EMG7629 vs EMG7657 — Compare
EMG H1-N Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome vs EMG H3 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
The H1-N is a neck-position specialist engineered for articulate jazz and fusion tones, while the H3 is a versatile dual-position humbucker with vintage character suited to blues and rock across a wider skill range. Choose the H1-N if you want refined midrange control in a neck slot; choose the H3 if you need flexible positioning and broader genre coverage.
No sales tax on orders shipped outside California — total cost beats national retailers that charge sales tax in nearly every state.
EMG H1-N Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
EMG H3 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
Specs side by side
| EMG H1-N Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome | EMG H3 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 H1-N Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
- ✓ Optimized neck-position design with articulate midrange emphasis
- ✓ Includes complete solderless installation kit with pots and output jack
- ✓ Smooth high-end response ideal for jazz and fusion applications
- ✓ Straightforward drop-in upgrade path
Why choose EMG H3 Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Black Chrome
- ✓ Versatile neck and bridge positioning—single pickup covers more ground
- ✓ Natural compression and harmonic richness for vintage-influenced tones
- ✓ Suitable for beginners through professionals with broad genre appeal
- ✓ 5-wire Quik-Connect simplifies switching and reconfiguration
Frequently asked questions
Can I use these pickups in both neck and bridge positions?
The H1-N is engineered specifically for neck position and optimized for that role. The H3 is explicitly designed for both neck and bridge positions, making it more versatile if you need dual coverage.
What's the difference in output and tone between them?
Both share the same DC resistance (13.65 kOhm), but the H3 has slightly higher inductance (7.4 vs. 7.15 Henries), yielding more natural compression and harmonic richness. The H1-N emphasizes refined clarity and smooth highs. The H3 sounds more vintage-oriented across high-gain and clean settings.
Do either come with installation hardware?
The H1-N includes a complete solderless kit: volume pot, tone pot, output jack, pickup bus, and cables. The H3 features a 5-wire Quik-Connect output but does not include external electronics—you'll need to source those separately.
Which is better for metal or high-gain styles?
Neither is ideal for metal or thrash; both are positioned for jazz, blues, rock, and studio use. The H3 handles high-gain better due to its natural compression and can work in bridge position, but both are passive designs with moderate, controlled output unsuited to aggressive genres.