The EMG 40J is our original J pickup in a extended series housing for 5 string bass. This pickup has its coil located in the back of the housing - closer to the bridge - which gives it sweeping harmonic overtones and punch. This quiet pickup has classic jazz bass characteristics with a broader tonal frequency range that adds dimensions and clarity.

EMG's design has a very low ratio of resistance to inductance, which increases the low end response, while the radiused ceramic bar magnet ensures the tone keeps a tight mid-range punch with a dynamic high end.

This pickup uses a housing that is 4 inches (102mm) and includes EMG's solderless wiring and pots. Make sure to check the instructions for pickup measurements before purchasing to compare your existing pickups with EMG models.