EMG TBHZ Bass Pickup
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EMG
TBHZ Bass Pickup
Product Info
Article Number:
301842
Brand:
EMG
Model:
TBHZ Bass Pickup
Category:
Pickups for Basses
Price:
$119.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
