EMG 57-7H Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Gold
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG6880
Description
EMG 57-7H Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Gold
The EMG 57-7H is a bridge-position active humbucker designed for 7-string instruments, capturing the aggressive midrange punch and articulate definition essential for tracking and mixing modern extended-range material. The brushed gold finish provides visual character while the active circuitry ensures consistent output and low noise across extended range playing, translating to cleaner recordings and predictable behavior in the DAW.
Tone & Recording Performance
Alnico V magnets paired with steel pole pieces generate the focused, midrange-forward response that cuts through dense mixes and high-gain applications. The active design maintains clean output levels and eliminates noise artifacts, critical for the harmonic clarity needed in 7-string tunings where string definition is essential during overdubs and layered tracking sessions.
Installation & Studio Workflow
The solderless installation system includes a 25k volume potentiometer, 25k tone potentiometer, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting hardware, springs, and connecting cables—everything required for swift, reliable installation. No soldering experience necessary; the quick-connect design minimizes downtime during a retrofit or swap, keeping your session moving.
Key Features
- Active humbucker design for consistent output and noise rejection
- Alnico V magnets with steel pole pieces
- Brushed gold finish
- Bridge position configuration optimized for 7-string guitars
- Solderless installation system with no soldering required
- Includes 25k volume potentiometer
- Includes 25k tone potentiometer
- Complete hardware package: battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting screws, springs, and cables
The EMG 57-7H combines proven active circuitry with straightforward installation, delivering the tonal authority and operational reliability essential for professional tracking and production work on 7-string instruments.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG 57-7H is an active bridge humbucker for 7-string tracking and recording, engineered to capture aggressive midrange presence and harmonic clarity essential for high-gain production and mixing. Its focused, articulate response cuts cleanly in dense arrangements and maintains string definition across low tunings, while the active design eliminates noise artifacts that can muddy recordings. Solderless installation gets you recording faster, and the complete hardware package means no additional components to source.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Djent, Progressive, Hard Rock, Extended Range |
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| Tonal character | Aggressive midrange punch, articulate definition, focused response, high-gain clarity, low noise |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk, Blues (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What tunings and genres is this pickup best suited for?
The EMG 57-7H excels in metal, djent, progressive, and hard rock styles, especially on lower 7-string tunings where its midrange aggression and articulate response shine. It is not recommended for jazz, folk, or blues playing, where its high-gain character and focused tone do not align with those genres' typical voices.
Do I need soldering experience to install this pickup?
No. The EMG 57-7H includes a solderless installation system with quick-connect cables, mounting hardware, springs, and pre-assembled potentiometers (25k volume and 25k tone). Installation requires no soldering experience and minimizes downtime during a retrofit or swap.
What is included in the package?
The package includes the active humbucker, 25k volume potentiometer, 25k tone potentiometer, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting screws, springs, and connecting cables—everything required for complete installation on a 7-string bridge position.
How does the active design improve performance?
Active circuitry provides consistent output levels and low noise rejection across extended-range playing, critical for maintaining harmonic clarity and string definition on 7-string tunings. The Alnico V magnets and steel pole pieces create a focused, midrange-forward response that delivers tight articulation and high-gain clarity.
How does this compare to passive 7-string pickups?
The EMG 57-7H's active design delivers more consistent output, lower noise, and greater immunity to signal loss than passive pickups, particularly valuable on 7-strings where string definition and noise rejection matter in dense high-gain mixes. Comparable active alternatives include the Seymour Duncan Blackouts 7-String, Fishman Fluence Modern 7-String, and Ibanez PowerSpan Dual 7-String.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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