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EMG H Active Single Coil Pickup in Chrome vs EMG 45J-R 6-String Active Soapbar Bass Pickup in Black
The EMG H is a single-coil pickup designed for guitar retrofits in standard pickup cavities, while the 45J-R is a bass-specific soapbar pickup built for six-string bass applications. Choose the EMG H if you're upgrading a guitar for articulate single-coil tone; choose the 45J-R if you're installing or upgrading a six-string bass.
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EMG 45J-R 6-String Active Soapbar Bass Pickup in Black
Specs side by side
| EMG H Active Single Coil Pickup in Chrome | EMG 45J-R 6-String Active Soapbar Bass Pickup in Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.00 | $129.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG H Active Single Coil Pickup in Chrome
- ✓ Fits standard guitar pickup routes without modification
- ✓ Single-coil character with hum-canceling active design
- ✓ Compact humbucker-sized housing; easy retrofit
- ✓ 3.00V output provides excellent headroom and clarity
Why choose EMG 45J-R 6-String Active Soapbar Bass Pickup in Black
- ✓ Engineered specifically for six-string bass frequency range
- ✓ Dual output modes (2.00V finger/thumb, 4.50V thump) for dynamic versatility
- ✓ Reverse coil orientation creates unique tonal perspective
- ✓ 115mm soapbar form factor fits standard bass routes
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the 45J-R in a guitar?
No. The 45J-R is designed and dimensioned for six-string bass applications. Its 115mm length and 92mm string width accommodate bass string spacing, not guitar pickup cavities.
Can I use the EMG H in a bass?
Technically the EMG H could fit a bass cavity, but it is engineered for guitar frequency response and single-coil character. The 45J-R is the proper bass-voiced choice for six-string bass.
Which pickup has better output?
The EMG H delivers 3.00V on strum with tight, punchy character. The 45J-R offers 2.00V standard or 4.50V in thump mode, optimized for bass dynamics. Neither is universally 'better'—they serve different instruments.
How long do the batteries last in each?
Both pickups run at 80 microamps @ 9V and deliver approximately 3,000 hours of battery life between changes, roughly one to two years under normal use.