EMG 89X Long Shaft 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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- EMG3777
Description
EMG 89X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Black
The EMG 89X is a versatile active humbucker engineered for recording and production flexibility without compromise. Its dual-preamp architecture switches seamlessly between humbucker and single-coil voicings, making it equally effective in bridge or neck positions for capturing different textural layers in your sessions. The long shaft design accommodates standard potentiometers, simplifying integration into most instrument wiring schemes.
Tone & Electronics
Built around Alnico V magnets and a revised internal preamp, this pickup delivers medium output with clear articulation and controlled dynamics ideal for mixing and layering. The dual preamps with separate coils grant genuine tonal separation—thick humbucker warmth for body and presence, or snappy single-coil snap for definition and cut in a dense mix.
Design & Installation
The long shaft (18.7mm potentiometer) configuration pairs with solderless connectors to streamline studio wiring and minimize setup time between takes. Dimensions of 69.9 × 38.1 × 22.9 mm and a mounting screw spacing of 78.5 mm fit standard humbucker cavities. All components—volume and tone controls, jack, battery clip, screws, and springs—arrive ready for installation.
Key Features
- Active pickup with revised built-in preamp
- Dual preamps with separate coils for humbucker and single-coil modes
- Alnico V magnets
- Long shaft design for 18.7mm potentiometers
- Medium output level
- Suitable for bridge and neck positions
- Dimensions: 69.9 × 38.1 × 22.9 mm
- Mounting screw spacing: 78.5 mm
- Solderless connectors
- Includes volume/tone controls, jack, battery clip, screws, and springs
- Made in the USA
The EMG 89X combines American manufacturing, dual-voice flexibility, and straightforward installation into a pickup that serves your recording palette rather than limiting it.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG 89X is a dual-voice active humbucker that lets you flip between humbucker warmth and single-coil definition within a single pickup, ideal for producers and engineers tracking multiple genres in one session. Its medium output, revised internal preamp, and Alnico V magnets deliver clear articulation and controlled dynamics that cut through a mix or sit thick depending on which voice you engage. Install it once, track everything from heavy riffs to articulate leads, and keep your tone-shaping options open during mixing.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Studio Sessions, Gigging, Extended Range |
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| Tonal character | Medium output, clear articulation, controlled dynamics, thick humbucker warmth, snappy single-coil snap |
| Less specialized for | Folk, Jazz (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the humbucker and single-coil modes on the 89X?
The dual preamps with separate coils switch between thick humbucker warmth with full body and snappy single-coil snap for definition and cut. Both voicings emerge from the same pickup, so you choose your character without swapping hardware.
Is the long shaft design compatible with my guitar?
The long shaft (18.7mm potentiometer) design works with standard potentiometers found on most guitars. Dimensions are 69.9 × 38.1 × 22.9 mm with 78.5 mm mounting-screw spacing, which fit standard humbucker cavities; confirm your guitar's cavity and pot diameter before ordering.
What skill level do I need to install the 89X?
Intermediate to advanced wiring ability is recommended. Solderless connectors simplify the process, and all components (volume/tone controls, jack, battery clip, screws, springs) are included, but you will need to route the battery and connect the preamp circuit to your guitar's electronics.
Can I use the 89X in both bridge and neck positions?
Yes, the 89X is designed for either position and maintains its medium output and articulate character in both, making it flexible for extended-range tunings and multi-pickup setups.
What genres is the 89X best suited for?
It excels in studio sessions, gigging, and extended-range playing across heavy and articulate styles. It is not optimized for folk or jazz applications.
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. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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