EMG 57/66 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Brushed Black Chro
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- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
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- EMG5261
Description
EMG 57/66 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Brushed Black Chrome
The EMG 57/66 Long Shaft set captures the clarity and punch of active humbuckers with a refined aesthetic in brushed black chrome. These covered pickups integrate seamlessly into modern and vintage-styled instruments, offering the extended shaft configuration for deeper body cavities and custom builds. The pairing of a bridge 57 and neck 66 provides balanced output across the fingerboard with articulate highs and controlled lows—critical for recording guitars that sit naturally in dense mixes.
Tone & Electronics
The 57 bridge resonates at 2.11 kHz for aggressive, defined articulation that cuts through in tracked leads and maintains clarity in rhythm layers, while the 66 neck peaks at 1.61 kHz for warm, full-bodied sustain ideal for textural and melodic passages. Active circuitry powered by 27V DC ensures consistent output, low noise, and extended frequency response across both pickups—essential for tracking long sessions without signal degradation, cable-dependent tone coloration, or impedance issues from interface interactions.
Design & Installation
Both pickups feature covered construction and employ Alnico/Ceramic magnet material in the bridge paired with Alnico/Steel in the neck for tonal distinction between positions that translates clearly during multitrack recording and overdubbing. The 5-wire plus ground and battery configuration supports solderless installation, streamlining wiring while maintaining full connectivity and control flexibility for quick setup changes in the home studio.
Key Features
- Type: Active Humbucker
- Configuration: HH Set (neck and bridge pair)
- Magnet Material: Alnico/Ceramic bridge, Alnico/Steel neck
- Bridge Resonant Frequency: 2.11 kHz
- Neck Resonant Frequency: 1.61 kHz
- DC Resistance: 10K
- Wiring: 5-wire plus ground and battery, solderless connectivity
- String Count: 6-string configuration
- Covering: Covered design
- Battery Specification: 27V DC, 160 microamps current draw
- Battery Life: Approximately 1500 hours
- Long Shaft design for deeper body cavities
This set combines the reliability and consistency of EMG's active platform with versatile tonal architecture suited to both studio recording sessions and live performance demands.
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At a Glance
The EMG 57/66 Long Shaft set delivers the clarity and controlled dynamics needed to capture articulate rhythms and soaring leads without noise or cable-dependent tone shift, thanks to active 27V circuitry and extended frequency response. In the studio, the neck pickup's warm 1.61 kHz peak lends body to clean rhythm tracks, while the bridge's 2.11 kHz resonance cuts through dense arrangements, making the pair versatile for layered metal and progressive recording sessions. Solderless wiring and approximately 1500 hours of battery life per charge mean faster setup and uninterrupted tracking.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Traditional Jazz
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles are these pickups best suited for?
The EMG 57/66 Long Shaft set is optimized for metal, hard rock, and progressive music, excelling at both lead articulation and rhythm punch. They are not recommended for folk or traditional jazz applications, where their aggressive voicing and active character would be mismatched to the intended tone.
What is the long-shaft design, and do I need it?
The long-shaft configuration extends deeper into body cavities, making these pickups ideal for custom builds and guitars with deeper routing. If your guitar has standard-depth cavities, standard-shaft pickups may be a better fit; consult your guitar's specifications or a technician.
How long does the 27V battery last, and how do I know when to replace it?
The battery provides approximately 1500 hours of playing time per charge. Active pickups will begin to lose output volume and clarity as the battery ages; most players notice the difference between 1200 and 1500 hours and replace preemptively to avoid tone drop during sessions or gigs.
What's the difference between the 57 bridge and 66 neck pickup?
The bridge 57 resonates at 2.11 kHz for aggressive, sharp articulation ideal for leads, while the neck 66 peaks at 1.61 kHz and uses different magnet material for warm, sustained tone. Together they provide balanced output and tonal distinction across the fingerboard without sacrificing consistency.
How difficult is installation, and what tools do I need?
The 5-wire plus ground and battery configuration supports solderless connectivity, streamlining wiring and reducing installation complexity. A technician or experienced player can complete the swap; consult EMG wiring diagrams and your guitar's routing to confirm compatibility before purchase.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $19 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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