EMG 60A Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Red
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG6476
Description
EMG 60A Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Red
The EMG 60A delivers a focused, articulate active voice that cuts through a mix with clarity and punch. This narrow-coil humbucker balances traditional warmth with modern definition, making it equally effective for tracking rock, metal, and fusion sessions. The long-shaft variant suits guitars with deeper cavities or custom routing configurations.
Recording Tone & Output Character
Built on Alnico magnets and narrow coil geometry, the 60A produces high output with tight low-end response and vocal midrange presence. The active design requires a battery but grants you consistent output level across all playing dynamics and long cable runs to your interface or console—a significant advantage for tracking reliability and mix-ready tone.
Setup & Integration Into Your Studio
The solderless installation system streamlines wiring and troubleshooting; no iron required. EMG includes a complete kit—25 kOhm volume and tone potentiometer, battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup-in/out bus connectors, mounting hardware, and cables—enabling a clean retrofit into most humbucker cavities without studio downtime.
Key Features
- Active Humbucker pickup type
- Alnico magnet construction
- Narrow coil configuration
- High output level
- Long shaft design for deep routing applications
- Solderless quick-connect system
- 25 kOhm volume and tone potentiometer included
- Battery bus and stereo output jack included
- Pickup bus connectors for modular wiring
- Mounting screws and springs included
- Complete cable set included
- Made in USA
The EMG 60A combines proven active circuitry with straightforward installation to deliver capture-ready tone and consistent session performance.
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At a Glance
The EMG 60A is a high-output active humbucker that delivers articulate, vocal midrange presence with tight low-end control—ideal for recording rock, metal, and fusion tracks where clarity and punch matter in a dense mix. The active design ensures consistent output across all playing dynamics and mic placements, and the complete solderless kit simplifies studio retrofits and quick reconfiguration between sessions. Choose it when you need a pickup that tracks cleanly, sits defined in a mix, and requires zero soldering to install or swap.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Fusion
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the long-shaft variant mean, and will it fit my guitar?
The long-shaft design accommodates guitars with deeper pickup cavities or custom routing configurations. If your guitar has standard Humbucker cavity depth, measure your current pickup shaft length or consult your guitar's specs; the long shaft is typically for non-standard or deeply routed cavities.
Do I need to solder this pickup, or what tools are required?
No soldering required. The EMG 60A uses a solderless quick-connect system with pre-wired bus connectors; you simply plug components together. You will need basic hand tools for mounting hardware, but the entire electrical installation is tool-free.
What's included in the box?
The complete kit includes the pickup itself, 25 kOhm volume and tone potentiometers, battery bus, stereo output jack, pickup bus connectors, mounting screws and springs, and all necessary cables for a full retrofit.
Does the 60A require a battery, and how often do I replace it?
Yes, active pickups require a 9V battery. Battery life depends on playing hours and cable capacitance; typical stage and studio use yields several months per battery. The battery bus is included in the kit.
How does the EMG 60A compare to the EMG 81?
The 60A is narrower coil, more balanced in warmth and articulation, and suits rock and fusion; the 81 is higher output and more aggressive for extreme metal. The 60A cuts through with vocal clarity; the 81 emphasizes raw aggression.
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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