EMG P6X 6-String Active Bass Pickup in Black

EMG P6X 6-String Active Bass Pickup in Black

The EMG P6X is a high-output active bass pickup engineered for extended dynamic range and articulate response across a six-string instrument. Built with X-series preamp architecture, this pickup captures clarity and punch without sacrificing headroom, making it essential for recording sessions that demand precision in both aggressive and nuanced playing situations.

Recording Output & Frequency Response

This pickup generates a robust 2.00 V output per string with a thump rating of 8.50 V, providing substantial signal drive to your audio interface and mixing chain. The 3.20 kHz resonant frequency centers the pickup's response in an articulate midrange sweet spot, cutting through dense mixes on playback and delivering defined note separation for layered bass tracking.

Studio Power & Signal Integrity

Operating on 9V standard battery power, the P6X draws only 80 microamps, yielding approximately 3000 hours of battery life—nearly four months of continuous use between changes, minimizing session interruptions. The pickup supports up to 27 V DC maximum supply, offering flexibility for custom preamp configurations in your studio setup, while maintaining an exceptionally low -106 dB output noise floor at 60 Hz for clean recording.

Key Features

• Ceramic magnet construction (C-series)
• X-series preamp architecture for extended headroom
• 2.00 kΩ output impedance
• 2.00 V output per string
• 8.50 V thump output
• 3.20 kHz resonant frequency
• -106 dB output noise (60 Hz)
• 80 microamps current draw at 9V
• 3000-hour battery life per 9V cell
• Maximum 27 V DC supply compatibility
• Six-string configuration
• Black finish

The P6X combines clean, low-noise operation with muscular output, making it a reliable choice for six-string bass tracking and session work where active electronics respond to technique without coloring your recorded tone.