Buy EMG PJ-SET Active Bass Pickup Set, BlackEMG PJ-SET Active Bass Pickup Set, Black Product Description:
- Package includes:2 EMG-exclusive cablesPrewired conrol set including 2 volume controlsMaster tone controlOutput jackBattery clipAdjustment screws
Product Description
Combining our famous EMG-P and a versatile EMG-LJ, the EMG-PJ set provides you with improved flexibility and range for new dimensions in tone. The EMG-P adds warmth, and incredible low end punch, while the EMG-LJ gives tight mid-range punch and dynamic high end response for a well defined attack. Used separately, or in combination, they offer unsurpassed flexibility in bass tones, accommodating both new and traditional bass playing styles, and making your bass sound the way a bass should. The result is pure capability; the capacity to produce everything from tight slap funk to smooth Motown groove, all with a sound that will set you apart.
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By T. Menard
*** The pickups pictured on this listing are the passive variety EMG HZ. My review pertains to to the regular active EMG PJ bass pickups***I have been using and installing EMG products since 1997. The difference in clarity and tone with the addition of these pickups is nothing short of amazing. This is my 4th set of EMG PJ pickups, and my 2nd set of the new, "solderless" variety.PROS:-The new solderless kits are amazingly easy for anyone to install. All you really need is a regular Phillips head screw driver, a flat & Phillips head jeweler's screwdrivers, a pair of pliers, and the ability to read and follow directions.-The kits feature quick disconnects on both the pickups and pots. It also includes multiple colored, wiring diagrams cover most pickup configurations. Want to run two pickups with two volumes and one tone? No problem; there's a diagram for it. Want to run both pickups on one volume? No problem; there's a diagram for it. Want to include a pickup selector switch in your circuit? No problem; there's a diagram for that. Want to run your pickups at 18V for more headroom? No worries; EMG included directions for that as well.-The battery bus is a new addition to the solderless kits. It basically allows the installer to quickly configure the pickups and power wiring. The battery bus also allows for a solderless connection for a pickup selector switch, and has enough extra quick connect ports to accommodate an EMG onboard preamp.-The kit basically comes with everything you would need, including shrink tube, input jack, mounting hardware, etc. Even the input jack has solderless yet secure connections.-Wiring this kit was so easy, that it took me longer to actually figure out how to stuff the battery in the control cavity.-Shielding the cavity is not needed with these pickups.-The tone control included with the kit is pretty responsive, and is more sensitive than most tone controls I've worked with.-If you can afford it, and have the control cavity space, pairing these pickups with an EMG onboard preamp, and wiring it at 18Volts, will maximize the awesome tone of these pickups.CONS:-EMG pickups are quite clinical sounding to some who favor "vintage mojo". I've always liked the attack and clarity these pickups produce, but if you're looking for something more retro, I'd look elsewhere.-The physical dimensions of their pickups are sometimes boxier and a tad bit longer than others. If you have a tight pickup cavity, you may have to sand the bottom edges of the pickup to get it to fit. This has only happened one time to me. Most of the time, the pickups fit perfectly.-The battery bus and 9Volt battery make fitting this pickup system in a Fender type bass (slender control cavity) a very tight squeeze.-The kit does not include knobs.-The input jack included is the standard-type jack. If your bass uses a barrel/panel jack input, then you will have to de-solder that jack, or buy a new one.-The pots are solid shaft, so press-on knobs are not an option.-The white/black wire quick connects can easily be installed backwards, if one doesn't pay attention. You will know you did it wrong if your bass sounds tinny.-The J pickup can be thin sounding if the user is looking for a real aggressive tone. To remedy this, I've done a bass build using an EMG P pickup in the neck position, and an EMG 35 DC in the bridge.Like I said, I have used the EMG PJ set 4 times in the past, and two of my current basses have these. I'm building a bass right now, and guess what pickups I intend to use? You guessed it. EMG has made it so easy now for everyone to enjoy these pickups. Gone are the days of endless soldering. A very happy bassist here.
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By dstandby
The improvement in the sound of the bass was awsome. The instructions for installation were clear. I totally recommend this set to improve a medium level bass!.
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