EMG F-57TW 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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- EMG7237
Description
EMG F-57TW Long Shaft Active Humbucker Pickup in Black
The EMG F-57TW is a Floyd Rose-spaced active humbucker engineered for bridge position installation on guitars with tremolo systems. This pickup delivers the articulate, punchy character EMG is known for while maintaining clarity across the full frequency spectrum, making it ideal for tracking sessions where consistent output and minimal noise are critical in high-gain material.
Tone & Electronics
Built with Alnico and Steel magnets, this active design produces a 3.0V output on single string and 4.5V when strummed in dual-coil mode, with a resonant frequency of 1.77 KHz that emphasizes midrange definition. The extremely low noise floor of -107 dB at 60 Hz ensures clean amplification without hum during recording and mixing, even at high volumes and gain settings.
Design & Installation
The long shaft design accommodates thicker pickguards and custom mounting scenarios. Powered by a standard 9V battery (rated for 1500 hours of use at 160 microamps), this pickup uses solderless 5-wire-plus-ground connectivity for quick, error-free installation and supports up to 27V DC for expanded headroom when paired with external preamps or studio conditioning gear.
Key Features
- Floyd Rose-spaced (F-Spaced) string configuration for tremolo-equipped instruments
- Long shaft length for deeper pickguard installations
- Active humbucker design with Alnico and Steel magnets
- 10K DC resistance with 10K ohm impedance
- 3.0V single-string / 4.5V strum output in dual-coil mode
- Solderless 5-wire-plus-ground connection system
- 9V battery powered with 1500-hour lifespan at nominal draw
- -107 dB noise floor at 60 Hz
- 1.77 KHz resonant frequency optimized for bridge position clarity
- 1.1" pickup thickness
- Black finish
- Supports up to 27V DC maximum input
This pickup excels in bridge position recording applications where tight articulation, noise rejection, and consistent output across takes are non-negotiable.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The F-57TW is a high-output active bridge humbucker that tracks cleanly in dense, aggressive mixes with exceptional midrange punch and minimal electrical noise, making it a go-to for recording metal, hard rock, and high-gain sessions. Its 4.5V strum output and -107 dB noise floor ensure articulate string separation and hum-free tracking at any input level. Record with confidence in any tuning or gain scenario.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Metal, Hard Rock, Drop Tunings, High-Gain Studio Sessions, Live Performance |
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| Tonal character | Tight articulate, punchy midrange, high output, low noise, full frequency clarity |
| Less specialized for | Jazz, Blues, Folk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F-Spaced and why does it matter?
F-Spaced refers to a pickup winding optimized for Floyd Rose tremolo systems, where string spacing is narrower at the bridge. The EMG F-57TW is designed specifically for this geometry to ensure each string sits properly over its magnetic pole piece, maintaining balanced output and tone across all six strings.
Can I use this pickup without a battery, or do I need one?
This is an active pickup and requires a 9V battery to operate. The battery is rated for approximately 1500 hours of use at nominal current draw and can be easily replaced. If the battery dies, the pickup will produce no signal until a fresh one is installed.
What output level should I expect, and how does it compare to passive pickups?
The F-57TW produces 3.0V on single strings and 4.5V when strummed in dual-coil mode, which is significantly higher than most passive humbuckers. This active output provides consistent gain and headroom into high-gain amplifier circuits without noise or signal compression.
What does the long-shaft design mean for installation?
The long-shaft length accommodates thicker pickguards and non-standard mounting depths, making it a good fit for custom builds or guitars with deeper cavities. Standard-depth pickguards will also work; the extra shaft simply provides flexibility for various mounting scenarios.
Is this pickup suitable for jazz, blues, or other styles?
No. The F-57TW is engineered specifically for metal, hard rock, and high-gain applications. Its tight articulation, punchy midrange, and high output are optimized for those genres; it is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk styles that require warmer, more dynamic tone shaping.
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 $10 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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