EMG David Gilmour DG20 Active Prewired Pickguard Pickup in Black BWB P
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- Brand new in original box
- Full EMG manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- EMG5635
Description
EMG David Gilmour DG20 Active Prewired Pickguard Pickup in Black BWB Pickguard
The EMG DG20 brings David Gilmour's signature tone palette directly into your recording chain with a factory-assembled, solderless installation system. This prewired active pickup set eliminates guesswork and complex wiring, allowing you to integrate professional-grade electronics into your guitar quickly and cleanly for session work. The system captures Gilmour's fluid, articulate single-coil character while maintaining the headroom and clarity that translate beautifully across overdubs, lead takes, and layered arrangements.
Electronics & Tone Shaping for the Mix
Built around three Alnico V-loaded SA single-coil pickups in S-S-S configuration, the DG20 delivers warm, responsive output with natural dynamics and sustain that sits well in dense mixes. The integrated SPC presence control and EXG Guitar Expander circuitry give you precise tonal sculpting during tracking—tighten the low end for definition, dial in midrange punch for presence, or expand your frequency response without introducing noise or coloration artifacts. The system maintains 1.50V output on strum and 2000 Ohm output impedance, ensuring clean signal integrity into your audio interface, console, or effects chain.
Installation & Specifications
The 11-hole, 3-ply pickguard arrives fully wired and ready to install using the solderless connection system, eliminating the need for specialized skills or tools and minimizing downtime between sessions. Powered by a single 9V battery with a rated lifespan of 200 hours, the system draws just 1.20 microamps in operation and produces extremely low noise at -91 dB, critical for studio recording and layering without unwanted floor noise in your signal chain.
Key Features
- 3 Alnico V-loaded SA active single-coil pickups, S-S-S configuration
- 11-hole, 3-ply pickguard with solderless installation system
- SPC presence control and EXG Guitar Expander circuitry
- 1.50V output voltage (strum), 1.00V output voltage (string)
- 2000 Ohm output impedance per system
- Powered by 9V DC battery
- 1.20 microamps current draw at 9V
- 200-hour battery life per charge cycle
- 4.45 kHz resonant frequency
- -91 dB output noise (60 Hz)
- Black pickguard with BWB aesthetic
- Factory prewired and tested
The DG20 delivers authentic Gilmour-inspired tone with the convenience of modern EMG engineering, making it an excellent choice for producers and engineers tracking sessions that demand that classic single-coil character with reliable active-pickup clarity, low-noise performance, and articulation across multiple takes.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG DG20 is a fully assembled, prewired active pickup set designed to deliver Gilmour's signature warm single-coil character with exceptional clarity and low noise—ideal for home and professional recording. The integrated SPC presence control and EXG circuitry give you precise tonal shaping without coloration, and the -91 dB noise floor makes it excellent for layered studio work and high-resolution tracking. Drop it into your existing Strat-style guitar for immediate access to articulate cleans, fluid sustain, and natural dynamics that sit cleanly in any mix.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Blues, Rock, Studio Sessions, Home Recording |
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| Tonal character | Warm single-coil character, articulate cleans, fluid sustain, natural dynamics, low noise |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Djent (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What guitar does this fit, and do I need to be a skilled technician to install it?
The DG20 is a prewired pickguard assembly that fits standard 11-hole Fender Stratocaster-style guitars. You do not need soldering skills—the solderless connection system lets you install it with basic hand tools in minutes.
How long does the 9V battery last, and what's the noise floor like for recording?
The battery provides 200 hours of use per charge cycle with only 1.20 microamps current draw. Output noise is rated at -91 dB, making it suitable for studio recording and high-gain amplification without introducing hum or hiss.
What tone controls does this system include?
The DG20 features an SPC presence control and EXG Guitar Expander circuitry that let you tighten the low end, dial in midrange punch, and expand your frequency response without noise or coloration.
Is this the right pickup for metal or heavy styles?
No—the DG20 is optimized for blues, rock, and studio sessions. Its warm single-coil character and natural dynamics are designed for articulate cleans and fluid sustain rather than the aggression needed for metal and djent genres.
What comes in the box, and is it ready to install?
The DG20 arrives as a fully assembled and factory-tested 11-hole, 3-ply pickguard with all three Alnico V-loaded SA pickups, controls, and wiring already in place. You only need to connect it to your guitar's bridge and ground using the solderless system.
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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $24 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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