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EMG H2-B Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome vs EMG H2-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Gold
The H2-B is a high-output bridge pickup engineered for metal and hard rock with aggressive treble peaks, while the H2-N is a neck-position pickup with balanced, moderate output suited to blues, jazz, and classic rock. Choose the H2-B if you need cutting articulation and extreme clarity in heavy music; choose the H2-N if you want a warm, versatile passive that works across multiple genres without excessive punch.
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EMG H2-B Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
EMG H2-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Gold
Specs side by side
| EMG H2-B Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome | EMG H2-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Gold | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.00 | $129.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG H2-B Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
- ✓ High output with dual resonant peaks (2225 Hz and 4000 Hz) delivers cutting treble and focused midrange for metal and hard rock
- ✓ Tight low end and articulate response cut through dense mixes and overdriven tones without muddiness
- ✓ Includes complete solderless wiring harness with potentiometers and Quik-Connect cables for quick installation
- ✓ Bridge-position design with ceramic magnet and 8.4 kOhm resistance optimized for aggression and definition
Why choose EMG H2-N Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Gold
- ✓ Balanced midrange and controlled output integrate seamlessly with tube and solid-state amps without requiring compensation
- ✓ Four-conductor wiring enables series, parallel, and split-coil configurations for tonal flexibility
- ✓ Ceramic magnet design works across blues, rock, jazz, and studio contexts without excessive coloration
- ✓ Moderate output avoids extreme output swings, making it a straightforward retrofit for most instruments
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the H2-N as a bridge pickup or the H2-B as a neck pickup?
The H2-B is specifically designated for bridge position and engineered with high output and aggressive treble peaks for that role. The H2-N is designed as a neck pickup with balanced output and moderate presence. While physically they may fit either slot, using them in their opposite positions will not deliver their intended tonal character.
Which pickup is better for jazz and blues?
The H2-N is explicitly recommended for jazz and blues with its balanced midrange and ceramic warmth that sits naturally in vintage-minded rigs. The H2-B is listed as not ideal for jazz and blues because its extreme treble peaks and high output are optimized for metal and hard rock aggression.
What's the difference in output level?
The H2-B features high output with an 8.4 kOhm DC resistance and dual aggressive resonant peaks designed to cut through heavy distortion. The H2-N offers moderate output with controlled midrange presence that integrates without requiring amp compensation, making it more versatile across clean and driven tones.
Does the H2-N come with a complete wiring harness like the H2-B?
The H2-B includes EMG's complete solderless installation system with 500K potentiometers, output jack, and Quik-Connect cables. The H2-N features four-conductor wiring for configuration flexibility but does not list a complete harness, suggesting it requires standard humbucker wiring integration.