EMG 60A Active Humbucker 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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- EMG26
Description
EMG 60A Active Humbucker Pickup in Black
The EMG 60A captures warm, articulate character through alnico magnet design in a compact active humbucker format. This pickup delivers extended frequency response with remarkably low noise output, ideal for studio tracking where clarity and definition matter alongside traditional humbucker warmth. The solderless wiring system ensures quick installation into most standard guitar cavities, minimizing session downtime.
Tone & Recording Characteristics
The alnico magnet design yields a resonant frequency of 2.2 kHz, producing an open midrange that sits clearly in dense mixes without muddiness. Output voltage reaches 3 V on a single string and 4.5 V on a full strum, capturing articulate transient response across dynamic performance techniques while maintaining headroom through preamps and interface chains during recording.
Electronics & Studio Performance
Active design operates on a standard 9V battery with exceptionally low noise floor at -101 dBV @ 60Hz, enabling transparent signal capture through studio chains and effects processing without degradation. Output impedance of 10 kOhms maintains compatibility with standard recording interfaces and outboard gear while current draw of 80 microamps delivers 3,000 hours of battery life across extended tracking sessions.
Key Features
- Alnico magnet construction for warm, defined tone
- Resonant frequency: 2.2 kHz
- Output voltage: 3 V (single string) / 4.5 V (full strum)
- Output noise: -101 dBV @ 60Hz
- Output impedance: 10 kOhms
- Active design with 9V battery operation
- Battery life: 3,000 hours at 80 microamps current draw
- Maximum supply voltage: 27V DC
- Solderless installation system
- Dimensions: 2.63 x 2.38 x 6 inches
- Includes pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, and battery cable
- Black finish
The EMG 60A combines transparent electronics with alnico warmth, delivering a pickup optimized for studio recording and mix-ready performance across varied session applications.
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At a Glance
The EMG 60A delivers warm, open-midrange character with an exceptionally clean signal—its -101 dBV noise floor and transparent active design sit beautifully in a mix without coloring your tone chain. The alnico magnet's 2.2 kHz resonant peak adds presence and definition to recordings, while modest output voltage preserves headroom through preamps and effects. Perfect for sessions where you need reliable, articulate humbucker tone that doesn't muddy the mix.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ studio sessions
- ✓ home recording
- ✓ live performance
- ✓ jazz
- ✓ blues
Not the best pick for
- – extreme metal
- – high-gain djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in the box?
The EMG 60A comes with the pickup itself, pickup cable, connect cables, output cable, battery cable, and a 9V battery to get started immediately.
How long will the battery last?
Under typical playing conditions, the 9V battery will run for approximately 3,000 hours due to the pickup's low 80-microamp current draw.
Is this pickup good for jazz and blues, or is it better for metal?
The EMG 60A excels in jazz, blues, studio, and live performance settings with its warm, articulate character and transparent signal path. It is not designed for extreme metal or high-gain djent playing.
How does the output compare to other EMG pickups?
The 60A produces 3V on a single string and 4.5V on full strum, making it lower-output and more articulate than the hot EMG 81, and positioned between vintage warmth and modern clarity for balanced dynamics.
Will this pickup fit my guitar?
The EMG 60A's solderless wiring system and standard dimensions (2.63 x 2.38 x 6 inches) ensure installation into most standard guitar cavities; confirm your guitar's humbucker cavity matches these specifications before ordering.
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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