EMG 66 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome
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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
- EMG3784
Description
EMG 66 Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Brushed Chrome
The EMG 66 is a workhorse active humbucker engineered to capture clarity, punch, and consistent output across extended range instruments in the studio. Its brushed chrome cover delivers a refined aesthetic while the long shaft design accommodates deeper guitar cavities without compromise. This is a professional-grade pickup built to cut through dense mixes with articulate definition, translating reliably across multitrack sessions and mix-down scenarios.
Active Electronics & Output
Powered by a single 9V battery, this active design generates a hot, focused signal with minimal noise floor—essential for tracking high-gain tones and maintaining clean gain staging in the recording chain. The 10K ohm DC resistance coupled with Alnico V magnets and steel pole pieces produces a balanced tone that avoids mud while preserving note separation and dynamics, ensuring every tracked performance sits distinctly in your mix.
Construction & Installation
The pickup features solderless connectivity for quick installation and reconfiguration during setup, while the stainless steel housing and brushed chrome covering ensure durability and a professional appearance. Its covered design and long shaft profile make it compatible with deeper routes and non-standard cavity geometries, expanding session flexibility across different instrument specifications.
Key Features
- Active humbucker with powered 9V operation
- Alnico V magnet with steel pole pieces
- 10K ohm DC resistance for controlled output
- Long shaft design for deep guitar cavities
- Stainless steel housing with brushed chrome cover
- 2-wire plus battery solderless connectivity
- 6-string configuration
- Covered humbucker design
- EMG part number 4058.00
This EMG 66 delivers the active clarity and output consistency required for professional recording, ensuring tracked tones remain articulate and focused across your production workflow.
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At a Glance
The EMG 66 is an active humbucker built for studio sessions and recording in heavy genres, delivering a focused, noise-free signal with punchy articulation that sits well in dense mixes. Its hot output and controlled low-end response prevent mud during tracking, while the Alnico V magnet and steel pole pieces preserve note definition across aggressive tones. Single 9V operation and covered design keep hum out of your recordings.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ High-gain contexts
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level do I need to install this pickup?
The 2-wire plus battery solderless connectivity is designed for quick installation, making it accessible to intermediate players and above. No soldering required, though familiarity with basic electronics and cavity routing for the long shaft design is recommended.
Is this pickup suitable for jazz or blues?
No. The EMG 66 is engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, and high-gain contexts. Its hot output and articulate character are not optimized for jazz, blues, or clean tones.
What guitars is the long shaft design compatible with?
The long shaft accommodates deeper guitar cavities and non-standard cavity geometries, making it suitable for guitars that require extended routing. Verify your guitar's cavity depth before purchase to ensure fit.
How does the EMG 66 compare to the EMG 81 and 85?
All three are professional active humbuckers. The 66 balances output and articulation with a tight low end, while the 81 is hotter and more aggressive, and the 85 offers more midrange color. Choose based on your tuning, genre, and desired tonal character.
What does the 9V battery power, and how long does it last?
The active electronics are powered by a single 9V battery that amplifies the signal and provides the noise-free, consistent output. Battery life typically ranges from months to a year depending on playing frequency and tone settings.
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. On this item that is roughly $10 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. 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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