EMG JV HZ Passive Bass Pickup Set in Red
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG7479
Description
EMG JV HZ Passive Bass Pickup Set
The EMG JV-HZ Passive delivers classic passive bass tone with modern hum-canceling engineering, making it a solid choice for bass players seeking warm, articulate fundamentals without active electronics. This pickup set combines Alnico construction with side-by-side coil positioning to eliminate 60-cycle hum while maintaining the organic response passive players expect. The included solderless wiring harness streamlines installation, keeping downtime minimal—critical when you're relying on your instrument for gigs and rehearsals.
Tonal Character & Specifications
Alnico 5 pole pieces in both neck and bridge pickups establish a warm, balanced frequency response with natural compression and defined low-end articulation that cuts through a live mix. The side-by-side coil arrangement creates hum-canceling geometry without sacrificing the transparent dynamics that passive bass pickups are known for, eliminating unwanted noise while preserving pickup sensitivity and note definition on stage.
Installation & Included Hardware
Solderless connectivity throughout the system allows quick, tool-free installation using the provided cables and connectors. This EMG set ships complete with all necessary components: two 250k volume potentiometers, one 250k tone potentiometer, mono output jack, mounting hardware, bridge ground connector and wire, and interconnect cables—everything required for a complete retrofit or new build.
Key Features
- Alnico 5 pole pieces in neck and bridge pickups
- Side-by-side coil positioning for hum cancellation
- Passive design—no batteries or active circuitry required
- Solderless installation system
- Two 250k volume potentiometers included
- One 250k tone potentiometer included
- Mono output jack provided
- Four pairs of mounting screws
- Bridge ground connector and wire
- Two pickup cables and two connect cables
- Output cable included
The JV-HZ Passive offers straightforward, transparent bass tone with the convenience of solderless wiring and a complete parts package ready to install—no sourcing additional hardware, no surprises when you open the box.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG JV-HZ Passive Bass Pickup Set delivers warm, articulate tone with hum-free performance using Alnico 5 construction and side-by-side coil positioning, all wired with solderless connectivity for quick installation. Built for bass players who want classic passive character without active electronics, it suits retrofit projects, gigging musicians, and studio sessions where organic dynamics and low-end definition matter. Choose this set for a complete retrofit package that installs without soldering and maintains transparent pickup response across genres.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Bass Guitar Retrofit, Home Recording, Studio Sessions, Gigging |
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| Tonal character | Warm, articulate, balanced low-end, natural compression, transparent dynamics |
| Less specialized for | High-output Metal Bass, Active Electronics Preference (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes in the box with this pickup set?
The set includes two Alnico 5 pickups (neck and bridge), two 250k volume potentiometers, one 250k tone potentiometer, a mono output jack, solderless cables and connectors, mounting hardware, a bridge ground connector with wire, and an output cable—everything needed for a complete retrofit or new build without requiring soldering.
Is soldering required to install these pickups?
No. The EMG JV-HZ system uses solderless connectivity throughout, with tool-free cables and connectors that plug together for quick installation and minimal downtime.
Will this pickup set eliminate hum?
Yes. The side-by-side coil positioning creates hum-canceling geometry that eliminates 60-cycle hum while preserving the transparent dynamics and note definition you expect from passive bass pickups.
Do these pickups require batteries or active electronics?
No. The JV-HZ Passive is a fully passive design with no batteries or active circuitry, delivering straightforward bass tone with the reliability of passive systems.
What tone should I expect from these pickups?
The Alnico 5 construction produces warm, articulate fundamentals with balanced low-end response, natural compression, and defined note clarity—classic passive bass character suitable for jazz, funk, rock, and studio sessions.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $14 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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