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1.100
(27.94)
2.250
(57.15)
R .125
(3.17) TYP
R .234
(5.94) TYP
PO BOX 4394
SANTA ROSA, CA
95402 USA
0230-0107rD
P (707) 525-9941
F (707) 575-7046
EMGPICKUPS.COM
.875
(22.22)
2.450
(62.23)
#4 PHILLIPS RH WOOD SCREWS
FOR MOUNTING
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
EMG MODELS: P, PA, P-CS (4-STRING)
P5 (5-STRING)
P6, P6-CS (6-STRING)
SPECIFICATIONS: MODEL:
P, P5, P6 PA P-CS, P6-CS
Logo Color Silver Gold Silver
Magnet Type * C A C/S
Resonant Frequency (KHz) 3.20 2.61 2.61
Output Voltage (Finger, Thumb) 2.00 2.00 2.00
Output Voltage (Thump) 4.50 4.50 4.50
Output Noise (60 Hz) -106 -101 -101
Output Impedance (Kohm) 10 10 10
Current @9V (Microamps) 80 80 80
Battery Life (Hours) 3000 3000 3000
Maximum Supply (Volts DC) 27 27 27
*Note: Magnet Type: A (Alnico) C (Ceramic) C/S (Ceramic and Steel)
PICKUP AND MAGNET DIMENSIONS:
All EMG-P Models (P, P5, and P6) have the same housing dimensions (shown above).
The differences in each of the models are in the magnet width only. Models EMG-P and EMG-PA are direct replacements for the 4-string
Fender Precision Bass. The P5, P6, and P6-CS models are intended for guitars that are custom or that will be modified to fit the pickups.
The drawings below show the magnet placement for all versions, 4, 5, and 6-string. Be sure to align the magnet with the strings
in order to assure even pickup from the strings.
.750
(19)
EMG-P, PA
E/A SIDE
1.200
(30.48)
1.200
(30.48)
D/G SIDE
EMG-P5
B/E/A SIDE
1.650
(41.91)
1.200
(30.48)
D/G SIDE
EMG-P6, P6-CS
B/E/A SIDE
1.650
(41.91)
D/G/C SIDE
1.650
(41.91)
Warranty
All EMG Pickups and accessories are warranted for a period of two years. This warranty does not cover failure due to improper installation, abuse or damage. If
upon examination the pickup is determined to be defective, a replacement will be made. Warranty replacement products are covered by this same warranty. This
warranty covers only those pickups and accessories sold by authorized EMG Dealers. This warranty is not transferable.
© 2014 Copyright EMG INC. All Rights Reserved.
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Included with each pickup:
1 VOLUME CONTROL (25K)
1 TONE CONTROL (25K)
(6)
.235
SOLID
.390
(10)
BATTERY
.310
(8)
STEREO OUTPUT
JACK
ADJUSTMENT SCREWS (4)
BUSS
Installation Instructions:
EMG Models: EMG-P, PA-V1, PA-V2, P-CS (4-STRING)
P5, P5-CS (5-STRING)
P6, P6-CS (6-STRING)
General Notes:
Every attempt has been made to make this a solderless installation.
There are some instances where this is not possible;
1) If your instrument uses the long panel output jack and you had passive pickups
you will need a new stereo output jack, the Switchcraft 152B is recommended.
Soldering to the new jack will be required, see page 4.
2) Power Supply tips are on page 4. If your instrument has a battery holder,
you are installing this pickup with an older EMG, or you want to supply your
instrument with +18 Volts, see page 4 for tips to avoid soldering.
If you are installing only one pickup use the instructions on this page.
If you are installing two pickups go to page 3 and begin there.
Installation (One Pickup Guitars):
1) Plug the pickup cable onto the EMG Pickup header as shown
in Diagram #1 and route the cable to the control cavity.
If the cable is too long, wind up the excess and keep it
under the pickup if possible.
Master Volume control only
2) Refer to Diagram #2. Plug both the Pickup cable and the output
cable onto the Volume control as shown, then go to step 4.
Master Volume and Tone control
3) Refer to Diagram #3. Plug the Pickup cable onto the Volume
control as shown. Plug a coax cable from the Volume control
to the Tone control. Plug the output cable onto the tone
control as shown.
4) Connect the wires of the output cable to the output jack by
pushing the connectors on as shown.
WHITE wire to the TIP (T) contact,
BLACK wire to the SLEEVE (S) contact
BLACK Battery Negative wire to the RING (R) contact.
5) Using the battery buss, insert the RED wire of the pickup,
and the battery RED wire. Extra pins can be used for
EMG Accessories.
6) Put the battery in the insulating foam piece provided
and place it securely in the control cavity.
We suggest that you plug in the instrument and
test it before closing the control cavity.
FROM PICKUP
Diagram #1
Diagram #2
One Pickup
One Volume
FROM PICKUP
Diagram #3
One Pickup
One Volume
One Tone
PICKUP CABLE 13.5” (34cm)
2 CONNECT CABLES 5.5” (14cm)
OUTPUT CABLE 6” (15cm)
BATTERY CABLE 7” (18cm)
- 9V +
E/A SIDE
B/E/A SIDE
- 9V +
MASTER
VOLUME
VOLUME
B122rH
- 9V +
MASTER
VOLUME
VOLUME
B122rH
RED
RED
RED
RED
BATTERY
OUTPUT CABLE
BATTERY
BUSS
MASTER
TONE
B124rH
TONE
D/G SIDE
D/G/C SIDE
BATTERY
NEG (-)
BUSS
S
BATTERY
NEG (-)
R
T
R
S
P, PA Page 2
OUTPUT CABLE
T
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Installation Instructions:
****Tips and Tricks**** Start your installation by:
1) Determine which type output jack your instrument has.
A Stereo 12B type is Included, but if you have a long panel jack
a SwitchCraft 152B Long Panel Jack will be required.
2) Remove the strings, remove any existing Pickups and controls
(remember the order and function of each control)
3) Determine a good spot for the Pickup Buss and make sure the
cable or wires from the selection switch will reach the Pickup Buss,
4) Install the EMG Volume and Tone Controls and tighten them in.
5) Then install the pickups keeping any excess cable under the pickup
rather than in the control cavity.
6) IMPORTANT: EMG Active pickups do not require a string ground wire!
DO NOT Reconnect the string ground, it is unnecessary.
EMG Models: EMG-P, PA-V1, PA-V2, P-CS (4-STRING)
P5, P5-CS (5-STRING)
P6, P6-CS (6-STRING)
2 Pickups, 2 Volume controls and Master Tone, no selection switch
J-Bass Style wiring
Refer to Diagram #4
1) Install the Pickups and route the Pickup cables to the control cavity.
If the cables are too long, keep any excess under the pickup.
2) Mount the Volume and Tone controls into the body / pickguard.
Plug the Neck Pickup Cable onto the Neck Volume control.
Plug the Bridge Pickup Cable onto the Bridge Volume control.
3) Plug a coax cable from the Neck Volume control to the Bridge Volume
Control.
4) Plug a coax cable from the Bridge Volume control the Master Tone control.
5) Plug the output cable onto the Master Tone control and connect the output
wires to the output jack by pushing the connectors on as shown.
WHITE wire onto the TIP (T) contact,
BLACK wire onto the SLEEVE (S) contact
BLACK Battery Negative wire onto the RING (R) contact.
6) Plug the RED Wires of the pickups onto the V+ Supply Buss (RED Shroud)
along with the RED of the battery clip.
Extra pins on the V+ Supply Buss are for EMG Accessories.
7) Put the battery in the insulating foam piece provided and place it securely in the
control cavity.
We suggest that you plug in the instrument and test it before closing the
control cavity.
BRIDGE PICKUP
- 9V +
Diagram #4
Volume / Volume
Master Tone (Passive)
NK VOLUME
NECK PICKUP
B122rH
VOLUME
****Tips and Tricks**** Start your installation by:
1) Determine which type output jack your instrument has.
A Stereo 12B type is Included, but if you have a long panel jack
a SwitchCraft 152B Long Panel Jack will be required.
2) Remove the strings, remove any existing Pickups and controls
(remember the order and function of each control)
3) Determine a good spot for the Pickup Buss and make sure the
cable or wires from the selection switch will reach the Pickup Buss,
4) Install the EMG Volume and Tone Controls and tighten them in.
5) Then install the pickups keeping any excess cable under the pickup
rather than in the control cavity.
6) IMPORTANT: EMG Active pickups do not require a string ground wire!
DO NOT Reconnect the string ground, it is unnecessary.
BATTERY
BR VOLUME
B122rH
VOLUME
BUSS
BATTERY
NEG (-)
MASTER
TONE
B124rH
TONE
RED
RED
OUTPUT
R
S
T
Diagram #5
B125 Active Balance Control
Active Tone / Master Volume
This installation can be used for instruments with 3 control positions like
the diagram above, but use a Balance control instead of 2 Volume controls.
The Active Tone Control shown in this diagram can be replaced with the
EMG-EXB Expander, or the EMG-BTC Control (Active Bass and Treble EQ).
RED
- 9V +
RED WIRES
FROM PICKUPS
B118
EMG Active Neck Pickup
ACTIVE BALANCE
CONTROL
(Upper 3 pin header)
EMG Active Bridge Pickup
(Lower 3 pin header)
RED
NECK
PICKUP
BRIDGE
PICKUP
BATTERY BUSS
MASTER
VOLUME
B122rH
VOLUME
ABC
CONTROL
BATTERY
NEG (-) BLACK
RED
OUTPUT CABLE
PREFERRED WIRING ORDER
ACTIVE
TONE
NOTE REVERSED CONNECTOR
ACTIVE TONE
(VLPF)
MASTER
VOLUME
OUTPUT
JACK
OUTPUT
R
S
T
BOTTOM
VIEW
P, PA Page 3
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GROUND
NECK P/U
OUTPUT
- 9V +
RED
BATTERY
NEG (-)
MASTER
TONE
B124rH
R
S
BRIDGE P/U
Diagram #6
2 Pickups
Toggle Style Switch
B245 Buss
Volume each Pickup (Volumes are independent)
Master Tone
Diagram #7
NECK PICKUP
BRIDGE PICKUP
Soldering to the 152B Panel Jack:
If your instrument has a long Panel Jack like the one below
you will have to solder the output cable as shown.
Ground (Black) to the sleeve
Signal (White) to the Tip
Battery Negative (Black) to the Ring
- 9V +
RED to BATTERY BUSS
BATTERY
NEG (-)
RED
RED
TONE
OUTPUT CABLE
NK VOLUME
B122rH
VOLUME
BR VOLUME
B122rH
VOLUME
Diagram #8
Soldering to the battery buss:
If your instrument has an older EMG Pickup you can solder the
pickup RED wire to the buss. Simply use some needle nose pliers,
pull out the V+ header and solder the RED Wire from the pickup(s)
to any of the pins and then re-insert the header into the housing.
T
RING
FROM TONE
SLEEVE
OR VOLUME
Diagram #9
If the instrument has a Battery Holder:
If your instrument has a 9 or 18 Volt battery holder you can still
use the EMG Connectors to supply power to the pickups.
Simply cut and strip the wires from the battery clip provided.
Twist the wires together (Red to Red and Black to Black) and
use the shrink tubing included to cover the connections.
Soldering the wires is recommended.
Cover these connections with the
shrink tubing provided.
RED to BATTERY OR PICKUP BUSS
9/18 VOLT
BATTERY
HOLDER
BLACK to RING terminal
of the Output Jack
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TIP
1
Diagram #10
2
3
+18 Volt Wiring Option:
If you want to operate your instrument at +18 Volts for more
headroom then use 2 batteries wired as below.
Also, if you are using any type of EQ in your instrument
(EMG-BT, BQ) or anything that boosts the pickup signal then
+18 Volts is recommended.
RED TO BATTERY BUSS (+18Volts)
- 9V +
- 9V +
BLACK to RING terminal
BLACK
RED
of the Output Jack
Solder the Black and Red
wires together and cover
the connection with shrink
tubing, or other insulation.
R
S
T
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