Hey Wazkelly I have EMG 40hz on one of my basses not a big fan pretty dull and lifeless. Someone suggested putting the pre amp in, which I haven't done yet. I have some Bartolini II's on an Ibanez bass they sound amazing. and John Bensons Custom wound on a precision Bass,they sound fantastic too. http://www.notreble.com/buzz/2010/11...ng-your-sound/