EMG 60-7XH 7-String 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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- EMG4361
Description
EMG 60-7XH 7-String Active Humbucker Pickup in Gold
The EMG 60-7XH captures articulate, controlled output with the responsiveness of close-aperture coils optimized for extended-range instruments. In the neck position, this active humbucker delivers clarity and definition across all seven strings without the mud that plagues passive designs at lower tunings—critical for keeping low-end fundamentals separated in dense mixes. The gold finish adds visual distinction while the robust ceramic magnet structure handles the increased string tension inherent to 7-string setups.
Active Electronics & Tone Shaping
Built-in X series preamp circuitry powers the pickup with consistent gain and response across the entire frequency spectrum. The included active tone pot with VLPF (variable low-pass filter) grants real-time control over high-end content during tracking, allowing you to dial in anything from bright, articulate aggression to warm, controlled sustain without touching your amplifier—essential for nailing tones in the control room.
Design & Integration
The close-aperture coil configuration mirrors the mini-humbucker design philosophy, tightening the magnetic field for reduced noise and faster transient response. This architecture proves essential in 7-string tracking where traditional full-size humbuckers can cloud definition across extended lower registers, muddying your recordings. The ceramic magnet structure provides the headroom necessary for aggressive playing dynamics without distortion-inducing feedback in your signal chain.
Key Features
- Magnet Type: Ceramic magnets
- Coil Configuration: Close-aperture coils with mini-humbucker-style design
- Active Preamp: X series preamp built-in
- Tone Control: Active tone pot with variable low-pass filter (VLPF)
- Finish: Gold
- Intended Position: Neck position
- Included: 25k volume pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting screws, springs, pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, battery cable
- Optimized for: 7-string extended-range guitars
The EMG 60-7XH represents a purposeful engineering choice for producers demanding clarity and control across seven strings in the tracking chain without compromise.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG 60-7XH is an active 7-string humbucker engineered to capture tight, articulate detail across extended-range instruments without the low-end mud that plagues passive designs. Its close-aperture coil structure and ceramic magnets provide fast transient response and headroom for aggressive playing dynamics, while the included variable low-pass filter tone control lets you sculpt high-end character to fit any mix—from aggressive metal to controlled progressive textures. Built-in X-series preamp ensures consistent gain and response across the full frequency spectrum, making it a studio-ready workhorse for recording and mixing modern extended-range material.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Progressive, Extended Range, Drop Tunings |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Articulate, controlled output, tight low end, reduced noise, fast transient response |
| Less specialized for | Traditional Jazz, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pickup for neck or bridge position?
This pickup is optimized for neck position only. Its close-aperture coil design is tuned for clarity and definition in that location on a 7-string guitar.
What's included in the box?
You get the pickup itself, a 25k volume pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, two-pickup in/out bus, mounting screws, springs, pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, and battery cable. Everything you need for a full active system install.
How does this compare to the Seymour Duncan Pegasus 7 or Fishman Fluence Modern 7-String?
The EMG 60-7XH uses ceramic magnets and a mini-humbucker-style close-aperture coil for fast transients and reduced noise, plus a built-in variable low-pass filter for real-time tone shaping. The other models take different approaches to 7-string voicing; compare tone profiles and features based on your tuning and genre preference.
Will this handle low drop tunings?
Yes. The ceramic magnet structure and close-aperture coil design are specifically engineered to handle the increased string tension of 7-string extended-range guitars and aggressive drop tunings without losing definition or clarity in the lower registers.
Can I control tone without touching my amp?
Yes. The included active tone pot features a variable low-pass filter that lets you dial in anything from bright, articulate aggression to warm, controlled sustain in real time, independent of your amplifier settings.
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 $10 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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