EMG F-57TW/66 TW Active Humbucker Pickup Set 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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- EMG6735
Description
EMG F-57TW/66 TW Active Humbucker Pickup Set in Brushed Chrome
The EMG 57/66 TW set delivers the responsive, articulate character of a true active humbucker system with surgical control over your tone in the mix. The brushed chrome finish pairs classic aesthetics with modern circuitry, making these pickups equally effective in a workhorse session instrument or a refined production rig. This is a straightforward, high-output solution for engineers and producers who value clarity, switchability, and consistent tracking performance without compromise.
Active Electronics & Tone Shaping for Recording
Built on active technology with a 10K DC resistance, this set maintains punchy articulation across the entire frequency spectrum, translating to clean, focused recordings with minimal phase issues. The proprietary three-coil design allows selectable single and dual coil sounds, letting you capture tight single-coil character or full humbucker body from the same pickups during a session—all via the included TW P/P Switch. The 5-wire plus ground and battery configuration ensures clean signal transmission with minimal noise, essential for tracking without hum or interference.
Hardware & Installation for Studio Setups
Both pickups ship covered in brushed chrome, with the bridge fitted with Alnico/Ceramic magnets and the neck using Alnico/Steel for balanced response across both positions during recording sessions. The F-spaced bridge configuration accommodates modern tremolo systems and string spacing without compromising magnetic coupling. Installation includes a stereo output jack, mounting hardware, cables, and solderless connectivity—no soldering required, keeping your rig ready for immediate tracking. Each pickup measures 1.1" thick with a short shaft design, fitting standard HH routing with precision for consistent pickup height and tonal alignment.
Key Features
- Active humbucker system with 10K DC resistance
- F-spaced bridge pickup for modern guitar compatibility
- Alnico/Ceramic bridge magnet; Alnico/Steel neck magnet
- Selectable single and dual coil sounds via proprietary three-coil design
- 5-wire plus ground and battery configuration
- Solderless connectivity—no soldering required
- Includes TW P/P Switch with Pot (25K), 2x 25K Tone Controls, stereo output jack
- Brushed chrome covered finish on both bridge and neck pickups
- 1.1" thickness with short shaft design
- Complete mounting hardware and cable kit included
This set combines the tonal flexibility of switchable coil modes with the reliability and noise rejection that active pickups deliver in the studio—a mature choice for producers and engineers who need versatile tracking tools with predictable, clean capture and minimal session troubleshooting.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The EMG F-57TW/66 TW is an active humbucker set designed for studio sessions where clarity, switchability, and consistent output matter—ideal for tracking hard rock, metal, and progressive material with surgical control over your tone. The proprietary three-coil design and selectable coil modes let you capture both snappy single-coil character and full humbucker body without swapping pickups. Solderless connectivity and included switching make this a straightforward drop-in solution for session work or recording rigs that demand articulate high-end and tight bass response.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Hard Rock, Metal, Progressive, Studio Sessions, Gigging |
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| Tonal character | High output, articulate, tight low end, surgical control, punchy |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in this set, and do I need to solder?
The set includes both pickups with brushed chrome covers, a TW P/P Switch with 25K pot, two 25K tone controls, stereo output jack, mounting hardware, cables, and battery configuration—all solderless, so no soldering required for installation.
Can I switch between single-coil and humbucker sounds on these pickups?
Yes. The proprietary three-coil design and included TW P/P Switch let you select between single-coil and dual-coil (humbucker) modes, giving you switchable character from the same set of pickups.
Will these fit my guitar, and what's the bridge configuration?
These pickups fit standard HH routing with 1.1-inch thickness and short shaft design. The bridge is F-spaced to accommodate modern tremolo systems and contemporary string spacing.
What kind of magnets do these use, and how do they compare to passive humbuckers?
The bridge uses Alnico/Ceramic magnets and the neck uses Alnico/Steel for balanced response across both positions. As an active system with 10K DC resistance, they deliver higher output, tighter low-end control, and more surgical clarity than typical passive humbuckers.
Are these pickups good for jazz or blues?
These are designed for hard rock, metal, progressive, and studio sessions where high output, articulate attack, and tight control are priorities. They are not optimized for jazz or folk styles that favor warmer, more traditional humbucker voices.
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 $22 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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