The EMG 35JA - X is an outstanding high - performance bass pickup crafted for 4 - string bass guitars. It masterfully combines the cozy warmth of a classic jazz bass tone with modern upgrades. The Alnico magnet in this pickup is a game - changer, producing rich harmonic overtones, smooth mid - range sounds, and a solid low end. The coil is smartly placed near the bridge, giving a strong mid - range punch and clear high - end details. With the addition of EMG’s X Series preamp, the 35JA - X offers more headroom and a more dynamic response. It provides a natural feel while having the power of an active pickup. The advanced design cuts down resistance and boosts the low - end, resulting in a full - bodied and well - balanced tone suitable for all kinds of playing styles. Housed in a standard 3.5' soapbar casing, it's a direct replacement for similar - sized pickups, making installation a breeze. Whether you love vintage jazz bass tones or want a modern punch, this pickup offers amazing clarity, articulation, and a wide frequency range. Key features include a classic jazz bass tone with added clarity, an Alnico magnet for rich sounds, a bridge - near coil for mid - range punch, an X Series preamp for more range, a standard casing for easy install, and low - noise, high - output operation. Technical specs show a gold logo, an Alnico magnet in a 3.5' x 1.5' housing, a resonant frequency of 3.20 kHz, and more. What's included are a 25k volume pot, a 25k active tone pot, a battery bus, and other necessary parts. Note that the image may not exactly show the product, and there could be some appearance variations.
Using the EMG 35JA - X pickup is quite straightforward. First, since it comes in a standard 3.5' soapbar casing, it can be directly installed to replace similar - sized pickups. Just use the provided pair of mounting screws to secure it in place on your 4 - string bass guitar. Connect all the cables like the pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, and battery cable as per the included instructions. The 25k volume pot and 25k active tone pot (VLPF) let you adjust the sound to your liking. When it comes to maintenance, keep the pickup clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe it down from time to time. The battery life is about 3000 hours. When the battery starts to run low, simply replace it with a new one, making sure not to exceed the maximum supply voltage of 27 V DC. As for the appearance, remember that there might be some variations from the image shown, but this won't affect its performance. Enjoy playing with your new pickup and explore different tones for various playing styles.
