EMG 57 TW Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in 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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- EMG7235
Description
EMG 57 TW Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Chrome
The EMG 57 TW captures articulate, punchy midrange with tight low-end definition—essential for bridge recordings that cut through dense mixes without muddiness. Its dual-mode architecture lets you toggle between single-coil snap and full humbucker thickness within a single session, enabling rapid tonal pivots across overdubs and arrangements. The chrome cover and included long shaft pots integrate seamlessly into modern guitar builds while maintaining classic EMG reliability.
Active Design & Recording Clarity
As an active humbucker, the 57 TW operates on battery power and delivers consistent output, a low noise floor, and superior sustain—critical for clean tracking and minimal bleed into adjacent microphones in close-miked setups. The proprietary 3-coil dual-mode design lets you select single- and dual-coil voices, effectively giving you two distinct pickup personalities in one unit—invaluable for producers who need tonal range without re-recording or rewiring between takes.
Installation & Specifications
The solderless connectivity and included long shaft pots streamline bench setup and integration into your signal chain, while the 5-wire plus ground and battery configuration integrates with standard active electronics harnesses. Its covered chrome finish pairs professional aesthetics with shielding against electromagnetic interference—keeping hum out of your master bus.
Key Features
- Humbucker type with dual-mode single- and dual-coil voice selection
- Active electronics with 10K DC resistance
- Alnico and steel magnet construction
- 5-wire plus ground and battery connectivity
- Solderless wiring system for simplified installation
- Long shaft potentiometers included
- Chrome covered finish
- 6-string configuration
- 1.1" thickness
- Designed for bridge position deployment
The EMG 57 TW combines active precision with flexible voice switching, making it essential for tracking sessions where tonal flexibility and attack clarity demand no compromise.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG 57 TW is an active dual-mode humbucker that captures articulate, punchy midrange with a tight low end and superior sustain—perfect for recording metal, hard rock, and progressive tracks where clarity and attack matter. The dual-mode design lets you switch between single-coil and humbucker voices without rewiring, giving you tonal flexibility for different sections and takes. Its active electronics deliver a low noise floor and consistent output, making it reliable for layering heavy parts and keeping your mix defined even at high gain.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Progressive, Drop Tunings |
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| Tonal character | Articulate midrange, punchy attack, tight low end, high output, low noise floor |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'dual-mode' mean, and how does it affect my tone?
The 57 TW's 3-coil dual-mode design lets you toggle between single-coil and full humbucker voices without rewiring. Single-coil mode gives you snap and articulation; humbucker mode adds thickness and body—useful for switching tones within a song or adapting to different genres and tunings.
Do I need a battery to use this pickup?
Yes, the 57 TW is an active pickup and requires battery power to operate. Active electronics ensure a consistent output, low noise floor, and superior sustain compared to passive designs.
Is this pickup easy to install?
Installation is streamlined thanks to solderless connectivity and included long shaft potentiometers. The 5-wire plus ground and battery configuration integrates with standard active electronics harnesses, making it compatible with modern guitar builds.
What genres and playing styles is the 57 TW best suited for?
The 57 TW excels in metal, hard rock, progressive, and drop-tuning applications where you need articulate midrange, punchy attack, and tight low-end definition. It is not optimized for jazz, blues, or folk playing styles.
How does the 57 TW compare to the EMG 81 or other high-output humbuckers?
The 57 TW delivers similar high-output active performance to the 81 but adds dual-mode switching for extra tonal flexibility. It offers comparable alternatives to the Seymour Duncan Invader and DiMarzio D-Activator while emphasizing articulate midrange and punchy attack.
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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $12 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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