusicMan
$114.00*For 4 and 5 String Basses*
The MMCS is a direct replacement for the Music Man large profile bass pickup. This humbucking pickup has wide bobbins combined with a large coil surface area that gives the MMCS an incredibly rich bass tone. Utilizing EMG’s popular ceramic...EMG AB Afterburner Variable gain push/pull pot
$79.00The 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...EMG ES-918 9v/18v Phantom Power Supply
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$129.00The ES-918 is an external 18 Volt power supply for EMG Pickups. Eliminates internal 9v battery required by EMG active pickups and electronics - Quick access to battery compartment - No routing required on your instrument - No pickguard removal to access...EMG Red Series Pickups
$189.00EMG Red Series Pickups
EMG Red Series Pickups Thanks to the EMG Red Series, some of your favorite pickups are ready to make a bold visual statement! The Red Series includes humbucking and single-coil pickups. Package Includes: (but...EMG 45HZ 6 String M5(EMG 45) Pickup
$109.00The EMG 45HZ, is our passive Extended series pickup for 6 string bass.
The EMG 45HZ, is our passive Extended series pickup for 6 string bass. This modern passive model features a humbucking design for low noise and plenty of output. Using ceramic bar magnets with steel, the tone is warm with a smooth attack and a big...
