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EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in White vs EMG P5 5-String Active Bass Pickup in Black
The EMG 58 is a guitar humbucker for modern rock and metal, while the EMG P5 is a bass pickup designed for 5-string bass in funk and jazz contexts. These are fundamentally different instruments—choose based on whether you're upgrading a guitar or bass.
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EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in White
Specs side by side
| EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in White | EMG P5 5-String Active Bass Pickup in Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in White
- ✓ Designed specifically for electric guitar with humbucker configuration
- ✓ Exceptional battery life at 3000 hours per 9V cell minimizes maintenance
- ✓ Very low noise floor of -90dB ideal for studio recording
- ✓ Modern clarity and articulation suited to rock and metal genres
Why choose EMG P5 5-String Active Bass Pickup in Black
- ✓ Purpose-built for 5-string bass with split-coil design and ceramic magnet
- ✓ Dynamic output range (2.00 to 8.00V) adapts to playing technique from light touch to aggressive attack
- ✓ 3.20 kHz resonant frequency emphasizes midrange presence for funk and jazz
- ✓ Made in USA construction with complete solderless installation ecosystem
Frequently asked questions
Can I use either of these pickups on my instrument?
No. The EMG 58 is a guitar humbucker and the EMG P5 is a 5-string bass pickup. They are designed for different instruments and cannot be interchanged.
Which pickup has lower noise for recording?
The EMG 58 specifies a -90dB noise floor at 60Hz, making it extremely quiet for studio work. The EMG P5 does not publish a noise specification but is designed for bass clarity rather than minimizing electrical noise as a primary goal.
What are the output differences between these pickups?
The EMG 58 produces 1.0V on single strings and 1.50V on full strums with a punchy character. The EMG P5 produces 2.00V with light touch and 8.00V with aggressive attack, reflecting the dynamic range of bass playing techniques rather than strum intensity.
Do both pickups use the same installation system?
Both use EMG's solderless installation system and include 25K volume and tone potentiometers, but the EMG 58 is wired for guitar electronics while the EMG P5 is configured for 5-string bass circuits.