EMG 58 Active Humbucker Pickup 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
- EMG4608
Description
EMG 58 Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome
The EMG 58 is a versatile active humbucker engineered to capture clarity and punch without the noise floor typical of passive designs. Its brushed chrome finish provides a polished look while the low-impedance output maintains articulate detail across bridge and neck positions. This pickup excels in controlled recording environments and high-gain tracking sessions where a tight, responsive tone with minimal hum is essential for clean, usable recordings.
Active Electronics & Recording Performance
Built-in preamp circuitry with low power consumption ensures years of reliable operation from a single battery. The active design preserves a focused frequency response and delivers a clean, controlled signal path to your interface or mixing console, making it ideal for precision capture and post-production mixing where signal integrity is critical.
Installation & Complete System
The solderless system eliminates complex wiring—swap and configure your setup without soldering. The package includes a 25k volume pot, 25k tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, two pickup in/out bus, mounting screws, springs, and connecting cables, providing everything required for a complete retrofit without additional sourcing.
Key Features
- Alnico magnet with dual steel bar design
- Active humbucker with built-in preamp
- Low power consumption battery operation
- Solderless quick-connect system
- Brushed chrome finish
- Includes 25k volume potentiometer
- Includes 25k tone potentiometer
- Battery bus and stereo output jack included
- Dual pickup in/out bus connectors
- Mounting hardware: screws and springs
- Compatible bridge or neck position installation
- 6-string electric guitar application
The EMG 58 combines plug-and-play installation with studio-grade active circuitry, delivering the cleaner output and faster transient response needed for professional tracking and session work.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG 58 is an active humbucker engineered for recording clarity: tight low end, articulate cleans, and fast transients sit perfectly in dense mixes without muddying or losing definition. Low power consumption and a clean, focused signal path mean you capture precision-recorded tones with minimal noise floor, and the solderless system makes swapping in and out of test rigs seamless. Pick it for studio sessions where signal integrity and transient definition matter more than vintage warmth.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Studio Sessions, High-Gain Metal, Hard Rock, Live Performance |
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| Tonal character | Tight low end, articulate cleans, high output, minimal noise floor, focused midrange |
| Less specialized for | Traditional Jazz, Acoustic Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in the box?
The package includes the EMG 58 pickup, a 25k volume potentiometer, 25k tone potentiometer, battery bus, stereo output jack, dual pickup in/out bus connectors, mounting screws, springs, and connecting cables—everything you need for a complete retrofit.
How difficult is installation?
The solderless quick-connect system requires no soldering or special tools; connections plug together directly. This makes installation and pickup swaps straightforward for players of any skill level.
What genres and styles suit this pickup best?
The EMG 58 excels in high-gain metal, hard rock, studio sessions, and live performance; it is not recommended for traditional jazz or acoustic folk, where its tight, articulate character does not align with those tonal aesthetics.
How long does the battery last?
The active design is engineered for low power consumption, ensuring years of reliable operation from a single battery before replacement is needed.
Can I use this in bridge or neck position?
Yes, the EMG 58 is compatible with both bridge and neck position installation on 6-string electric guitars.
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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