EMG Geezer Butler P HZ Passive Bass Pickup in White
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- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG7879
Description
EMG Geezer Butler P HZ Passive Bass Pickup in White
The EMG GZR-PHZ is a signature passive humbucker pickup engineered to capture the thick, articulate tone that defined Geezer Butler's legendary bass recordings. This all-in-one solution combines a complete wiring harness with the pickup itself, streamlining setup for home studios and session work where reliable, characterful P-bass tone without onboard electronics or battery dependencies proves essential.
Tone & Recording Characteristics
Built around an Alnico 5 magnet with 11.20 kOhm DC resistance and 6.12 Henries inductance, this pickup captures warm, punchy lows with controlled midrange presence that sits naturally in dense mixes. The 1.77 kHz resonant frequency (with 500K pots) shapes a full-bodied response that translates well through recording chains—ideal for rock and metal production where definition and depth both demand preservation in the final track.
Construction & Signal Integrity
Full electromagnetic shielding eliminates hum and RF interference, critical for clean DI recordings and microphone bleed rejection in tracking sessions. Stainless steel construction ensures consistent performance and reliability across multiple takes and long session days. The pickup integrates seamlessly into passive circuits and requires no external power source, removing impedance complications and simplifying studio signal flow.
Key Features
- Humbucker-style passive pickup with Alnico 5 magnet
- DC Resistance: 11.20 kOhm
- Inductance: 6.12 Henries
- Resonant Frequency: 1.77 kHz (500K pots) / 2.36 kHz (1 MΩ pots)
- Fully shielded electromagnetic design
- Stainless steel construction
- Complete wiring harness included: 250K volume pot, 250K tone pot, output jack, cables, and mounting hardware
- 5-wire Quik-Connect output with 1/4" mono phone plug connector
- No battery required—fully passive operation
- White finish matches classic vintage aesthetics
The Geezer Butler P HZ provides everything needed to retrofit or upgrade a passive P-bass with a proven, studio-tested pickup design backed by decades of professional recording sessions.
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At a Glance
The EMG Geezer Butler P HZ is a passive humbucker pickup engineered to capture warm, full-bodied bass tone with articulate definition—ideal for rock, metal, and funk recordings where punch and clarity matter as much as low-end depth. The included wiring harness and all passive components integrate directly into any recording bass setup without active circuitry, giving you straightforward, hum-free tracking and mixing flexibility. Choose it to add professional, road-tested tone to your studio bass chain with no batteries or complicated electronics to manage.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in this pickup, and how easy is installation?
The package includes the passive humbucker pickup, a complete wiring harness with 250K volume and tone pots, output jack, cables, mounting hardware, and a 5-wire Quik-Connect output with 1/4" mono plug. Installation is straightforward for intermediate players and above; the harness simplifies wiring compared to building from scratch.
Will this work in my existing bass, or do I need to replace the whole electronics cavity?
This is a standard P-bass pickup with passive electronics, so it fits any P-bass body cavity and works with standard passive wiring. The 250K pots included are designed for passive circuits; no active preamp or battery is needed.
What tone should I expect, and what styles does it suit best?
The GZR-PHZ delivers warm, punchy lows with controlled midrange and articulate definition, shaped by an Alnico 5 magnet and 1.77 kHz resonant frequency. It excels in rock, metal, hard rock, and funk; it is less suited to jazz and folk styles.
How does this compare to other P-bass pickups like Seymour Duncan or Fender originals?
The Geezer Butler P HZ is a humbucker-style passive pickup with higher output (11.20 kOhm DC resistance) and full electromagnetic shielding, offering more punch and hum rejection than traditional split-coil P designs. It sits between the warmth of Fender originals and the aggressiveness of some aftermarket options, with proven professional reliability from decades of live and studio use.
Does it require a battery or active electronics?
No. The pickup is fully passive, requiring no external power source or onboard active circuitry. It provides absolute reliability on stage and eliminates battery-change maintenance.
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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