Detail 01
Active pickups
There is a preamp inside each pickup. It needs a 9V battery and drives your amp harder than passives.
Product detailSKU #1273887998157
EMGP-X Active Bass Pickup Set Black
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Active P-style bass pickup set from EMG in black. For P-bass players who want a high-output, low-noise replacement and are willing to run a 9V battery.
Strong match
Who this is for
- P-bass players chasing consistent high output for rock or metal
- Stage rigs where single-coil hum and noise are a problem
- Players comfortable with a battery-powered active circuit onboard
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want vintage passive P-bass warmth and dynamics
- Anyone unwilling to route a battery cavity or manage battery changes
- Jazz bass or other non-P pickup routes without modification
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
P-X series
The X variant runs less preamp coloration than standard EMG actives, so it keeps more open top end and dynamics.
Detail 03
P-style split-coil set
Drops into a standard Precision Bass pickup route. Two halves, wired as one, humbucking by design.
Detail 04
Black covers
Standard black plastic. Matches most pickguards but will not blend with chrome or open-coil looks.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No bass included — this is a replacement pickup set for an existing instrument
- 02Active pickups need a 9V battery and a place in the body to hold it
- 03Your bass needs a standard P-style route; other routes require modification
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do these need a battery?
Yes. They are active pickups, so a 9V battery powers the onboard preamp. Unplug your cable when not playing to preserve it.
02Will these fit any bass?
They fit a standard P-style split-coil route. Basses with different pickup cavities need routing or a different set.
03What is the difference from a regular EMG P?
The X series uses a preamp with less coloration, keeping more headroom and natural top end while staying quiet.
04Are these noisy like single-coils?
No. The split-coil design is humbucking, and the active circuit keeps the noise floor low.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
