EMG F-H2A Long Shaft Passive 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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- EMG6845
Description
EMG F-H2A Long Shaft Passive Humbucker Pickup in Black
The EMG F-H2A is a passive humbucker engineered for Floyd Rose equipped instruments, delivering articulate midrange character without the need for active circuitry. This long shaft design maintains clarity and definition across high-gain applications while preserving natural dynamics that active pickups often compress. Built in the United States, it's a straightforward upgrade for recording sessions seeking authentic passive tone with Floyd Rose compatibility.
Electrical Characteristics & Recording Response
Measuring 8.4 kOhm DC resistance and 4.9 Henries inductance, the F-H2A produces a focused frequency response centered at 2125 Hz (primary) and 3825 Hz (secondary), yielding punchy mids that sit naturally in dense mixes without excessive brightness. This moderate output pairs well with 500K potentiometers for optimal tone shaping and responsiveness across amp gain structures, making gain staging predictable during tracking and overdubs.
Construction & Installation
Wound with Alnico V magnets and fully shielded to eliminate hum and interference in the control room, the pickup connects via a 5-wire quik-connect solderless system for fast installation and zero downtime in the studio. The Floyd Rose pole spacing (.410" / 10.41mm string-to-string) ensures precise string alignment and consistent magnetic coupling across all six strings, maintaining tonal uniformity for re-amping and multi-take sessions.
Key Features
- DC Resistance: 8.4 kOhm
- Inductance: 4.9 Henries
- Primary Resonant Frequency: 2125 Hz
- Secondary Resonant Frequency: 3825 Hz
- Magnet Material: Alnico V
- Pole Spacing: Floyd Rose (.410" / 10.41mm)
- Output Connector: 5-wire quik-connect (solderless)
- Fully Shielded Construction
- Recommended Potentiometer Value: 500K
- Country of Origin: United States
- Long Shaft Design
- Passive Configuration (No Active Electronics)
The F-H2A delivers reliable passive tone with the precision engineering and shielding EMG is known for, making it a dependable choice for Floyd Rose systems where passive character and tracking clarity matter.
More Information
| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The F-H2A is a passive humbucker engineered for Floyd Rose equipped guitars, offering punchy mids and articulate midrange character ideal for tracking hard rock, metal, and progressive sessions where natural dynamics and clarity matter more than compressed active tone. Its 8.4 kOhm output and Alnico V design pair well with standard 500K pots for responsive tone-shaping during mixing and reamps. Install it for a straightforward passive refresh that cuts through dense mixes without losing definition.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Hard Rock, Metal, Progressive, Studio Sessions, Gigging |
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| Tonal character | Articulate midrange, punchy mids, focused clarity, natural dynamics, minimal compression |
| 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
Is the F-H2A compatible with my Floyd Rose trem?
Yes — the long shaft design and pole spacing (.410" / 10.41mm string-to-string) are engineered specifically for Floyd Rose equipped instruments. The 5-wire quik-connect solderless system also allows fast installation without rewiring.
What kind of tone should I expect compared to active pickups?
The F-H2A is passive, so it preserves natural dynamics and responsiveness that active pickups often compress. It delivers punchy mids and focused clarity for high-gain work, centered at 2125 Hz primary and 3825 Hz secondary, without excess brightness.
What potentiometer value do I need?
EMG recommends 500K potentiometers with the F-H2A for optimal tone shaping and responsiveness across different amp gain structures.
Is this pickup good for blues or jazz?
The F-H2A is engineered for hard rock, metal, and progressive styles where punchy mids and high-gain clarity are priorities — it's not designed for blues or jazz applications.
How is it installed?
The pickup uses a 5-wire quik-connect solderless system for fast installation. It's fully shielded to eliminate hum and comes with US-made construction and precision Floyd Rose pole spacing for consistent magnetic coupling.
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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