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EMG H1A-B Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome vs EMG H1A-N Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
The H1A-B is optimized for high-gain hard rock and metal with a tighter low end and focused response, while the H1A-N prioritizes balanced, vintage-style articulation for studio and lead work. Choose the H1A-B if you play aggressive genres; choose the H1A-N if you want versatile, cleaner tones.
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EMG H1A-B Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
EMG H1A-N Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
Specs side by side
| EMG H1A-B Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome | EMG H1A-N Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.00 | $129.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG H1A-B Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
- ✓ Tight, controlled low end ideal for high-gain applications
- ✓ Dual resonant peaks emphasize vocal midrange presence
- ✓ 5-wire quick-connect solderless output simplifies modern wiring
- ✓ Explicitly rated for hard rock, metal, and progressive styles
Why choose EMG H1A-N Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
- ✓ Vintage-style tone without active electronics or batteries
- ✓ Four-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting and series/parallel options
- ✓ Full-bodied rhythm and lead articulation
- ✓ Compact footprint suits modern custom builds
Frequently asked questions
What's the main tonal difference between these two?
The H1A-B delivers a tighter, more focused response with pronounced midrange peaks at 1.65 kHz and 3.00 kHz, designed for high-gain clarity. The H1A-N prioritizes balanced midrange with vintage-style compression, suited to cleaner and mid-gain contexts.
Which pickup supports coil-splitting and series/parallel wiring?
The H1A-N features standard four-conductor wiring that explicitly supports coil-splitting and series/parallel switching. The H1A-B uses a 5-wire quick-connect solderless design optimized for modern wiring matrices but does not mention those switching options.
Are both passive pickups that need no batteries?
Yes, both are passive Alnico-magnet humbuckers requiring no external power, batteries, or preamps. They differ in output character and wiring architecture rather than power requirements.
Which is better for extreme metal and high-gain?
The H1A-B is explicitly rated for hard rock, metal, and progressive music and is described as equally at home in high-gain rigs. The H1A-N is rated not ideal for extreme metal and high-gain applications.