EMG B Bouzouki Pickup Black

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EMG B Bouzouki Pickup Black

EMG

B Bouzouki Pickup Black

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 401770
Brand: EMG
Model: B Bouzouki Pickup Black
Category: Other Pickups
Price: $97.90

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This EMG B pickup is a smart choice for bouzouki players seeking a clean, amplified tone without the hum. It's particularly good for those wanting a more modern, aggressive sound – think Irish traditional music with a bit more edge. The ease of installation is a definite plus, making it accessible even for less experienced DIYers.

Product Description

  • EMG B Bouzouki Pickup Black
  • Pickup for Bouzouki
  • Active
  • No noise
  • The B-Pickup complies with the EMG FT (Front Tele) pickup with an extra bracket and battery mount so that it can easily be attached to a bouzouki (or any other instrument of a similar size)
  • Requires 4 CR2032 batteries for operation (included)
  • Colour: Black
  • Includes EMG's exclusive Quick-Connect cable and output jack
PROS
  • • Active circuit eliminates noise, a huge boon for bouzouki recording
  • • FT-style design offers a familiar EMG tonal character
  • • Quick-Connect cable simplifies installation and swapping
  • • Compact bracket allows adaptable mounting on varied bouzouki sizes
CONS
  • • Requires CR2032 batteries; adds to ongoing maintenance and cost
  • • Black finish might not suit all bouzouki aesthetics
  • • Limited tonal flexibility compared to passive pickup options

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Key Features

Type Active Piezoelectric
Application Bouzouki, similar-sized stringed instruments
Output High output, balanced signal
Mounting Bracket and battery mount, adaptable design
Weight Approximately 2.5 oz

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s significantly brighter and more defined than many traditional passive pickups, offering a more focused and powerful tone, but potentially lacking some of the warmth.
While designed for bouzouki, the bracket system makes it adaptable to mandolins or other similar-sized instruments, but the tone may not be ideal without tweaking.
Yes, referencing the EMG FT pickup indicates a similar sonic profile - expect a clear, articulate tone with a slightly aggressive edge, characteristic of that EMG design.

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