EMG 57/66 TW Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black
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- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG7158
Description
EMG 57/66 TW Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Black
The EMG 57/66 TW set captures articulate, punchy character through active electronics in a dual-mode configuration. These pickups stack a proprietary three-coil design to toggle between single and dual coil voicings, giving your sessions tonal flexibility from a single instrument setup. Built in the USA and engineered for clarity and output, this set tracks responsively across high-gain tracking and clean overdub applications.
Active Electronics & Recording Tone
Both pickups run on active circuitry with a 10K DC resistance, powered by a battery buss included in the complete installation kit. The 57TW bridge pickup pairs Alnico and Ceramic magnets for aggressive articulation that cuts through dense mixes, while the 66TW neck features Alnico and Steel construction for warmer, more controlled response ideal for layered parts. The selectable single and dual coil modes via the three-coil design expand your tonal palette mid-session without rewiring.
Studio Installation & Integration
The solderless connectivity system streamlines installation for retrofit builds or mid-project upgrades without workflow interruption. Your kit includes two 25K volume potentiometers with push/pull switches, two 25K tone potentiometers, a stereo output jack, pickup cables, output cable, and battery cable—everything needed for complete integration. The long shaft design accommodates deeper mounting depths common in studio instruments, while standard string spacing ensures drop-in compatibility with most dual-humbucker cavities.
Key Features
- Active humbucker pickup set in covered black finish
- Dual mode with selectable single and dual coil sounds via proprietary three-coil design
- Bridge (57TW): Alnico/Ceramic magnet configuration
- Neck (66TW): Alnico/Steel magnet configuration
- 10K DC resistance per pickup
- 5-wire conductor plus ground and battery connections
- Long shaft for deep cavity installations
- Standard humbucker string spacing
- Solderless connectivity system with full wiring kit
- Includes two 25K volume pots with push/pull switches and two 25K tone pots
- Complete with stereo output jack, pickup cables, output cable, and battery cable
- Made in USA; 6-string configuration
This set combines the precision of USA manufacturing with the practical benefits of solderless installation and multi-mode flexibility, making it an effective upgrade path for studios moving to active electronics.
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At a Glance
The EMG 57/66 TW set brings studio-grade active electronics and multi-mode flexibility to your recording rig, with the 57TW bridge delivering aggressive articulation and the 66TW neck offering warmer, controlled response that sits well in dense mixes. The single/dual coil toggle via three-coil design lets you dial in tighter or fuller voicings within one session without rewiring, and the solderless kit with full wiring and potentiometers streamlines installation so you spend more time capturing takes. Ideal for producers and engineers tracking metal, progressive, and high-gain sessions where clarity and responsiveness matter.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ High-gain Metal
- ✓ Progressive Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Acoustic Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in the box, and do I need to solder?
The complete kit includes both pickups, two 25K volume potentiometers with push/pull switches, two 25K tone potentiometers, stereo output jack, all pickup and output cables, battery cable, and battery buss. The solderless connectivity system eliminates traditional soldering, making retrofit and new builds faster and easier.
Will these fit my guitar?
The long shaft design accommodates deeper mounting depths, and standard humbucker string spacing ensures drop-in compatibility with most dual-humbucker cavities. Verify your guitar uses a standard dual-humbucker configuration before ordering.
What's the difference between the 57TW bridge and 66TW neck?
The bridge 57TW uses Alnico and Ceramic magnets for aggressive articulation and high output, while the neck 66TW pairs Alnico and Steel for warmer, more controlled response. Both run on 10K DC resistance active circuitry powered by the included battery buss.
Can I switch between single and dual coil sounds?
Yes—the proprietary three-coil design in both pickups allows you to toggle between single and dual coil voicings via the push/pull switches on the volume potentiometers, giving you tonal flexibility without rewiring or a second guitar.
What genres and playing styles are these best for?
These pickups are engineered for high-gain metal, progressive rock, studio sessions, and extended-range work where clarity and punch are priorities. They excel in aggressive and clean applications but are not optimized for traditional jazz or acoustic folk contexts.
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 $20 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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