EMG 60-8 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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- SKU
- EMG4906
Description
EMG 60-8 Active Soapbar Pickup in Black
The EMG 60-8 captures articulate, controlled aggression in a compact soapbar format engineered for 8-string recording and production. Its ceramic magnet construction and close aperture coils deliver clarity across the frequency spectrum without sacrificing output, ensuring definition remains intact even in extended-range tunings with dense layering. The solderless installation system eliminates guesswork and accelerates integration into your session instrument.
Active Electronics & Tonal Character
Built on active design principles, this pickup generates high output with a clear, articulate top end that translates well to tape and sits decisively in dense mixes and high-gain production. The ceramic magnet construction with close aperture coils ensures tight articulation and minimal mud, critical for capturing the demanding frequency range of 8-string guitars without muddying adjacent tracks.
Installation & Studio Workflow
The included solderless wiring system streamlines setup and enables fast equipment swaps during multi-take sessions or instrument changes. The complete package includes a 25K volume pot, 25K tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup cable, connecting cables, output cable, and battery cable—everything required for a fully integrated, ready-to-track system.
Key Features
- Ceramic magnet construction
- Close aperture coils for articulate response
- Active design with high output
- Clear top end clarity
- Soapbar pickup type for 8-string guitar
- Solderless installation system included
- 25K volume potentiometer
- 25K tone potentiometer
- Battery bus for power delivery
- Stereo output jack configuration
- Complete wiring harness with pickup, connecting, output, and battery cables
- Black finish
The EMG 60-8 combines proven active pickup design with extended-range recording capability and user-friendly installation, making it a straightforward upgrade for tracking and producing articulate, controlled 8-string guitar tones in the studio.
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At a Glance
The EMG 60-8 is an active 8-string pickup engineered for clarity and articulation in dense, high-gain mixes, with ceramic magnets and close-aperture coils that eliminate frequency mud across extended tunings. The solderless installation and complete wiring harness (volume/tone pots, battery bus, stereo jack, all cables) make integration into your recording rig quick and hassle-free. Pick this for studio sessions in metal, djent, or progressive genres where you need every note to sit clean and defined without traditional soldering work.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Extended Range
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ High-Gain
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to solder this pickup, or is installation beginner-friendly?
The EMG 60-8 uses a solderless wiring system, so no soldering is required. The complete package includes a 25K volume pot, 25K tone pot, battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup cable, and all connecting cables—making installation accessible even if you've never done electronics work before.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The EMG 60-8 excels in metal, djent, and extended-range playing where high output, tight articulation, and clear definition are priorities. It is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk styles, which typically benefit from warmer, lower-output tones.
How does the EMG 60-8 compare to other 8-string pickups like Seymour Duncan Blackouts or Fishman Fluence?
The EMG 60-8 uses ceramic magnets and close-aperture coils for tight, articulate response with minimal mud in high-gain scenarios. While Seymour Duncan Blackouts, Fishman Fluence Modern, and DiMarzio Crunch Lab are also popular 8-string options, the EMG 60-8 stands out for its proven active design and solderless installation ease, making it a straightforward upgrade for players seeking clarity without traditional wiring complexity.
What's included in the package?
The EMG 60-8 comes complete with the pickup, 25K volume potentiometer, 25K tone potentiometer, battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup cable, connecting cables, output cable, battery cable, and a black finish—everything you need for a fully functional, integrated 8-string setup.
Is this pickup suitable for beginners, or do I need advanced experience?
The EMG 60-8 is accessible to beginners through intermediate and professional players. The solderless system and complete wiring harness eliminate the main technical barrier, though familiarity with basic electronics and 8-string guitar setup is helpful for confident installation.
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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