What's the difference between the PX and LJX pickups in this set?

The PX (neck position) resonates at 3.20 KHz with 2.00V string and 8.50V thump output, capturing definition and attack. The LJX (bridge position) sits at 4.05 KHz with 2.00V string and 8.00V thump output, anchoring the low end with articulate response. Both maintain low noise floors and identical 2.00 Kohm output impedance for a transparent signal path.

What's included in the box, and do I need to solder anything?

The set includes both pickups, an active VLPF tone control, two 25K volume potentiometers, one 25K active tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup and connection cables, output and battery cables, and a complete solderless wiring harness. No soldering required—everything is plug-and-play.

What genres and playing styles is this set best suited for?

The PJX excels in studio sessions, gigging, modern jazz, funk, and progressive music where articulate attack, cut-through clarity, and tight low end are essential. It's not ideally voiced for traditional jazz or folk styles that favor warmer, more vintage tone.

How does the active tone control work?

The included active VLPF (very low-pass filter) tone control allows you to roll off high frequencies with surgical precision, letting you shape brightness and presence without losing definition across the frequency spectrum.

What skill level do I need to install this pickup set?

The solderless wiring harness makes installation straightforward for experienced players and technicians; intermediate to advanced players comfortable with bass electronics should have no trouble with the plug-and-play integration.

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 $15 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 PJX Active Bass Pickup Set in White

The EMG PJX delivers articulate, modern bass tone with the responsiveness and headroom that active electronics provide. This ceramic magnet pickup set pairs a precision-style front pickup with a jazz-style rear pickup, engineered to cut through dense live mixes while maintaining clarity across the frequency spectrum. The included solderless wiring harness eliminates the need for soldering, making installation straightforward for experienced players and technicians.

Tone & Output Character

The PX pickup (neck position) resonates at 3.20 KHz with 2.00V output on strings and 8.50V on thump, capturing definition and attack for aggressive playing. The LJX pickup (bridge position) sits at 4.05 KHz with 2.00V string output and 8.00V thump output, anchoring the low end with articulate response that holds up in a band context. Both pickups maintain low noise floors (−106 dB and −105 dB respectively at 60 Hz) and share 2.00 Kohm output impedance for transparent signal path integrity that stays tight on stage.

Electronics & Installation

The system includes an active VLPF tone control designed to roll off high frequencies with surgical precision, allowing you to shape brightness without sacrificing presence in live performance. The complete wiring harness ships with two 25K volume potentiometers, one 25K active tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup switching bus, pickup and connection cables, output cable, and battery cable—everything needed for plug-and-play integration without breaking down on the road.

Key Features

Active PJ bass pickup set with increased headroom
Ceramic magnet construction
White finish
PX pickup: 3.20 KHz resonant frequency; 2.00V string output; 8.50V thump output; −106 dB noise floor
LJX pickup: 4.05 KHz resonant frequency; 2.00V string output; 8.00V thump output; −105 dB noise floor
Both pickups: 2.00 Kohm output impedance
Active VLPF tone control for high-frequency roll-off
Solderless wiring harness included
Two 25K volume potentiometers and one 25K active tone pot
Complete accessory package: battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup/connection cables, output and battery cables, mounting hardware

This pickup set combines precise tonal shaping with straightforward installation, delivering the controlled articulation and extended frequency response that gigging bass players depend on night after night.