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EMG 60A Active Humbucker Pickup in Black vs EMG PA Active Bass Pickup in Black
The EMG 60A is a guitar humbucker designed for warm, articulate tones across jazz, blues, and studio work, while the EMG PA is a bass pickup engineered for punchy, tight low-end performance in funk and live bass settings. Choose the 60A if you play guitar; choose the PA if you play bass.
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Specs side by side
| EMG 60A Active Humbucker Pickup in Black | EMG PA Active Bass Pickup in Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109.00 | $109.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG 60A Active Humbucker Pickup in Black
- ✓ Alnico magnet design delivers warm, open midrange character ideal for jazz and blues
- ✓ Lower resonant frequency (2.2 kHz) emphasizes body and sustain for traditional humbucker warmth
- ✓ Fits standard guitar pickup cavities with solderless wiring for easy installation
- ✓ Exceptionally low noise floor (-101 dBV) ensures transparent signal path through effects
Why choose EMG PA Active Bass Pickup in Black
- ✓ Ceramic magnet with tight, punchy character cuts through mix in funk and live band settings
- ✓ Higher resonant frequency (3.20 kHz) centers response in upper midrange for articulation and presence
- ✓ Designed specifically for bass guitar with P-Bass tonal character and precision lows
- ✓ Slightly lower noise floor (-106 dBV) provides clean operation at high preamp gain
Frequently asked questions
Are these pickups compatible with the same instrument?
No. The EMG 60A is a guitar humbucker pickup designed for standard guitar cavities. The EMG PA is a bass guitar pickup with a P-Bass form factor. They are not interchangeable.
Which pickup has longer battery life?
Both pickups draw 80 microamps and deliver 3,000 hours of battery life on a single 9V cell. Battery longevity is equal between the two models.
How do their output levels compare?
On full strum or attack, both reach 4.5V output. The 60A produces 3V on a single string, while the PA produces 2V for lighter finger or thumb technique, reflecting different playing styles across guitar and bass.
Which is better for high-output applications?
The EMG PA is designed for punchy, high-output bass performance in funk and live settings. The EMG 60A prioritizes articulation and warmth over raw output, making it less suitable for extreme metal or high-gain applications.