EMG 89X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in White
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG6192
Description
EMG 89X Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in White
The EMG 89X is a versatile active humbucker engineered for recording and production work that demands tonal flexibility without compromising output or clarity. Its dual-mode architecture lets you toggle between full humbucker punch and articulate single-coil response, making it equally effective for tracking high-gain material and moderate-gain contexts where definition matters. The long shaft design accommodates deeper body cavities and extended pickup heights for precise voicing control in the mix.
Electronics & Tone
This pickup houses separate preamps for each operating mode, ensuring that single-coil and dual-coil voices maintain their own character and dynamic range through the mix chain. The Alnico V magnet and active X-Series design deliver the focused midrange and controlled sustain needed for professional recordings, with the push-pull pot switching mechanism providing seamless mode transitions without cutting power or signal integrity during take transitions.
Installation & Integration
The included Solderless Install System eliminates the need for soldering, accelerating setup and reducing risk of thermal damage to the pickup. You get a complete package with split shaft volume/tone control set, output jack, battery clip set, mounting screws, and springs—everything required for a clean, professional installation on most pickup cavities and studio-ready signal path optimization.
Key Features
- Alnico V magnet for focused, controlled tone
- Dual-coil and single-coil operating modes via push-pull pot
- Separate preamp for each mode
- Active X-Series Pickup with Dual Preamps
- Synthetic cover in White finish
- Long shaft design for deeper cavities and height adjustment
- Solderless Install System for fast, solder-free setup
- Split shaft volume/tone control set included
- Output jack and battery clip set included
- Mounting screws and springs included
- Two Year Warranty
The EMG 89X combines genuine tonal range with straightforward installation and solid warranty coverage, making it a dependable choice for home-studio owners and producers upgrading their instrument electronics for recording projects.
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At a Glance
The EMG 89X is a dual-mode active humbucker that gives you both full humbucker character and articulate single-coil response in one pickup, controlled via push-pull switching. Its focused midrange and separate preamps for each mode make it versatile across high-gain and moderate-gain recording contexts, while the Alnico V magnet and active X-Series design deliver the clarity and sustain needed to cut through dense mixes. The solderless install system means fast, clean integration into your instrument without thermal risk.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ High-Gain Metal
- ✓ Progressive Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Versatile Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Acoustic-focused genres
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the 89X's dual-coil and single-coil modes?
The 89X houses separate preamps for each mode: dual-coil mode delivers full humbucker punch with controlled sustain, while single-coil mode offers an articulate, punchy response. Both modes maintain their own character and dynamic range, and you switch between them seamlessly using the included push-pull pot.
Do I need to solder this pickup?
No. The EMG 89X includes a complete Solderless Install System with split shaft volume/tone controls, output jack, battery clip set, mounting screws, and springs—everything you need for professional installation without soldering.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best for?
The 89X excels in high-gain metal, progressive rock, and versatile gigging contexts where you need both output clarity and tonal flexibility. It is not well-suited for traditional jazz or acoustic-focused genres.
What does the long shaft design do?
The long shaft accommodates deeper body cavities and allows extended pickup height adjustment, giving you precise voicing control to dial in your tone exactly as you want it.
What magnet and pickup technology does it use?
The 89X features an Alnico V magnet paired with EMG's active X-Series design and dual preamps, delivering focused midrange, controlled sustain, and high output with articulate clarity.
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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