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EMG 58X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory vs EMG HAX Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
The EMG 58X delivers a fatter, rounder, more compressed tone with musical sustain, while the EMG HAX prioritizes articulate punch and clarity with a hybrid single-coil-in-humbucker design. Choose the 58X for thick, sustained high-gain tones; choose the HAX for defined, punchy response in modern metal and progressive styles.
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EMG 58X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
EMG HAX Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
Specs side by side
| EMG 58X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory | EMG HAX Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $125.00 | $125.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG 58X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
- ✓ Fat, round tone with musical sustain ideal for thick rhythm work
- ✓ Compressed output maintains cohesion in high-gain chains
- ✓ AlNiCo/steel magnet construction for classic EMG character
- ✓ Includes all potentiometers and battery bus in solderless system
Why choose EMG HAX Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
- ✓ Articulate, punchy response cuts through dense mixes
- ✓ Single-coil-in-humbucker hybrid design balances clarity and humbucking rejection
- ✓ Variable low-pass filter tone pot offers tonal sculpting flexibility
- ✓ Lower noise floor suits studio recording and touring demands
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between these two?
The 58X emphasizes fatness and sustain with compressed output, while the HAX prioritizes articulate punch and clarity. The 58X sounds rounder and thicker; the HAX sounds more defined and punchy. Both are high-output actives but voice tone differently.
Are both compatible with my guitar?
Both use long shaft potentiometer configuration, which requires deeper control cavities than standard short-shaft pickups. Verify your guitar's pot depth and cavity specifications before purchasing either model to ensure proper fit.
Which is better for studio recording?
The HAX has a lower noise floor and onboard X preamp with variable low-pass filter, giving more tonal control in the mix. The 58X offers thick, consistent output suitable for compressed, dense tones. Both are studio-capable; HAX offers more flexibility, 58X offers more aggression.
Do I need to solder either pickup?
No. Both ship with solderless installation systems, including potentiometers, battery bus, cables, and mounting hardware to eliminate soldering and reduce installation risk.