active pickups

  1. J

    Old EMG P/J pickups - help me figure out this mess!

    Hello everyone, My uncle gifted me his old bass. He can’t remember when he threw in these active EMGs but best guess is in the 90’s or early 2000s. Everything works except for the volume pots. When I lower the volume to “0” it doesn’t completely cut the sound off, it just reduces it. I could...
  2. T

    Mid-90s Ibanez SR. 506 replacement preamp and pickup question....

    Hello all. Apologies if this has been covered before. I did a search it couldn't find anything quickly. I have an Ibanez SR506 from the mid-90s. I can't tell exactly what year but I've seen other models from 1995 through 97 that look identical. It has all stock electronics. Wanting to replace...
  3. T

    Epiphone Thunderbird Pro IV - no balls on top end??

    For you guys & gals who have experience with this bass with active pickups: I play melodically - almost lead-like - a lot on the higher strings and upper fretboard ala John Entwistle & Geddy Lee etc. I get monster low end tone, but on the higher strings and frets I’m getting a tinny, almost...
  4. EMG JX pickup set
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    For sale EMG JX pickup set

    **FOR SALE ONLY - $100 shipped in lower 48 of US** Please PM with offers Hey all! (sadly) Parting with some of my gear, but happy I can give these to a good home! These are the EMG SJX and EMG LJX active pickups. I had these installed in my Ibanez CT 5-string and they've known no other bass...
    $100.00
  5. Plucky The Bassist

    SOLD EMG JX pickup set

    **FOR SALE ONLY - $100 shipped in lower 48 of US** Please PM with offers Hey all! (sadly) Parting with some of my gear, but happy I can give these to a good home! These are the EMG SJX and EMG LJX active pickups. I had these installed in my Ibanez CT 5-string and they've known no other bass...
  6. Riff Ranger

    Active Pickups Not Playing Well with Distortion Pedals

    While I generally play “active” basses (i.e. basses with onboard preamps), only one I currently own has active pickups: my 1988 Ibanez RD828, with proprietary “regulated lo-z” reverse-P and J. That one sounds great, and even seems to like a bit of overdrive, but it sounds somewhere between...
  7. P

    Fralin/Bartolini compatibility? (or general active-passive)

    So this is sort of about two different basses that I have. The first one has a pretty interesting layout: one single P-bass pickup, but ample room for an active preamp, with space for four knobs and a switch. I put in a Lindy Fralin pickup, and had someone connect it to a Bartolini TCT. They...
  8. C

    Active Pickup Recommendations: Marcus Miller Jazz / John East

    Hey fam, I have a killer early MM jazz that I dropped a John East pre in about ten years ago. This bass has been in storage for a hot minute, and turns out, the neck pickup is as dead as a doornail. I need recs for a great all around set of active(switchable to passive) pickups that could...
  9. T

    Alembic AXY Active circuitry help?

    Hi all Im building a Stanley Clarke alembic style bass- Ive sourced hardware and some AXY pick ups but no active circuitry. Ive emailed Alembic and get no reply- does anyone know whether there are aftermarket wiring looms that will work? Maybe Bartolini or EMG looms which are easily available?
  10. EMG PJ Pickups Set Active USA 4-string bass

    For sale EMG PJ Pickups Set Active USA 4-string bass

    For sale as a set of active EMG PJ pickups for a 4-string bass made in the USA. Cosmetically the pickups are in great condition other than the faded logos. There is an abundance of lead wire on the pickups. I’m asking $75 + $5 shipping via USPS Priority Mail with payment via PayPal. Feel free...
    $75.00
  11. bassbooty

    For Sale EMG PJ Pickups Set Active USA 4-string bass

    For sale as a set of active EMG PJ pickups for a 4-string bass made in the USA. Cosmetically the pickups are in great condition other than the faded logos. There is an abundance of lead wire on the pickups. I’m asking $75 + $5 shipping via USPS Priority Mail with payment via PayPal. Feel free...
  12. E_strat

    Blend Pot For Spector Euro

    Hey all! I know this has been a topic of discussion before, but I am having trouble narrowing some of my searches. I'm looking to replace one of the volume knobs on my Euro 6LX with a blend knob. I prefer to have a single master volume and a blend knob rather than a master volume for each...
  13. S

    Upgrading Carving LB75 from 1996 with new Delano Sonar 3 MS Preamp | Troubles with Noise and Volume

    I made a post on a Carvin Owners group but so far I have not figured out what is going on. Here is the video and some photos: Log into Facebook In the video: you can hear the noise from a local radio station picking up. My questions are these: What are the 2 extra black wires for? These are...
  14. Emg PJX pickups
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    For sale Emg PJX pickups

    Pulled from a new schecter. Includes the pickup cables. I probably have some pots if needed. $110 shipped conus
    $110.00
  15. wolfkeller

    SOLD Emg PJX pickups

    Pulled from a new schecter. Includes the pickup cables. I probably have some pots if needed. $110 shipped conus
  16. roadraider

    Pup phase cancellation questions.

    I'm posting these questions b/c I'm hoping somebody here has already tried this idea, and it worked out for them w/o big phase cancellation problems between the pick ups. I'm customizing a P-Bass copy and moving it's D&G coil in front of it's E&A coil, to effectively make a "Reverse P"...
  17. EMG J5 Fender V (American Standard Five String) Size, Active Jazz Bass Set with Wiring and Controls
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    For sale EMG J5 Fender V (American Standard Five String) Size, Active Jazz Bass Set with Wiring and Controls

    EMG J5, Fender American Standard / Elite Jazz V / 5 String size. Crystal clear, accurate and even tones across the board. I had them in my Fender Marcus Miller 5 String Bass for a while. I loved the sound, especially with the BTS preamp, but I needed a wooly sounding, fat and nasty, Soul Gospel...
    $125.00
  18. Alan Ace Cooper

    SOLD EMG J5 Fender V (American Standard Five String) Size, Active Jazz Bass Set with Wiring and Controls

    EMG J5, Fender American Standard / Elite Jazz V / 5 String size. Crystal clear, accurate and even tones across the board. I had them in my Fender Marcus Miller 5 String Bass for a while. I loved the sound, especially with the BTS preamp, but I needed a wooly sounding, fat and nasty, Soul Gospel...
  19. Swampish

    Xvive U2 Wireless System and Active Pickups

    I've been using the Xvive U2 wireless system with my passive Fenders for a while now and love how reliable they are and how long their charge lasts. Recently, I bought an active SBMM Ray34HH and it seems like there might be some interference of some sort when using the Xvive. Not consistent...
  20. Evilheim

    Master volume and pasive tone, before or after the preamp?

    Hi everyone! A few weeks ago I started a project about rewiring completely my Fender Jaguar Bass, as it happens some times, I ended up trying to make everything as clean, good and electronically efficient as I can, being that one of the goals of the project so I can learn more about...
  21. CPH5000

    Gibson Les Paul Wiring Information

    Hello. Long time lurker; first time poster. I bought a secondhand Gibson Les Paul 2013 from a seller on eBay. About 6 months after having it I decided to try it out and discovered somebody had replaced the original pickups with active pickups. I don't like active pickups and I'd like to return...
    • CPH5000
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    • active pickups gibson les paul
    • Replies: 36
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  22. Tune TWB-4 Silver Korea

    For sale Tune TWB-4 Silver Korea

    I'm a guitar player who just needs one bass for recording. I picked up this Tune Guitar Technology bass a few years ago and it's served me well. Recently got a G&L, and want to move the Tune. it's got two dings on the front, one on the back, and a few rough spots of no consequence on the neck...
    $500.00
    • Strings: 4
  23. T

    For Sale Tune TWB-4 Silver Korea

    I'm a guitar player who just needs one bass for recording. I picked up this Tune Guitar Technology bass a few years ago and it's served me well. Recently got a G&L, and want to move the Tune. it's got two dings on the front, one on the back, and a few rough spots of no consequence on the neck...
  24. Warwick Rockbass Streamer NT 5string
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    For sale Warwick Rockbass Streamer NT 5string

    Putting out a feeler here. This is my 2012 Warwick Rockbass Streamer NT. It’s setup nice and plays well. I got it NOS and the only thing I’ve done is change the strings (labella flats) and added the fretboard decals (very easily removed by me or you). It weighs around 9 pounds, I’ll get an exact...
    $700.00
    • Strings: 5
  25. Gustopher

    No longer available Warwick Rockbass Streamer NT 5string

    Putting out a feeler here. This is my 2012 Warwick Rockbass Streamer NT. It’s setup nice and plays well. I got it NOS and the only thing I’ve done is change the strings (labella flats) and added the fretboard decals (very easily removed by me or you). It weighs around 9 pounds, I’ll get an exact...
  26. muxis

    Low but distorted sound from active bass

    Hi, I have an SX jazz bass with active Bassline pickups in it. Recently been having this strange problem. Every time when I plug it in, the level is substantially soft and it's slightly distorted. After like 5-10minutes leaving it plugged in the sound will eventually go back to normal. If I...
  27. Rockbassman-yo

    Replacing active soapbar pickups with passive

    I'm new here so please forgive me if this question has already been posted and discussed: I would like to replace the active soapbar-style pickups on my Conklin 5-string with passive pickups. Would this be a straightforward task or would it require replacing pots or messy adjustments? Other than...
  28. P

    Active pickups into a Bartolini NTMB harness?

    I have a bass with cheap active pickups. I got rid of the stock preamp because it sounded terrible, and I have a Bartolini NTMB harness which will fit perfectly into the control cavity. (Not super committed to these pickups either, just want to see how they sound through a good OBP.) However...
  29. Clanker

    John East preamp with EMG pickups

    Hi all, I have a Marcus Miller signature Jazz bass by Fender. I'm thinking of installing a John East preamp that is designed especially for this bass. Thing is, I replaced the original pickups with active EMGs. The bass is now without a preamp. My question is: can I install the John East preamp...
  30. Nangs

    Breathing life into an old bass

    Hi guys first post here! I have what I call my "beater bass" that I've messaged about on for years but and now beginning to properly get into playing and learning. Tldr my bass is battered all the pots are wobbly and theres and constant buzzing due to years of abuse and I really like the sound...
  31. Muchdoge

    Can i use a tone monster sbk 2b preamp kit on active bc rich duel ps

    Im working on a ebay kit guitar and have pickups but no wiring and need to know if i can just use a tone monster preamp specifically an sbk2b. This is my first project to deal with active pickups so i dont know much and need help.
  32. Diablo Benneth

    New Bass, Active mode problems.

    Hi,, i'm new to this site and my english is terrible. I just buy a new Cort B5 Plus AS RM from a local store. The passive work normally but when i switch to active, no sounds at all. One more thing is even when i i play passive mode,, the battery turns hot like if it was short or something.. i...
  33. Vintage EMG active pickups
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    For sale Vintage EMG active pickups

    These are vintage (early 80s I believe) EMG active pickups. They sound awesome! Took them out of my old bass and put in something else to try out... I have all the electronics that go with these pups... Will trade for Aguilars (will add cash) 4JHC Shipped CONUS. Thank you
    $80.00
  34. V

    SOLD Vintage EMG active pickups

    These are vintage (early 80s I believe) EMG active pickups. They sound awesome! Took them out of my old bass and put in something else to try out... I have all the electronics that go with these pups... Will trade for Aguilars (will add cash) 4JHC Shipped CONUS. Thank you
  35. Several ACTIVE pickups for sale EMG Seymour Duncan BassLines
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    For sale Several ACTIVE pickups for sale EMG Seymour Duncan BassLines

    Active Pickups for sale; all of them are active ; that means they have a modern sound and have an internal preamp inside the pickups and will require at least 9 volts to operate. NEW EMG active P type; totally new old stock- $60 Used EMG-X Active Jazz set in cool Ivory Cream Color; great...
    $30.00 to $60.00
  36. L

    SOLD Several ACTIVE pickups for sale EMG Seymour Duncan BassLines

    Active Pickups for sale; all of them are active ; that means they have a modern sound and have an internal preamp inside the pickups and will require at least 9 volts to operate. NEW EMG active P type; totally new old stock- $60 Used EMG-X Active Jazz set in cool Ivory Cream Color; great...
  37. Joe Nerve

    Active preamp with passive pickups vs active pickups. What's the deal?

    I started a thread yesterday, but want to be more specific. Just purchased a Rockbass with passive MEC pickups and an active preamp. Some RBs have passive/passive, some passive/active, and some active/active. Questions: 1. Will a passive bass with an active preamp sound exactly like a...
  38. Rumblejohn

    BTB 455 Active Pickups

    My 10yr old Ibby has had a fairly low output signal since new, but now it seems to getting worse. It is not hard on batteries (18v), but it distorts and goes dead intermittently. The Nuetrik input jack is worn, but not noisy. Any ideas on what to replace? It has Bartolini Mk1 pickups, and a...
  39. M

    I need EMG pickup help!

    I was gonna add new pickups to my bass, an old dean edge 09, and was wondering if the following pickups can be used in it: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/EMG35DCBK--emg-35dc-active-ceramic-modern-humbucker-bass-pickup-black...
  40. M

    Five string bass with single coil pickups?

    Hello looking for a new five stringer. What I’m looking for is Five strings Preferably 35” scale but 34” is okay P/J configuration or JJ configuration Active preamp or active pickups $900-$950 budget
    • MateoG78
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    • 35 scale active pickups active preamp five string bass single coil pickup
    • Replies: 29
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
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