EMG LJX Active Bass Pickup in Black
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- EMG3173
Description
EMG LJX Active Bass Pickup in Black
The EMG LJX is a punchy active single-coil bridge pickup engineered for Jazz Bass–style instruments, delivering articulate highs and defined lows without the noise floor of passive designs. Its compact footprint and ceramic magnet construction make it a direct fit for 4-string basses seeking modern clarity and sensitivity to playing dynamics.
Tone & Output Characteristics
This active pickup generates a 4.05 kHz resonant frequency that locks in punchy mids and crisp articulation across the frequency spectrum. Output reaches 2.00V under normal finger and thumb playing, with 8.00V of headroom available on aggressive thump technique—giving you responsive dynamic range without forcing you toward compression or limiting.
Design & Specifications
The LJX arrives wired and ready with a complete electronics package: two 25k volume pots, a 25k active tone pot with variable low-pass filtering, stereo output jack, battery bus, and all necessary cables for immediate installation. Its Jazz Bass long-design footprint measures 93.99mm × 18.54mm, accommodating strings up to 69.2mm width on standard 4-string configurations.
Key Features
- Active Single Coil Bass Bridge Pickup with Jazz Bass Long Design
- 4-String Configuration
- Ceramic Magnet Type
- Length: 93.99mm (3.70")
- Width: 18.54mm (0.73")
- Maximum Recommended String Width: 69.2mm (2.725")
- Resonant Frequency: 4.05 kHz
- Output Voltage (Finger/Thumb): 2.00V
- Output Voltage (Thump): 8.00V
- Quick Connectors
- Black Cover
- Includes 2 × 25k volume pots, 1 × 25k active tone pot (VLPF), battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting screws, pickup cables, connect cables, output cable, and battery cable
The EMG LJX brings low-noise active performance and flexible dynamics control to any Jazz Bass–format instrument seeking transparent, responsive tone.
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At a Glance
The EMG LJX is an active single-coil bridge pickup built for Jazz Bass–style instruments, delivering articulate highs and punchy mids without passive noise. Its dynamic responsiveness lets you dial in anything from fingerstyle finesse to aggressive thumb technique without fighting compression, and it arrives fully wired with pots, tone control, and cables ready to install. Choose it for reliable studio-session clarity and stage-ready tone that sits cleanly in any jazz or funk mix.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Home Recording
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What bass models does the LJX fit?
The LJX is designed for Jazz Bass–style instruments with a long-design footprint of 93.99mm × 18.54mm. It accommodates standard 4-string basses with string widths up to 69.2mm, making it a direct fit for most Fender Jazz Bass and Jazz Bass–format instruments.
Is this pickup suitable for metal or hard rock?
No. The LJX is voiced for jazz, funk, and studio sessions—delivering articulate, transparent tone rather than the aggressive, high-gain character needed for metal or hard rock.
What's included in the box, and is installation easy?
The LJX arrives fully wired with two 25k volume pots, a 25k active tone pot with variable low-pass filtering, stereo output jack, battery bus, and all necessary cables. It's designed for immediate installation into compatible bass bodies.
How does the dynamic range work—can I play hard without distortion?
The pickup generates 2.00V output under normal fingerstyle playing and up to 8.00V headroom with aggressive thump technique, giving you responsive dynamics without forcing you toward compression or limiting.
Does the active electronics require a battery?
Yes. As an active pickup, the LJX requires battery power, which is included in the wiring harness. The battery bus is part of the complete electronics package that comes with the pickup.
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. 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.
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