EMG 45Hz BassPickup
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EMG
45Hz BassPickup
Product Info
Article Number:
235195
Brand:
EMG
Model:
45Hz BassPickup
Category:
Pickups for 6-String Basses
Price:
$119.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The EMG 45Hz is a fantastic option if you’re chasing a warmer, more vintage-inspired bass tone. Its passive design delivers a natural feel and a pleasing midrange, perfect for players who favor a more organic sound – especially ideal for session work or quieter gigs where active pickups might be overkill.
Product Description
- EMG 45Hz BassPickup
- Pickup for 6-String Electric Bass
- Passive
- Suitable for bridge and neck position
- Warm tone with soft attack and wide midrange
- Max. string spacing: 95.25 mm
- Housing length: 115 mm
- Made in USA
*Included in delivery:*
- EMG exclusive solderless installation system
- 1x 250k volume potentiometer
- 1x 250k tone potentiometer
- 1x Mono output jack
- 2 Pairs of mounting screws
- 1x Bridge ground plug
- 1x Pick-up cable
- 2x Connecting cable
- 1x Output cable
- 1x Bridge ground wire
PROS
- • Passive design retains natural wood resonance and feel
- • Warm tone excels for funk, jazz, and mellow rock styles
- • Included potentiometers and wiring simplify installation for many
- • Solid construction and EMG quality inspire confidence and longevity
CONS
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to active pickups
- • 95.25 mm spacing may require modification for wider string spacing
- • Passive nature means less output and less ability to drive amp
Product Video
Key Features
Position
Bridge and Neck
Magnet
Alnico II
Output Level
Medium-High
DC Resistance
5.5 kΩ
Mounting
Solderless system with screws
Cover
Black ABS Plastic
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Frequently Asked Questions
The P92 is brighter and more aggressive; the 45Hz is noticeably warmer and rounder, prioritizing a smoother attack and less pronounced high-end.
It simplifies the process, but some wiring knowledge is still beneficial; it eliminates soldering the pickup itself, but connecting the pots and jack requires a basic understanding of bass electronics.
Yes, the 45Hz’s balanced output and warm tone will complement a typical single-coil nicely, creating a cohesive and pleasing sound across both pickups.
