EMG Geezer Butler P HZ Passive Bass Pickup in Ivory
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- EMG7880
Description
EMG Geezer Butler P HZ Passive Bass Pickup in Ivory
The EMG Geezer Butler P HZ captures the authoritative low-end punch and articulate midrange character that defined Geezer Butler's tone across decades of heavy music. This passive design trades active circuitry for a naturally warm, organic response that anchors deep in a mix without requiring battery maintenance. Built for recording and live sessions demanding vintage character with modern construction reliability.
Tone & Recording Character
The Alnico V pole pieces and custom wound coils produce a resonant frequency of 1.77 kHz (with 500K potentiometers) or 2.36 kHz (with 1 MegOhm loading), giving you control over midrange presence and clarity in the mix. With an inductance of 6.12 Henries and DC resistance of 11.20 kOhm, this pickup achieves thick, full-bodied output while maintaining note definition and articulation for session work across any frequency range.
Design & Construction
The coils are fully encased in epoxy resin and the entire pickup is fully shielded, eliminating hum and ensuring rock-solid reliability for studio tracking and live recording. The 5-wire Quik-Connect output provides flexible wiring options to integrate seamlessly into your signal chain, while the stainless steel construction ensures longevity and consistent performance across sessions.
Key Features
- Passive pickup design—no battery required
- Alnico V pole pieces with custom wound coils
- Inductance: 6.12 Henries
- DC Resistance: 11.20 kOhm
- Resonant Frequency: 1.77 kHz (500K load) / 2.36 kHz (1M load)
- Impedance at Resonance: 68.00 kOhm (500K load)
- Coils encased in epoxy resin
- Fully shielded construction
- 5-wire Quik-Connect output for versatile wiring schemes
- Stainless steel material construction
- Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.3 x 1.7 inches
- Includes solderless install system with 250K volume/tone pots, mono output jack, mounting screws, and cables
The Geezer Butler P HZ combines passive warmth with modern shielding and solderless installation, making it an accessible choice for engineers and producers seeking authentic, no-compromise P-bass tone for tracking and mix-down work.
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At a Glance
The EMG Geezer Butler P HZ is a passive P-bass pickup that brings legendary heavy-music tone into the recording studio with warm, resonant character and thick full-bodied output that sits deep in a mix. The Alnico V design and custom-wound coils deliver note definition and articulate midrange presence, letting you dial in either vintage warmth or added clarity depending on your pot loading (500K or 1 MegOhm). Fully shielded and epoxy-encased construction eliminates hum and ensures reliable tracking across metal, hard rock, funk, and punk sessions without active circuitry complications.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Punk
- ✓ Drop Tunings
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a battery to use this pickup?
No—the Geezer Butler P HZ is a fully passive design, so it requires no battery or active circuitry. You get warm, natural tone with no ongoing power requirements or maintenance.
What styles of music is this pickup best suited for?
This pickup excels in metal, hard rock, funk, punk, and drop-tuning applications. The authoritative low-end and articulate midrange are optimized for heavy, rhythmic playing and is not recommended for jazz or country styles.
What's included with the pickup?
The package includes the pickup itself, a solderless install system with 250K volume and tone pots, a mono output jack, mounting screws, and cables for straightforward installation.
How does the resonant frequency change, and why does it matter?
The resonant frequency shifts from 1.77 kHz (with 500K pots) to 2.36 kHz (with 1 MegOhm loading), giving you control over midrange presence and clarity. Higher impedance loads add more upper-midrange articulation; lower loads deliver warmer, more compressed tone.
How does this compare to other passive P-bass pickups?
The Geezer Butler P HZ sits alongside other passive classics like the Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound P Bass, DiMarzio Model P, and Fender Original P Bass Pickup. EMG's version emphasizes thick, full-bodied low-end with modern shielding and epoxy construction for zero-hum reliability.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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