EMG JA Set

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EMG JA Set

EMG

JA Set

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 456633
Brand: EMG
Model: JA Set
Price: $181.50

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The EMG JA set is a fantastic option for players seeking a vintage J-Bass vibe with a bit more warmth and clarity than the standard ceramic magnet versions. It’s a well-rounded, easy-to-install upgrade that’s especially appealing to those chasing a classic Motown or early rock sound – a real workhorse for session players and gigging musicians.

Product Description

EMG JA Set, Pickup set for 4-string electric bass, 2 J-style pickups

Similar to the J, but uses domed Alnico V magnets instead of ceramic, resulting in a warm and open tone for a vintage sound with a similarly wide frequency range and the clarity of original J-Bass pickups

*Complete set with:*

, 2 x 25K volume pot, 1 x 25K tone pot, Battery clip, Jack socket, Cable

PROS
  • • Domed Alnico V magnets deliver a noticeably warmer, more vintage tone.
  • • 25K pots offer a smoother, more classic J-Bass EQ response.
  • • Complete set simplifies installation and ensures proper component matching.
  • • EMG’s active circuitry provides consistent output and reduced noise.
CONS
  • • Active pickups require a battery, adding to the bass’s overall weight.
  • • The tone, while vintage-inspired, might lack the aggressive edge of some modern pickups.
  • • 25K pots are a bit lower end; higher value pots could offer more tonal flexibility.

Product Video

Key Features

Position Bridge and Neck
Magnet Domed Alnico V
Output Level High
DC Resistance 7.5k Ohms (approximate, per pickup)
Mounting Standard 4-string J-Bass mounting holes
Cover Chrome

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Frequently Asked Questions

The JA set is noticeably warmer and rounder, losing some of the harsher high-end bite of the standard EMG J pickups while retaining a similar overall clarity and punch.
While functional, 25K pots offer a more restricted EQ range compared to higher value pots; more experienced users might eventually want to upgrade them for greater versatility.
Yes, they'll function passively, but you’ll lose the active boost and noise reduction. The tone will be more subdued and less defined than with active preamps.

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