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EMG H4 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Ivory vs EMG H4A Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
The H4 uses ceramic magnets for high-output aggression ideal for hard rock and metal, while the H4A uses Alnico V magnets for warm, balanced tone suited to blues, rock, and jazz. Choose the H4 for heavy genres requiring maximum punch; choose the H4A for versatile classic tones across multiple styles.
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EMG H4 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
EMG H4A Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
Specs side by side
| EMG H4 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Ivory | EMG H4A Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Ivory | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $115.00 | $115.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG H4 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
- ✓ Ceramic magnet construction delivers higher output and punchier midrange aggression
- ✓ Optimized for hard rock, metal, and heavy overdrive applications
- ✓ Controlled treble response cuts through dense mixes
- ✓ Budget-friendly entry into high-output passive pickups
Why choose EMG H4A Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Ivory
- ✓ Alnico V magnets provide warm, balanced tone with vintage character
- ✓ Articulate midrange and low-end body work across blues, rock, and jazz
- ✓ Accessible to beginners while satisfying advanced players
- ✓ Flexible coil-splitting via 5-wire Quik-Connect system
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between ceramic and Alnico V magnets?
Ceramic magnets in the H4 produce higher output with punchy mids and controlled treble, favoring aggressive tones. Alnico V in the H4A delivers warmer, more balanced output with better low-end body and classic articulation, suiting jazz and blues equally well as rock.
Are these pickups suitable for jazz?
The H4A is explicitly recommended for jazz thanks to its Alnico V warm tone and articulate midrange. The H4 is not ideal for jazz due to its ceramic-magnet aggression and high output designed for heavy genres.
What's the difference in inductance and how does it affect tone?
The H4A has 8 H inductance versus the H4's 7.37 H, contributing to its warmer, fuller response. The H4A's slightly higher inductance pushes the resonant peak lower and supports more body in the lows, while the H4's lower inductance tightens the midrange.
Can either pickup be split for tonal variety?
The H4A explicitly supports coil-splitting via its 5-wire Quik-Connect system. The H4 description does not mention coil-splitting capability, suggesting it may be limited to single configuration.