EMG 58 Active Humbucker Pickup in 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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- SKU
- EMG4609
Description
EMG 58 Active Humbucker Pickup in Gold
The EMG 58 is a workhorse active humbucker engineered for recording clarity and mix-ready output. Built with solderless connections for quick integration into your tracking setup, it delivers a warm, articulate tone that cuts through dense arrangements while maintaining definition in both bridge and neck positions. The gold finish offers visual distinction alongside the consistent, predictable performance session work demands.
Recording Tone & Output Character
Constructed around an Alnico magnet with two steel bars, the 58 produces a full-bodied voice with excellent note separation and sustain—ideal for capturing clean takes and layered textures in the studio. The active design provides substantial output headroom without muddiness, translating to cleaner recorded signals that require less gain staging and leave more dynamic range for mixing.
Setup & System Integration
Solderless connections and a short shaft design eliminate soldering during instrument prep, reducing setup time between sessions. The pickup operates on a 9V battery with approximately 3000 hours of battery life, keeping downtime minimal across extended recording blocks. The complete system includes two 25k volume potentiometers, one 25k tone potentiometer, battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, and all necessary cables—everything needed to integrate the pickup into your recording workflow.
Key Features
- Active humbucker design with Alnico magnet and two steel bars
- Classic round, fat tone with high output
- Solderless connections for simplified wiring
- Short shaft design
- Suitable for bridge and neck positions
- 9V battery powered with approximately 3000 hours battery life
- Includes 2× 25k volume potentiometers (short shaft 10mm thread)
- Includes 1× 25k tone potentiometer (short shaft 10mm)
- Battery bus, stereo output jack, and dual pickup input/output bus included
- Complete cable set included: pickup, connecting, output, and battery cables
- Mounting screws and springs provided
- Gold finish
The EMG 58 combines reliable active electronics with session-friendly setup and tonal consistency across multiple positions, making it a dependable choice for professional recording and production work.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG 58 is an active humbucker with a classic round, full-bodied voice and high output that cuts through dense mixes without losing articulation—perfect for tracking heavy rock and metal in the studio. The included potentiometers, battery bus, and complete cable set mean faster setup and fewer trips to the parts bin, while the solderless design minimizes installation errors. Its warm, sustain-focused character sits well in rhythm and lead contexts across multiple playing styles.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Hard Rock, Metal, Rock, Gigging |
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| Tonal character | Warm, full-bodied, fat, high output, articulate |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk, Country (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the EMG 58 suitable for both bridge and neck positions?
Yes, the EMG 58 is designed to excel in both bridge and neck positions, offering consistent tonal character across the guitar.
What's included in the package?
The package includes the pickup, two 25k volume potentiometers, one 25k tone potentiometer, battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, screws and springs, and a complete set of pickup, connecting, output, and battery cables.
How long does the 9V battery last?
The battery provides approximately 3000 hours of playing time before replacement is needed.
Do I need to solder this pickup?
No—the EMG 58 uses solderless connections, making installation straightforward without soldering equipment.
What genres is the EMG 58 best suited for?
The EMG 58 is built for hard rock, metal, rock, and gigging applications where warm, full-bodied tone with high output is valued; it is not recommended for jazz, folk, or country styles.
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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