EMG 57/66 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Brushed Chrome
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- EMG5259
Description
EMG 57/66 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Brushed Chrome
The EMG 57/66 set captures articulate, high-output active performance with a noise floor low enough to layer cleanly in dense mixes and immediate responsiveness to dynamics and gain changes. The brushed chrome finish integrates seamlessly into modern and classic instrument aesthetics alike. This is a no-compromise upgrade for recording and production work demanding clarity, tight low-end definition, and reliable solderless installation.
Recording Tone & Noise Performance
The bridge 57 pickup combines Alnico V magnets with steel poles for punchy midrange attack that cuts through dense arrangements, while the neck 66 pickup uses Alnico V magnets with ceramic pole pieces for warmth and articulation suited to layered textures. Both generate 3.00V output with -100 dB noise floor, ensuring clean signal transmission to your interface without hum, interference, or unwanted artifacts even at high-gain tracking or reamping sessions.
Studio Integration & Setup
Solderless connectivity and included wiring system eliminate the need for iron and solder, streamlining installation and allowing rapid instrument swaps during tracking sessions. The package supplies a split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip, and mounting hardware—everything required for a complete retrofit without studio downtime.
Key Features
- Active humbucker set (2 pickups) in HH configuration
- Bridge pickup: Alnico V magnets with steel poles; 2.11 kHz resonant frequency
- Neck pickup: Alnico V magnets with ceramic pole pieces; 1.61 kHz resonant frequency
- 3.00V output voltage per string on both pickups
- -100 dB noise floor (both pickups)
- 10K ohms DC resistance
- 2 wire plus battery connectivity
- Covered humbucker design in brushed chrome finish
- Solderless wiring system included
- Split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip, mounting screws and springs included
The EMG 57/66 merges traditional humbucker character with modern active electronics, delivering the noise rejection and output consistency that define professional-grade tracking and production performance.
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At a Glance
The EMG 57/66 set brings articulate, high-output active performance into the studio, with tight low-end definition and a punchy midrange that cuts through dense mixes without muddiness. Both pickups operate at 3.00V with a -100 dB noise floor, ensuring a clean, hum-free signal path during recording and layering sessions. The solderless wiring system means quick installation and no downtime between setup and tracking.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the bridge and neck pickups different?
The bridge 57 uses Alnico V magnets with steel poles for punchy midrange attack and a 2.11 kHz resonant frequency. The neck 66 uses Alnico V magnets with ceramic pole pieces for warmth and articulation at 1.61 kHz, giving each position its own tonal character while maintaining the same 3.00V output and -100 dB noise floor.
Is soldering required to install these pickups?
No. The EMG 57/66 uses a solderless wiring system, and the package includes a split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip, and all mounting hardware needed for a complete retrofit without soldering.
What genres and playing styles are these pickups best for?
These pickups excel in metal, hard rock, progressive, and studio sessions where clarity, tight low-end definition, and high gain reliability are priorities. They are not optimized for jazz or traditional blues, where you may want a lower-output, warmer character.
Will these pickups handle high-gain without feedback or hum?
Yes. Both pickups deliver a -100 dB noise floor and 3.00V output, providing the noise rejection and output consistency needed for high-gain playing on stage or in the studio without hum or interference.
What is included in the package?
The set includes two active humbuckers (bridge and neck), solderless wiring harness, split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip, mounting screws, and springs—everything required for installation.
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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