EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Black 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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- EMG7534
Description
EMG 58 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Black Chrome
The EMG 58 is a high-output active humbucker engineered to capture aggressive, focused tone with minimal noise—ideal for recording sessions and tracking applications where clarity and punch cut through dense mixes. The long shaft design accommodates deeper guitar cavities, while the black chrome finish presents a modern aesthetic that integrates seamlessly into contemporary instrument builds. Built-in preamp circuitry and solderless connectivity streamline studio setup, allowing rapid instrument changes and troubleshooting without downtime between takes.
Tracking & Mix Integration
This pickup pairs an Alnico magnet with two steel bars for a balanced, controlled high-output response that translates reliably across monitoring systems and DAW monitoring chains. The built-in preamp and low-impedance design preserve signal integrity over extended cable runs in the control room and between instruments and interface, ensuring consistent gain structure and headroom throughout tracking sessions.
Studio Setup & Maintenance
The solderless installation system eliminates wiring complexity and potential failure points—critical when managing multiple instruments across a recording day. The included system provides two 25k pots, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting hardware, and all necessary cables, enabling quick swaps and parallel tracking without technical interruption.
Key Features
- Original EMG humbucking design
- Alnico magnet with two steel bars
- H-configuration humbucker
- High-output active design
- Built-in preamp in pickup housing
- Solderless connection system
- Low-impedance construction for extended cable distances
- Low power consumption battery operation
- Long shaft variant for recessed cavities
- Black chrome finish
- Complete solderless installation kit included
- Two 25k volume and tone potentiometers supplied
The EMG 58 combines proven active humbucker tone with genuine plug-and-play convenience, reducing setup friction and keeping recording sessions moving forward.
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At a Glance
The EMG 58 is a high-output active humbucker that delivers controlled clarity and aggression in the mix, ideal for heavy recording sessions where signal integrity matters across varying cable lengths. The built-in preamp and low-impedance design preserve detail in dense arrangements, and the solderless installation keeps studio downtime minimal when retrofitting instruments. Pick this if you're tracking metal, hard rock, or drop-tuned material and want active pickup consistency without the noise floor.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'long shaft' mean, and will it fit my guitar?
Long shaft design accommodates deeper guitar cavities—typical in modern instruments and some retrofit builds. Measure your cavity depth; if it's recessed more than standard, this variant is the right choice.
Do I need to solder this pickup?
No. The solderless connection system requires no soldering iron or flux—just cable connections. The complete kit includes potentiometers, battery bus, output jack, and all necessary wiring harness components.
Is this pickup good for styles outside metal and hard rock?
The EMG 58 is voiced specifically for high-gain, aggressive tone and is not recommended for jazz, folk, or country. Its high-output, focused character is optimized for distortion and overdrive.
What's included in the box?
The kit includes the pickup, two 25k potentiometers, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting hardware, and all solderless cables—everything needed for a complete retrofit.
How does the EMG 58 compare to the EMG 81?
The EMG 58 uses an Alnico magnet with two steel bars for a balanced, controlled high-output response, while the 81 is a ceramic-magnet design. Both are active humbuckers; the 58 is suited to bridge or neck positions depending on voicing preference and setup.
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. 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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