EMG TBHZ Bass Pickup

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EMG TBHZ Bass Pickup

EMG

TBHZ Bass Pickup

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 301842
Brand: EMG
Model: TBHZ Bass Pickup
Price: $119.90

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The TBHZ is a solid choice for players wanting a vintage-inspired TB-style bass tone with a good dose of punch. It’s a surprisingly affordable way to add some serious growl and warmth to your bass, perfect for rock, blues, and classic country players who appreciate a simpler, more traditional sound.

Product Description

  • EMG TBHZ Bass Pickup
  • Pickup for electric bass
  • For TB-style electric bass
  • Passive humbucker
  • Alnico magnets with steel bars
  • Warm
  • full sound with plenty of punch and output
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 94.3 x 22.9 x 41.9 mm
  • Colour: Black
  • Incl. EMGs exclusive solderless installation system
  • pickup cable
  • and mounting screws
PROS
  • • Alnico magnets deliver a warm, musical, and responsive tone.
  • • Steel bar construction enhances output and focused low-mids.
  • • Solderless installation simplifies upgrades, especially for less experienced users.
  • • Compact dimensions fit comfortably in most TB-style bass cavities.
CONS
  • • Passive design limits versatility compared to active pickups.
  • • Output, while punchy, might be a bit lacking for extreme metal genres.
  • • Alnico magnet response isn't as aggressive as ceramic alternatives.

Product Video

Key Features

Type Passive Humbucker
Magnet Alnico
Output Level High
DC Resistance 11.2 kOhms
Mounting Solderless System & Screws
Strings 4-6

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Frequently Asked Questions

It offers a more vintage-voiced character than EMG’s active TB offerings, relying on Alnico magnets for a warmer, more organic tone.
Yes, it's designed to be user-friendly, though some basic wiring knowledge is still helpful for proper grounding and connections.
While it *can* be wired in, the passive nature will change the overall tone and may require adjustments to the active preamp to avoid signal loss or imbalances.

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