What's included in the box?

The set includes a neck pickup, bridge pickup, active preamp circuit with two volume controls and master tone control, output jack, battery clip, two EMG Quik-Connect cables, and adjustment screws. Everything is prewired and ready to drop into most bass configurations.

How long does the battery last?

The single 9V battery lasts approximately 3,000 hours of typical use with a current draw of just 80 microamps, translating to several months of regular playing between changes.

Will these work in drop tunings?

No—the EMG JV set is not designed for drop tunings and performs best in standard and traditional tuning ranges.

How do these compare to passive Jazz Bass pickups?

The JV set delivers the same vintage warmth and harmonic depth as passive designs but with active circuitry that eliminates hum and maintains consistent output across registers, giving you classic tone without the noise and signal drop of passive pickups.

Are these pickups easy to install?

Yes—the prewired control set, Quik-Connect cables, and included battery clip are designed for straightforward installation on most basses, eliminating complex wiring and keeping the setup clean.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $13 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.

EMG JV Active Bass Pickup Set in Black

The EMG JV set bridges classic Jazz Bass character with modern active electronics, delivering articulate, noise-free response without sacrificing vintage warmth. Built for gigging bass players who need that iconic passive tone while eliminating hum and maintaining consistent output across registers—on stages and in studios where clarity cuts through the mix.

Tone & Active Electronics

Built around Alnico 5 pole pieces in an offset design, the JV set captures the resonance of traditional passive Jazz Bass pickups while active circuitry eliminates noise inherent to vintage designs. The preamp circuit draws minimal current—just 80 microamps at 9V—extending battery life to 3,000 hours, meaning months of regular use between battery changes and one less thing to worry about on the road.

Setup & Integration

Installation is straightforward with EMG's exclusive Quik-Connect cables (2 included) and a prewired control set ready to drop into most bass configurations. The package includes two volume controls, a master tone control, output jack, battery clip, and adjustment screws, eliminating guesswork during installation and keeping your wiring clean and reliable for gigs.

Key Features

Neck Pickup: 91.19mm (3.59") length × 18.54mm (0.73") width
Bridge Pickup: 93.99mm (3.70") length × 18.54mm (0.73") width
Alnico 5 pole pieces with offset design
Active circuitry powered by single 9V battery
Battery life: 3,000 hours of typical use
Current draw: 80 microamps at 9V
Connectivity via 6.35mm jack
Two EMG Quik-Connect cables included
Prewired with two volume controls and master tone control
Includes battery clip and adjustment screws
Black finish
Delivers classic vintage Jazz Bass tone without passive pickup noise

The EMG JV set offers the harmonic depth of passive designs with the reliability and noise immunity of active electronics—a genuine choice for bass players who demand traditional tone with modern durability and consistency night after night.