EMG TBTW
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EMG
TBTW
Product Info
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The EMG TBTW is a clever pickup offering a surprisingly broad range of tones in a compact package. It’s a great upgrade for players wanting to add some modern aggression or a touch of vintage warmth to their TB-style bass without needing multiple instruments. If you’re looking for a versatile, active pickup that delivers a big sound, this is a solid contender.
Product Description
- EMG TBTW
- Pickup for Bass Guitar
- Active dual mode pickup
- For TB Style E-Bass
- Change from humbucker to single coil through a push / pull potentiometer
- The single coil mode is the EMG JCS pickup
- which was built with ceramic magnets and pole pieces of steel for a rich
- warm tone
- The humbucker mode is the popular EMG CS (ceramic steel) humbucker
- for a big
- aggressive sound with a pronounced mid-range
- When using two TW pickups in the same instrument
- it is not recommended to use EMG BT or EMG BQ systems
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 94.3 x 22.9 x 41.9 mm
- Colour: Black
*In Delivery:*
- EMGs exclusive solderless installation system
- 1 Push / pull potentiometer
- 1 25k tone potentiometer
- 1 Battery bus
- 1 Stereo output jack
- 1 Pair of mounting screws
- 1 Pickup cable
- 2 Connection cables
- 1 Output cable
- 1 Battery cable
PROS
- • Dual mode versatility: seamlessly switches between aggressive humbucker and warm single coil tones.
- • JCS single coil mode delivers a rich, vintage-inspired ceramic tone.
- • CS humbucker mode provides a powerful, focused mid-range punch for modern styles.
- • Solderless installation simplifies setup for players of varying skill levels.
CONS
- • Limited compatibility: not recommended with EMG BT or BQ systems – potential conflict.
- • Active design requires a battery, adding to maintenance and potential weight.
- • While versatile, the tonal palette leans towards modern/aggressive, less vintage warmth.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Active Dual Mode Humbucker/Single Coil
Magnet
Ceramic (JCS) / Ceramic Steel (CS)
Output Level
High
DC Resistance
12.5kΩ (Humbucker) / 6.5kΩ (Single Coil) - approximate
Mounting
4-Hole TB Style
Strings
Suitable for 4-string basses
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Frequently Asked Questions
It cleanly switches between the aggressive CS humbucker and the warmer JCS single coil, allowing for a significant tonal shift without signal degradation.
While the solderless system makes installation easier, the active nature and higher output might be better suited for players already familiar with active pickups and their nuances.
Technically possible, but requires significant routing and modification; TB style pickups are physically larger and designed for specific bass contours.
