EMG MMCS
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EMG
MMCS
Product Info
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The EMG MMCS nails that signature Music Man thump – think Flea, Pino Palladino, that kind of vibe. It's a fantastic upgrade for basses wanting a powerful, clear, and aggressive tone without the fuss of soldering. Ideal for rock, funk, and anything needing serious low-end drive.
Product Description
- EMG -MMCS
- Pickup for Electric Bass
- Active humbucker with ceramic and steel magnets
- MM Style
- Ceramic and steel magnets for transparent trebles and warmth
- Powerful bass
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 88.9 x 19.6 x 48.3 mm
- Colour: Black
- Including EMG's exclusive solderless installation system: 25K volume pot
- 25k tone pot
- battery bus
- stereo output jack
- 1 pair of mounting screws
- pickup cable
- 2 connection cables
- output cable
- battery cable
PROS
- • Ceramic/steel magnet combo delivers balanced, articulate low-end response
- • EMG’s solderless system simplifies installation for most players
- • Provides the classic Music Man bass tone with enhanced clarity
- • Pre-wired pots and jack offer a complete, ready-to-install solution
CONS
- • Active circuitry demands battery power, impacting overall bass weight and longevity
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to passive pickups – a focused sound
- • The solderless system, while convenient, can be less reliable long-term
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Active humbucker
Magnet
Ceramic and Steel
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
8.8 kΩ
Mounting
4-Hole
Strings
4-string bass
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Frequently Asked Questions
The steel adds warmth and a touch of vintage character, preventing the ceramic’s typical harshness and boosting upper harmonics for better clarity.
It's quite accessible, but understanding basic wiring concepts helps; you'll be connecting cables, not soldering joints.
EMG pickups are renowned for their low noise, significantly quieter than many passive alternatives, thanks to their active circuit design.
