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Old 01-02-2012, 02:46 AM
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Question EMG P/MM vs. Bartolini P/MM

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I'm building new P-bass and making MM pu in bridge. Which pickup configuration should I put?
I play mostly rock/metal type of music. I've heard that Bartolini makes good low-low mid sound and EMG's good overall sound. I dig that low bass sound of Bartolini but also that modern treble clinging sound of EMG.
For Bartolini side I've thinking P8S and MMC, EMG side P and MMCS.
Or should I get other pickup system?
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Old 01-02-2012, 02:58 AM
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Depends on what kind of tone you prefer. Personally, I've always found Bart's to sound too dark and slightly undefined. If you're playing rock/metal then I'd suggest going for the EMG's.
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Nordstrand P / MM.
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As far as p bass pickups go emg is my favorite.
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My top 3 choices would be:

1. Delano P/MM
2. Nordstrand P/MM
3. EMG P/MM
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