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EMG Mounting Ring, 6 String, Flat, Medium in Ivory vs EMG Mounting Ring, 6 String Arched, Thin in White
The EMG Flat Medium Ivory ring features a completely flat profile with no pre-drilled holes, requiring you to customize placement yourself, while the EMG Arched Thin White ring has a curved design with pre-drilled 0.109-inch holes and threaded 3/48 tabs ready for immediate installation. The Flat Ivory suits builders who need maximum flexibility for custom positioning; the Arched White is better for those wanting a plug-and-play replacement.
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EMG Mounting Ring, 6 String, Flat, Medium in Ivory
EMG Mounting Ring, 6 String Arched, Thin in White
Specs side by side
| EMG Mounting Ring, 6 String, Flat, Medium in Ivory | EMG Mounting Ring, 6 String Arched, Thin in White | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.99 | $5.99 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG Mounting Ring, 6 String, Flat, Medium in Ivory
- ✓ Completely flat profile eliminates alignment complications and body routing needs
- ✓ Blank construction allows full customization of pickup hole placement
- ✓ Works with both 2-screw and 3-screw mount configurations
- ✓ 0.200-inch thickness provides solid structural support
Why choose EMG Mounting Ring, 6 String Arched, Thin in White
- ✓ Pre-drilled 0.109-inch holes and threaded 3/48 tabs for immediate installation
- ✓ Arched design specifically engineered for EMG pickup geometry
- ✓ Made in the U.S.A. with established quality standards
- ✓ Thin 0.250-inch profile minimizes assembly height
Frequently asked questions
Which ring is easier to install?
The Arched White ring is easier—it comes pre-drilled with threaded adjustment tabs and 3/48 screws ready to go. The Flat Ivory requires you to drill and position holes yourself, making it more suitable for experienced builders.
Do these rings fit the same pickup models?
Both fit standard full-sized humbucking pickups and EMG pickups. The key difference is that the Flat Ivory is a blank canvas for custom placement, while the Arched White is optimized for EMG's specific pickup geometry with pre-positioned holes.
What's the practical difference between flat and arched profiles?
The flat profile of the Ivory ring sits flush with no angles, reducing the risk of alignment issues in non-standard cavities. The arched White ring's curved design is tailored to match EMG pickup housings and may require specific cavity geometry to work properly.
Which should a beginner choose?
The Arched White ring is better for beginners because it arrives ready-drilled and configured. The Flat Ivory requires drilling and measurement skills, making it more suited to intermediate and advanced builders.