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EMG P HZ Passive Bass Pickup in Ivory vs EMG P60A Long Shaft Active P90-Size Humbucker Pickup in White
The EMG P HZ is a passive P-bass pickup for four-string basses seeking vintage tone without batteries, while the EMG P60A is an active guitar humbucker in P90 format designed for studio and live work with low-noise electronics. Choose the P HZ if you play bass and want classic P-bass character; choose the P60A if you play guitar and need articulate, noise-free active performance.
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EMG P60A Long Shaft Active P90-Size Humbucker Pickup in White
Specs side by side
| EMG P HZ Passive Bass Pickup in Ivory | EMG P60A Long Shaft Active P90-Size Humbucker Pickup in White | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG P HZ Passive Bass Pickup in Ivory
- ✓ Passive design requires no batteries or active circuitry
- ✓ Authentic P-bass character with warm midrange and balanced low end
- ✓ Includes all necessary controls and mounting hardware for bass installation
- ✓ Budget-friendly option for classic rock, blues, and funk applications
Why choose EMG P60A Long Shaft Active P90-Size Humbucker Pickup in White
- ✓ Active electronics deliver low-noise (-100 dB) performance for recording and live settings
- ✓ Alnico magnet construction provides warmth and responsiveness in a compact P90 footprint
- ✓ Solderless wiring harness speeds installation on standard guitar electronics
- ✓ Resonant frequency tuned (1.80 kHz) for clarity between warmth and articulation
Frequently asked questions
Are these both bass pickups?
No. The P HZ is designed for four-string bass guitars and delivers P-bass character. The P60A is a guitar humbucker in P90 housing format and is not compatible with bass instruments.
Which one requires batteries?
Only the P60A requires a battery for active operation; its battery life is rated at 3,000 hours. The P HZ is fully passive and requires no batteries or external power.
Which is better for recording?
The P60A is explicitly designed for studio recording and delivers -100 dB noise floor and articulate tone with active clarity. The P HZ is well-suited to home recording but excels in rock, blues, and funk rather than noise-critical studio environments.
What's the main tonal difference?
The P HZ delivers warm, vintage P-bass fundamentals with balanced low end. The P60A emphasizes articulation and punch with Alnico warmth, tuned to 1.80 kHz for clarity between warmth and definition.