EMG 60-7X 7-String Active Soapbar Pickup in Black
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG3252
Description
EMG 60-7X 7-String Active Soapbar Pickup in Black
The EMG 60-7X is a compact active pickup engineered for seven-string instruments, capturing tight articulation and responsive dynamics in a footprint designed for modern extended-range guitars. Its mini humbucker configuration with ceramic magnets produces clarity across all strings while maintaining the controlled aggression that defines EMG's active platform. Built for recording and mixing sessions demanding precision in both clean and high-gain applications, this neck-position pickup integrates seamlessly into comprehensive active systems and delivers consistent tracking performance across take after take.
Active Electronics & Tone Shaping for Mix Integration
The included X series preamp provides increased headroom and an open, organic voice compared to standard EMG configurations, allowing fuller frequency response without compression or muddy midrange coloration that complicates mixing. The active tone pot operates as a variable low-pass filter (VLPF), giving you sculpting control over high-end presence and harmonic content—essential for crafting a pickup voice that sits cleanly in dense arrangements without excessive EQ intervention during production.
Complete System Package for Studio Workflow
EMG supplies a complete wiring harness with this pickup: a 25K volume pot, active tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting hardware, and all necessary cables (pickup, connect, output, and battery). This all-in-one package eliminates sourcing individual components, streamlines installation for session instruments, and ensures signal integrity from coil to interface input—critical for capturing clean recordings without noise or impedance issues.
Key Features
- Mini Humbucker configuration with close aperture coils
- Ceramic magnet construction
- X series preamp with increased headroom and organic voice
- Active tone pot (VLPF) for high-end control
- Designed for 7-string instruments
- Typical neck position application
- Black finish
- Includes 25K volume pot and stereo output jack
- Two-pickup in/out bus configuration
- Complete cable and connector set included (pickup, connect, output, and battery cables)
- Mounting screws supplied
- Battery bus for seamless preamp integration
The EMG 60-7X combines articulate seven-string voicing with versatile active electronics, delivering a pickup solution for producers and engineers building or upgrading extended-range systems with recording clarity and mix-ready tone.
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At a Glance
The EMG 60-7X is a seven-string active pickup built for studio tracking and production work in modern metal, progressive, and djent contexts, offering tight articulation and responsive dynamics that cut through dense mixes without muddiness. The X series preamp delivers increased headroom and an organic tone with a variable low-pass filter for real-time high-end shaping during recording and mixing sessions. The complete wiring kit and all-in-one integration make installation straightforward, letting you focus on capturing clear, punchy tones across extended-range guitars in the box.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Blues
- – Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does active electronics mean, and do I need a battery?
Active electronics use a preamp powered by a battery to boost signal and shape tone, giving you increased headroom and an open frequency response without midrange mud. The EMG 60-7X includes a battery bus harness, so you'll need to install a 9V battery; it typically lasts several months with regular playing.
Is this pickup neck or bridge position, and what if I want both?
This is typically a neck-position pickup. The EMG 60-7X is engineered to integrate into comprehensive active systems with a two-pickup in/out bus, so you can pair it with an 81-7X or another EMG 7-string model in the bridge position for a complete setup.
What genres and tunings is this pickup best suited for?
The 60-7X excels in metal, progressive, djent, and drop-tuning styles where tight articulation, clarity, and controlled aggression matter most. It is not optimized for blues, jazz, or folk applications where a warmer, more vintage voice is typically preferred.
What is included in the box?
You get the 7-string pickup, X series preamp, 25K volume pot, active tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, and all necessary cables (pickup, connect, output, and battery cables) — a complete wiring harness ready to install.
How does the active tone pot work?
The active tone pot functions as a variable low-pass filter (VLPF), allowing you to sculpt high-end presence and harmonic content in real time without affecting your volume or introducing compression, giving you precise control from clean to high-gain tones.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
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