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Description

Elevate your bass playing experience with the EMG 35P4 Active Bass Pickup. Designed for the discerning bassist, this pickup delivers a powerful punch with remarkable clarity, ensuring your tones cut through any mix. Its split jack magnets offer the classic P-style pickup sound, providing a rich, deep low-end that’s perfect for any genre. Whether you're slapping, picking, or playing fingerstyle, the EMG 35P4 captures every nuance of your technique with precision.

This pickup is tailored for 4-string basses, boasting a string array that maxes out at 63.5 mm, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of instruments. The EMG 35P4 comes complete with everything you need for installation, including potentiometers, a switch socket, and a battery clip, making it a hassle-free upgrade to your sound arsenal. Its robust housing design ensures durability, while the active electronics offer a seamless blend of power and finesse.

With the EMG 35P4, get ready to redefine your sound and make a statement with every note, whether you're in the studio or on stage.

Key Features:

  • For 4-string bass
  • Split jack magnets for P-style pickup sound
  • String array max: 63.5 mm
  • Includes potentiometers, switch socket, and battery clip for easy installation

Product specs

Available since December 2008
Active Pickup System Yes
Wiring Completely Wired
Colour Black
Position Bridge, Neck

FAQs

What are the tonal characteristics of the EMG 35P4 Active Bass Pickup?

The EMG 35P4 Active Bass Pickup is known for its punchy and clear tone, making it ideal for a variety of music styles, particularly those requiring precise articulation like slap bass. Its active design provides a higher output compared to passive pickups.

Can the EMG 35P4 be used in both the neck and bridge positions?

Yes, the EMG 35P4 is versatile and can be installed in either the neck or bridge position, allowing for flexible tonal options depending on your setup and preference.

Does the EMG 35P4 require a battery to operate?

Yes, as an active pickup, the EMG 35P4 requires a 9-volt battery to function. This powers the internal preamp, providing enhanced output and clarity.

Is the EMG 35P4 suitable for slap bass techniques?

Absolutely, the EMG 35P4 is particularly well-suited for slap bass due to its high output and clear, punchy sound, which enhances the percussive elements of slap playing.

How is the EMG 35P4 installed in a bass guitar?

The EMG 35P4 comes completely wired for easy installation. However, it is recommended to have it installed by a professional if you're unfamiliar with guitar electronics to ensure optimal performance.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Delivers a crisp and warm sound

  • Excellent price-performance ratio

  • Easy installation with clear instructions

  • Revitalizes old bass guitars with enhanced sound quality

CONS

  • Limited tone control with single pickup and Vol/Tone pot

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about EMG 35P4 Active Bass Pickup.

Mods and upgrades

  • EMG 35DC and 35P4 pickups are recommended for a punchier tone in post-rock/metal.

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  • Adding an "Orange Drop" capacitor to the tone knob enhances passive setups.

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  • EMG offers P and J bass pickups in soapbar housings, which can simplify conversions without body routing.

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  • Nordstrand's "big split" soapbar pickup features a split coil inside, emulating a P pickup sound.

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Features and functionality

  • EMG pickups require at least 9 volts; they can be used without a preamp.

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Setup and maintenance

  • New strings and raising pickup height can enhance sound quality.

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Use cases and applications

  • EMG 35s are noted for improving tone in LTD B204SM basses for recording.

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  • EMG-sized humbuckers allow for easy swaps with EMG 35P4X and 35JXs without modifying the body.

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User experience

  • Owners report significant tonal improvement when replacing stock LTD pickups with EMG 35s.

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  • Owners noted that converting a humbucker bass to a PJ configuration can be costly, potentially exceeding $400.

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Value and pricing

  • Custom orders from EMG may be possible for specific configurations not available in their standard lineup.

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See how Les Claypool uses EMG 35P4 Active Bass Pickup

Les Claypool

Singer, Bassist

Primus

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Verified via Carl Thompson

On Carl Thompsons website it is stated that the replica of his walnut piccolo bass is equipped with an EMG35P4 instead of the EMG35DC used in the original.

See how Frédéric Leclercq uses EMG 35P4 Active Bass Pickup

Frédéric Leclercq

Singer, Guitarist

Kreator

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According to official EMG's artist site, Frederic uses EMG 35P4 Active Bass Pickups

See how Nadja Peulen uses EMG 35P4 Active Bass Pickup

Nadja Peulen

Bassist

Coal Chamber

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Verified via Schecter Guitar Research

This pickup is listed in the product specs list from the Nadja Peulen NP-4 bass product page on Schecter Guitar Research's official website, Peulen uses an EMG 35P4 in the neck position of her Schecter NP-4 bass.

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