EMG EMG-HZ Series User Manual

HZ 35 40 45 INST REV 0804
EMG - 35 HZ
MAXIMUM RECOMENDED STRING SIZE 2.625
MAXIMUM RECOMENDED STRING SIZE 3.125
MAXIMUM RECOMENDED STRING SIZE 3.75
EMG - 40 HZ
EMG - 45 HZ
EMG-HZ
EMG-HZ
EMG-HZ
3.92"
3.50"
1.50"
1.50"
1.50"
4.00"
2.82"
3.40"
.34"
.30"
.29"
4.00"
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
EMG-HZ Models:
35HZ, 40HZ, 45HZ
Each pickup includes:
5 pin cable pre-wired in Humbucking Series format
Adjustment screws
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES:
Recommended String Width
Model 35HZ 2.75 inches 4 string or narrow 5 string
Model 40HZ 3.125 inches 5 string or narrow 6 string
Model 45HZ 3.75 inches 6 string
All EMG-HZ bass pickups feature bar style construction.
Refer to the dimensions above for maximum string width.
EMG-HZ Warranty:
All EMG-HZ 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 it any time a pickup fails to work, return it postage
prepaid with proof of purchase. If upon examination the pickup is determined
to be defective, a replacement will be mad at no charge. Warranty
replacement products are covered under this same warranty. This warranty
covers only those pickups and accessories sold by authorized EMG
Dealers.
Tone
Tone
Volume
.047
.047
Bridge pickup cable
EMG-HZ Diagram 6
2 Volume, 2 Tone w/switch
(each Volume is independent)
Finger Board pickup cable
BLACK
WHITE
Bottom View
Tone
.047
Volu me
Fingerboard pickup cable
EMG-HZ Diagram 7
1 Volume, 1 Tone
w/ 3 position lever switch
BLACK
WHITE
Bridge pickup cable
Bottom View
Volume
0230-0043B

EMG EMG-HZ Series Specifications

General

Magnet Material	Ceramic
Output	High
Color	Black
Type	Humbucker
Series	HZ

Summary

EMG-HZ Pickup Specifications

Model and Logo Color

Details model names (35HZ, 40HZ, 45HZ) and logo color.

Electrical Characteristics

Covers inductance, DC resistance, and resonant frequencies for different models.

Impedance @ Resonance

Specifies impedance values at resonant frequencies under defined conditions.

Specification Notes

Clarifies conditions for resonant frequency measurements including loaded components.

EMG-HZ Pickup Installation Notes

Recommended String Width

Provides guidance on optimal string spacing for 35HZ, 40HZ, and 45HZ models.

Bar Style Construction

Notes that all EMG-HZ bass pickups feature bar style construction.

EMG-HZ Pickup Wiring Legend

Wire Color and Coil Assignments

Details wire colors, coil assignments, and polarity for EMG-HZ pickups.

EMG-HZ Pickup Wiring Diagrams

1 Volume, 1 Tone Wiring

Diagram for a 1 Volume, 1 Tone wiring configuration.

2 Volume, 1 Tone Wiring

Diagram for a 2 Volume, 1 Tone wiring configuration.

1 Volume, 1 Tone with Switch Wiring

Diagram for 1 Volume, 1 Tone with a switch wiring.

2 Volume, 1 Tone with Switch Wiring

Diagram for 2 Volume, 1 Tone with a switch wiring.

EMG-HZ Passive Pickup Installation

Potentiometer and Capacitor Recommendations

Guidance on selecting potentiometers (250K/500K Ohm) and tone capacitors (.047uF).

EMG-HZ String Grounding

Importance of String Grounding

Explains the necessity of string grounding for reducing hum and preventing shock hazards.

EMG-HZ Series Wiring

5-Pin Quik Connect Cable

Illustrates how to insert the EMG 5-pin Quik Connect cable.

EMG-HZ Pickup Warranty Information