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EMG H3 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Gold vs EMG 57-7H Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Black
The EMG H3 is a passive humbucker offering warm, articulate tone without battery hassle, while the EMG 57-7H is an active seven-string voiced pickup delivering aggressive midrange and tight lows for modern high-gain playing. Choose the H3 for traditional rock versatility; choose the 57-7H for metal and djent players demanding maximum output and clarity under saturation.
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EMG H3 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Gold
EMG 57-7H Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Black
Specs side by side
| EMG H3 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Gold | EMG 57-7H Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.00 | $129.00 |
| Brand | EMG Pickups | EMG Pickups |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose EMG H3 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Gold
- ✓ No battery required—passive operation for reliability and simplicity
- ✓ Warm, overwound character with excellent midrange clarity and string definition
- ✓ 5-wire quik-connect enables series/parallel and coil-split switching without rewiring
- ✓ Stable, predictable response across different amp loads and cable lengths
Why choose EMG 57-7H Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Black
- ✓ Higher output (3V–4.5V) cuts through dense, high-gain tones with articulation
- ✓ Aggressive midrange and tight low end optimized for metal and djent applications
- ✓ Solderless installation—complete wiring system included, no soldering needed
- ✓ Silent operation (-100 dB noise floor) handles extreme gain without hum
Frequently asked questions
Which pickup requires a battery?
The EMG 57-7H is active and requires a single 9V battery with approximately 600-hour lifespan. The EMG H3 is fully passive and needs no battery.
Are these pickups designed for the same guitar types?
The H3 is a general-purpose humbucker for standard guitars across rock and metal. The 57-7H is explicitly voiced for seven-string guitars and djent applications, though it can fit standard instruments.
What is the main tonal difference?
The H3 emphasizes warm articulation and midrange clarity with moderate output; the 57-7H emphasizes aggressive midrange and tight bass with high output for cutting through high-gain saturation.
Which is easier to install?
The 57-7H includes a complete solderless installation system with potentiometers and cables; the H3 uses a standard 5-wire output requiring traditional wiring but offering more switching flexibility.